Samsung Galaxy XCover 5
The Samsung Galaxy XCover 5 is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Exynos 850 (8 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use (2021).
2021 · Lower-mid-range · Android 11ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size5.3" · 147.1 x 71.6 x 9.2 mm (5.79 x 2.82 x 0.36 in)
ChipsetExynos 850 (8 nm)
RAM4GB
Storage64GB
Main Camera16 MP · Dual LED flash
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 3,000 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Entry-level Exynos 850 (8 nm) — struggles with demanding apps
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysMobile gamingHeavy multitasking
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Exynos 850 (8 nm)
Mid-range — handles daily tasks well
CPU
Octa-core (4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
OS
Android 11, upgradable to Android 14, One UI 6.1
RAM
4GB
Fine for everyday apps
💻 Display
Sharpness
311 ppi
Adequate sharpness for daily use
Panel
PLS LCD
Standard LCD display
📷 Camera
Main Camera
16 MP
Capable for everyday photos
Main Camera Features
Dual LED flash, HDR, panorama
🔋 Battery
Capacity
3,000 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 3000 mAh, removable
📱 Design & Build
Weight
172g
Balanced size and weight
Dimensions
147.1 x 71.6 x 9.2 mm (5.79 x 2.82 x 0.36 in)
SIM
· Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Sensors
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
📶 Network
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
GPS
GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
USB
USB Type-C 2.0, charging connector pins
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the Samsung Galaxy XCover 5 does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.
Yes, the Samsung Galaxy XCover 5 has NFC for contactless payments and pairing.
No, the Samsung Galaxy XCover 5 charges via cable only — no wireless charging.
Yes, up to 15W (15W wired).
The Samsung Galaxy XCover 5 is rated IP68 — IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) MIL-STD-810H compliant.
Yes, the Samsung Galaxy XCover 5 supports microSDXC expandable storage.
The Samsung Galaxy XCover 5 SIM configuration: · Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM.
Yes, the Samsung Galaxy XCover 5 has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The Samsung Galaxy XCover 5 ships with Android 11, upgradable to Android 14, One UI 6.1.
The Samsung Galaxy XCover 5 uses USB Type-C 2.0, charging connector pins.
The Samsung Galaxy XCover 5 supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct.
The Samsung Galaxy XCover 5 has 5.0, A2DP, LE.
