The Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 is an Android-based smartphone designed, marketed, and manufactured by Samsung Electronics. It was announced on March 4, 2021.[6][7][8] The phone has a single-camera setup with a 16 MP main camera, a 5.3 in HD+ display, and a 3000 mAh Li-Ion battery. It ships with Android 11 (One UI 3).[1][2]
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| Brand | Samsung Galaxy |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Samsung |
| Type | Smartphone |
| Series | Galaxy Xcover series |
| Compatible networks | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| First released | March 4, 2021 |
| Availability by region | March 12, 2021 |
| Predecessor | Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro |
| Successor | Samsung Galaxy Xcover 6 Pro |
| Form factor | Slate |
| Dimensions | 147.1 mm (5.79 in) H 71.6 mm (2.82 in) W 9.2 mm (0.36 in) D |
| Weight | 172 g (6.1 oz) |
| Operating system | Original: Android 11 with One UI 3.1 Current: Android 14 with One UI 6.1 |
| System-on-chip | Samsung Exynos 850 (8nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Mali-G52 |
| Memory | 4GB RAM |
| Storage | 64GB eMMC 5.1 |
| Removable storage | microSDXC |
| SIM | Single SIM (Nano-SIM) or Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) |
| Battery | Li-Ion 3000 mAh |
| Charging | Fast battery charging 15W |
| Rear camera | |
| Front camera | 5 MP, f/2.2 |
| Display | 5.3 in (130 mm), 71.3 cm2 (~67.7% screen-to-body ratio) 720 x 1480 pixels, 18.5:9 ratio (~311 ppi density) PLS IPS |
| Sound | Loudspeaker 3.5mm jack |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot Bluetooth 5.0, A2DP, LE A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS NFC, Radio |
| Data inputs | |
| Water resistance | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins) |
| SAR | 0.70 W/kg (head) 1.27 W/kg (body) |
| Website | www |
| References | [1][2][3][4][5] |
Design
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The Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 built with an aluminum frame, and a plastic back for the screen. The device is available in Black.
Specifications
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editIt has loudspeakers, one located on the bottom edge and the other doubling as the earpiece. A USB-C port is used for charging and connecting other accessories.[2]
The Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 uses the Exynos 850 system on a chip, Octa-core (4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) CPU, Mali-G52 GPU with 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of non-expandable eMMC 5.1 internal storage.[1][2]
The Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 has a 3000 mAh battery, and is capable of fast charging at up to 15 W. It has an IP68 water protection rating.[1][2]
The Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 features a 5.3-inch 720p PLS LCD display. The display has a 18.5:9 aspect ratio.[1][2]
The Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 includes a single rear-facing camera. The wide f/1.8 lens 16-megapixel sensor, the front-facing camera uses a 5-megapixel sensor. It is capable of recording 1080p video at 30 fps.[1][2]
Software
editThis device ships with Android 11 (One UI 3).
References
edit- ^ a b c d e f "Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 Fullphone specifications". www.gsmarena.com. GSMArena.
- ^ a b c d e f g "Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 Black 64GB Specs". Samsung UK.
- ^ "Samsung Galaxy XCover 5 Specs". PhoneQUA. 15 June 2022.
- ^ "Samsung Galaxy XCover 5 Specs, Release Date, Price". Gadgets360.
- ^ "Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 Specs". www.phonearena.com. PhoneArena. 15 June 2022.
- ^ PETER (4 March 2021). "Samsung unveils rugged Galaxy Xcover 5". GSMArena.
- ^ "Samsung Announces Galaxy XCover 5, the Newest Durable and Advanced Smartphone Built for Tough Environments". Samsung Newsroom. 4 March 2021.
- ^ Megha, Malviya (4 March 2021). "New Samsung Galaxy XCover 5 leak reveals back design, expected pricing". SAMMY FAN.