Samsung Galaxy XCover 5 – Full Specifications
General & Software
Model Name: Samsung Galaxy XCover 5
Launch: Introduced in March 2021, available from March 12 in select markets
Operating System: Ships with Android 11 (One UI 3.1); currently upgradable to Android 14 (One UI 6.1)
Design & Build
Durability: Rugged design with IP68 water and dust resistance and MIL-STD-810H durability—built for tough environments
Dimensions & Weight: Compact and practical at ~147.1 × 71.6 × 9.2 mm, weighing roughly 172 g
Bodywork: Glass front with reinforced plastic or polycarbonate back, designed to be used even when wearing gloves
Rugged Extras: Features a programmable XCover Key for quick shortcuts or torch activation
Display
Screen Type: Classic 5.3″ PLS-LCD panel with HD+ resolution (720 × 1480), around 311 ppi
Bonus: Touch-friendly display works even with gloves—ideal for fieldwork
Performance & Memory
Processor: Efficient Exynos 850 (8 nm), octa-core @ 2.0 GHz
RAM: 4 GB LPDDR4X—smooth enough for essential apps
Storage: 64 GB internal (eMMC 5.1), expandable up to 1 TB via micro-SD card
Camera System
Rear Camera: 16 MP with f/1.8 aperture, PDAF, dual LED flash, panorama, and HDR features
Front Camera: 5 MP (f/2.2)—reliable for video calls and basic selfies
Video: Shoots up to 1080p at 30fps from both front and back
Battery & Charging
Battery: 3,000 mAh removable battery—swap it on the go if needed
Charging: Supports 15 W fast charging via USB-C, and also POGO-pin dock charging
Connectivity & Extras
SIM: Options for single or dual Nano-SIM configurations
Wireless: Wi-Fi (a/b/g/n/ac dual-band), Bluetooth 5.0, NFC
Headphones: Includes a 3.5 mm audio jack—no dongles needed
GPS Support: Includes A-GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, and BDS
Sensors: Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, and ambient light sensor
Security & Software Tools: Face recognition unlock; Samsung Knox Capture available for quick barcode scanning; software updates for up to 5 years
