Galaxy Xcover7 vs Honor Magic V3
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Galaxy Xcover7
Starting at
£253.00
Honor Magic V3
Starting at
£552.00What's the difference between the Galaxy Xcover7 and Honor Magic V3?
Galaxy Xcover7 vs Honor Magic V3 comes down to the chipset, RAM and battery. Refurbished, the Galaxy Xcover7 starts at £253, £299 less than the Honor Magic V3.
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- Chipset: Mediatek Dimensity 6100+ (6 nm) on the Galaxy Xcover7, Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) on the Honor Magic V3.
- The Honor Magic V3 has more RAM: 12 GB vs 6 GB.
- The Honor Magic V3 has a bigger battery: 5150 mAh vs 4050 mAh.
Galaxy Xcover7 vs Honor Magic V3 specs
The Galaxy Xcover7 and Honor Magic V3 both run Android and support 5G, but they suit different users. The Galaxy Xcover7 is built for durability and everyday tasks with a simpler design, a sturdy battery, and a physical SIM with expandable storage. The Honor Magic V3 is a foldable phone with a larger, higher-resolution screen, more RAM, and a more powerful chipset, ideal for multitasking and immersive viewing. It offers advanced camera options on the front and more storage but has no microSD slot. Choose the Galaxy Xcover7 if you want a straightforward, rugged phone. Pick the Honor Magic V3 for a premium device with a spacious screen and stronger performance.
Galaxy Xcover7 vs Honor Magic V3 price
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Galaxy Xcover7 vs Honor Magic V3 battery life and software updates
Durability covers battery life, software updates, physical design, and operating system. The Galaxy Xcover7 and Honor Magic V3 have different approaches that suit different types of users.
Battery Capacity
The Galaxy Xcover7 has a 4050 mAh battery, which suits everyday use and moderate screen time. The Honor Magic V3 offers a larger 5150 mAh battery, supporting longer usage between charges, which benefits users who spend more time on their device or use power-intensive features.
Foldable Design
The Honor Magic V3 is foldable, providing a compact form when closed and a large screen when open. This suits those who value versatility in device size and screen space. The Galaxy Xcover7 has a traditional non-foldable design, favouring a straightforward, rugged feel.
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Galaxy Xcover7 vs Honor Magic V3 performance
Performance depends on chipset, RAM, and storage options. These affect how smoothly the device handles apps, multitasking, and storage needs.
Chipset Power
The Galaxy Xcover7 uses a Mediatek Dimensity 6100+ (6 nm) chipset, which handles everyday tasks well and suits users seeking reliable performance for standard apps. The Honor Magic V3 features a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) chipset, offering stronger processing power for demanding apps, multitasking, and gaming.
Memory Capacity
The Galaxy Xcover7 has 6 GB of RAM, enough to keep daily apps running smoothly. The Honor Magic V3 doubles this with 12 GB of RAM, which helps keep many apps open at once and supports more intensive multitasking.
Storage Size
The Galaxy Xcover7 comes with 128 GB of storage, a practical amount for everyday users. The Honor Magic V3 offers 512 GB, suited for users who store large files, apps, or media directly on their device.
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Galaxy Xcover7 vs Honor Magic V3 screen
Screen quality influences how you experience videos, games, and general use. The Galaxy Xcover7 and Honor Magic V3 differ significantly in size, resolution, refresh rate, and screen type.
Screen Size and Resolution
The Galaxy Xcover7 has a 6.6 inch screen with 1080 x 2408 resolution, suitable for clear visuals on a compact display. The Honor Magic V3 offers a much larger 7.92 inch screen with 2156 x 2344 resolution, providing a more spacious and detailed viewing experience.
Screen Type and Refresh Rate
The Galaxy Xcover7 uses a PLS LCD screen with a 60 Hz refresh rate, fitting for straightforward viewing. The Honor Magic V3 features an LTPO AMOLED screen with a 120 Hz refresh rate, which delivers smoother motion and more vibrant colours, enhancing video playback and gaming.
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Galaxy Xcover7 vs Honor Magic V3 camera
Camera quality is important for photos and video calls. Both phones have 50 megapixels on the main camera but differ in front camera capabilities.
Front Camera Detail
The Galaxy Xcover7 has a 5 megapixel front camera, suitable for basic video calls and selfies. The Honor Magic V3 provides a 20 megapixel front camera, capturing more detail for clearer selfies and video chats.
Main Camera Similarity
Both devices have a 50 megapixel main camera, offering a similar level of detail for standard photography and video.
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Galaxy Xcover7 vs Honor Magic V3 size and design
Other practical differences include physical size, SIM and storage options, and weight, which affect daily handling and connectivity.
SIM and Storage Expansion
The Galaxy Xcover7 uses a single physical SIM card and includes a microSDXC slot, allowing storage expansion. This suits users who prefer physical SIMs and the option to add more storage. The Honor Magic V3 supports dual physical SIM cards plus eSIM, ideal for those managing two numbers or networks, but it does not have a microSD slot.
Device Dimensions and Weight
The Galaxy Xcover7 is taller at 169 mm, wider at 80.1 mm, and thicker at 10.2 mm, weighing 240 g. The Honor Magic V3 is shorter at 156.6 mm, significantly wider at 145.3 mm due to its foldable design, much thinner at 4.35 mm, and lighter at 226 g or 230 g. The Galaxy offers a sturdy, compact feel, while the Honor balances size and lightness in a foldable form.
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Galaxy Xcover7 or Honor Magic V3: which should you buy?
Buy the Galaxy Xcover7 if
- you want to spend less: it starts at £253, £299 less than the Honor Magic V3
- you want a memory card slot
Buy the Honor Magic V3 if
- you want more RAM (12 GB vs 6 GB)
- you want a bigger battery (5150 mAh vs 4050 mAh)
- you want an OLED screen
Galaxy Xcover7 vs Honor Magic V3 FAQs
Galaxy Xcover7 vs Honor Magic V3 comes down to the chipset, RAM and battery. Chipset: Mediatek Dimensity 6100+ (6 nm) on the Galaxy Xcover7, Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) on the Honor Magic V3. The Honor Magic V3 has more RAM: 12 GB vs 6 GB.
The Galaxy Xcover7 is cheaper refurbished, from £253 compared with £552 for the Honor Magic V3.
The Honor Magic V3 has a bigger battery: 5150 mAh vs 4050 mAh.
Both have the same main camera: 50 megapixels.
The Galaxy Xcover7 gets updates until Jan 2030. We don't have published update dates for the Honor Magic V3.
Refurbished, the Galaxy Xcover7 comes in 128GB, and the Honor Magic V3 in 512GB.
