Phone (3a) Pro
6.77″ · Flexible AMOLED · 120 Hz · Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 5G
256 GB · 12 GB RAM · Grey · UK 6974434224438Full product profile
Grey6.77″ · Flexible AMOLED · 120 Hz · Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 5G
256 GB · 12 GB RAM · Grey · UK 6974434224438Full product profile
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6.6″ · PLS LCD · 60 Hz · Octa-core CPU (2.2 GHz and 2 GHz)
128 GB · Black · UK SM-G556BZKDEEBFull product profile
BlackListed configurations: Phone (3a) Pro 256 GB, Galaxy XCover7 128 GB. Storage is a tier you choose, not a difference between the models; no matching tier is listed for both yet.
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Differences first. Select a topic for its graphic, sources and conditions.
A different chip or core configuration is a hardware change, not a measured performance uplift.
Published device weight, without a case.
Schematic balance · not a physical simulation
Bigger is a preference, not a quality score.
Relative diagonals · illustrative shape, not actual size
Dedicated telephoto reach. No digital or crop zoom.
Lens illustration · not an image-quality test
Up-to claims. Different test methods; no endurance winner.
Arcs on a shared 0–40 h scale · not mixed-use battery life
17 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. 4 are also drawn in Visual facts above. 1 manufacturer description restating separately listed fields is grouped below. Missing information stays separate.
Samsung's specification does not name the chipset.
Samsung UK Galaxy XCover7 technical specifications — SM-G556BZKDEEBDifferent hardware. A chip name or generation does not quantify real-world performance.
OIS listed for the main and periscope cameras; the ultra-wide lists none.
Nothing UK Phone (3a) Pro: selected configuration and complete specificationsCompare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Capacity row on the UK product page. No regional battery variant is listed.
Nothing UK Phone (3a) Pro: selected configuration and complete specificationsManufacturer capacity; not an endurance test.
Samsung UK Galaxy XCover7 technical specifications — SM-G556BZKDEEBCapacity, charger power and bypass operation describe different capabilities. They do not establish measured runtime or a comparable charging time; check the exact test conditions and accessories.
The 4K frame rate is not published. Details: main 24 mm, 1/1.56" sensor, 84.5° field of view, OIS and EIS, dual pixel PDAF autofocus; periscope 70 mm, 1/1.95" sensor, 33.6° field of view, OIS and EIS, autofocus, 6x in-sensor and 60x ultra zoom; ultra-wide 15 mm, 1/4" sensor, 120° field of view; front 24 mm, 1/2.76" sensor, 81.2° field of view.
Nothing UK Phone (3a) Pro: selected configuration and complete specificationsVideo recording resolution: FHD (1920 x 1080) at 30 fps.
Samsung UK Galaxy XCover7 technical specifications — SM-G556BZKDEEBCompare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Full published display specification: 6.77-inch flexible AMOLED; 1084 x 2392 (387 PPI); Panda glass; 10-bit colour (1.07 billion colours); 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio; Brightness: 3000 nits peak, 1300 nits outdoor, 800 nits typical; 120 Hz adaptive refresh rate; 1000 Hz touch sampling rate; 2160 Hz PWM frequency.
Nothing UK Phone (3a) Pro: selected configuration and complete specificationsMeasured as a full rectangle: 167.2 mm (6.6-inch); 163.0 mm (6.4-inch) with rounded corners. Resolution class: FHD+.
Samsung UK Galaxy XCover7 technical specifications — SM-G556BZKDEEBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
The footnote words the operating-system term as "three Android updates"; the specification rows say 3 years.
Nothing UK Phone (3a) Pro: selected configuration and complete specificationsThis is an end date for security updates, not a number of years remaining from purchase.
Samsung UK Galaxy XCover7 technical specifications — SM-G556BZKDEEBDistinguish Android upgrades from security coverage. A total term from launch is not the support remaining from today or from purchase.
Full published battery specification: 5000 mAh; 50 W wired charging; 7.5 W reverse wired charging; 50% charge in 19 minutes; full charge in 56 minutes.
Nothing UK Phone (3a) Pro: selected configuration and complete specificationsTypical capacity. Samsung claims up to 18 hours of video playback. Real battery life depends on use.
Samsung UK Galaxy XCover7 technical specifications — SM-G556BZKDEEBManufacturer claims for the stated mode and equipment. Read each test condition; this is not measured everyday battery life.
Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Compare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Samsung laboratory claim: resistant to dust and up to 1.5 metres of fresh water for up to 30 minutes. Rinse residue and dry after wet exposure; not advised for beach or pool use.
Samsung UK Galaxy XCover7 product pageSamsung UK current phone configurations and part numbersCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Compare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Full-rectangle nominal diagonal; rounded corners reduce viewable area.
Samsung UK Galaxy XCover7 technical specifications — SM-G556BZKDEEBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Combined manufacturer descriptions whose values are listed as separate differences. Kept here so every verified difference stays in one list.
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
A configuration choice: the storage tier of each exact variant compared. Most models are sold in several tiers, so this is not a difference between the models.
A configuration choice: the storage tier of each exact variant compared. Most models are sold in several tiers, so this is not a difference between the models.
UK model connectivity: SIM: dual SIM, Nano-SIM (4FF); eSIM: yes (excluding India); Gigabit LTE with 4x4 MIMO; Gigabit 5G: dual mode (NSA and SA) with 4x4 MIMO; 5G NR bands: n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n28, n38, n40, n41, n48, n66, n77, n78; 4G LTE bands: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 42, 48, 66; 3G UMTS (WCDMA): 1, 4, 5, 6, 8, 19; 2G GSM: 850/900/1800/1900; Wi-Fi 6 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax), 2.4/5 GHz; Bluetooth 5.4; NFC with Google Pay support; Location: GPS (L1), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1I), Galileo (E1), QZSS (L1). Check carrier support if you plan to use it outside the UK.
Nothing UK Phone (3a) Pro: selected configuration and complete specificationsSamsung lists: Dual-SIM; Nano-SIM (4FF), Embedded-SIM; SIM 1 + Embedded SIM + MicroSD; 2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD. Check carrier support if you plan to use it outside the UK.
Samsung UK Galaxy XCover7 technical specifications — SM-G556BZKDEEBThese descriptions or measurements differ. Wording alone does not establish a different capability; check the exact configuration.
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The manufacturer does not say whether the front camera has autofocus.
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The manufacturer does not say whether the front camera has optical stabilisation.
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Video Playback Time (Hours); manufacturer up-to claim. Protocols differ across brands.
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Manufacturer conditions apply; adapters are separate unless the box contents say otherwise.
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Samsung lists Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac 2.4GHz+5GHz, VHT80 and Bluetooth v5.3.
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Security-patch term counted from first availability. The Android update term (3 years) is stated separately.
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Rear light patterns for notifications, calls, volume and music sync. Not a dot-matrix Glyph display.
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Operating system at launch as listed. The update term is in the Update policy field.
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Manufacturer peak brightness; not sustained full-screen brightness or an independent measurement.
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Reverse wired charging is a separate feature from reverse wireless charging.
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Samsung says the phone is built to MIL-STD-810H standards, with tests covering altitude, humidity, immersion, salt fog, dust, vibration, drop and more. Specific test methods and pass criteria are not published; this is not a guarantee against damage.
Samsung UK Galaxy XCover7 product pageSamsung UK current phone configurations and part numbersEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
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Nothing advertises 4K recording in MP4 format; 8K recording is not mentioned.
Nothing UK Phone (3a) Pro: selected configuration and complete specificationsSamsung lists FHD (1920 x 1080)@30fps under Video Recording Resolution. It does not explicitly state an 8K capability exclusion; absence remains unknown. Video Playing Resolution describes playback, not camera capture.
Samsung UK Galaxy XCover7 technical specifications — SM-G556BZKDEEBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
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3 shared fields have the same recorded value.
Forget the brand for a moment. Which set of specs feels more like you?
Manufacturer specifications verified for both phones. Your choice doesn’t change the comparison above.
No category can be scored for both phones, so no score is shown. Manufacturer battery claims can use different test conditions. Verified specifications remain visible even where a category cannot be scored.
How we calculate scores256 GB · checked 28 Sept 2026
Manufacturer peak brightness; not sustained full-screen brightness or an independent measurement.
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Manufacturer conditions apply; adapters are separate unless the box contents say otherwise. 50 divided by 19 minutes; not a sustained charging rate.
NothingSecurity-patch term counted from first availability. The Android update term (3 years) is stated separately.
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128 GB · checked 28 Sept 2026
Full-rectangle nominal diagonal; rounded corners reduce viewable area.
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Video Playback Time (Hours); manufacturer up-to claim. Protocols differ across brands.
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Samsung laboratory claim: resistant to dust and up to 1.5 metres of fresh water for up to 30 minutes. Rinse residue and dry after wet exposure; not advised for beach or pool use.
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