Ulefone Armor 12 5G vs. Armor 11 5G: The Ultimate Rugged Phone Comparison

Ulefone's Armor series is renowned for its durability and 5G connectivity. But with newer models like the Armor 12 5G hitting the market, it's natural to wonder how they stack up against predecessors like the Armor 11 5G. This comprehensive comparison will break down the key differences to help you choose the right rugged companion.

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🏆 Quick Verdict

The Ulefone Armor 12 5G edges out the Armor 11 5G thanks to its slightly more powerful Dimensity 700 chipset and faster wireless charging. However, the Armor 11 5G remains a solid choice, especially if you find it at a better price.

PHONES
Phone Names	Ulefone Armor 12 5G	Ulefone Armor 11 5G

Network
2G bands	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66
5G bands	1, 3, 28, 38, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA	1, 3, 5, 8, 20, 28, 38, 41, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA
Speed	HSPA, LTE, 5G	HSPA, LTE, 5G
Technology	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
	CDMA2000 1xEV-DO	CDMA2000 1xEV-DO

Launch
Announced	2021, August 14	2021, February 18
Status	Available. Released 2021, August 23	Available. Released 2021, March 08

Body
Build	Front glass, aluminum back with rubber, aluminum frame	Front glass, aluminum back with rubber, aluminum frame
Dimensions	175.9 x 82.5 x 14.3 mm (6.93 x 3.25 x 0.56 in)	163.8 x 81.6 x 14.2 mm (6.45 x 3.21 x 0.56 in)
SIM	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight	296 g (10.44 oz)	295 g (10.41 oz)
	IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) Drop-to-concrete resistance from up to 1.2m MIL-STD-810G compliant	IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) Drop-to-concrete resistance from up to 1.2m MIL-STD-810G compliant

Display
Protection	-	Oleophobic coating
Resolution	720 x 1560 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~264 ppi density)	720 x 1560 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~282 ppi density)
Size	6.52 inches, 104.4 cm2 (~71.9% screen-to-body ratio)	6.1 inches, 91.3 cm2 (~68.3% screen-to-body ratio)
Type	IPS LCD	IPS LCD

Platform
CPU	Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)	Octa-core (4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A76 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
Chipset	Mediatek Dimensity 700 (7 nm)	Mediatek Dimensity 800 (7 nm)
GPU	Mali-G57 MC2	Mali-G57 MP4
OS	Android 11	Android 10, planned upgrade to Android 11

Memory
Card slot	microSDXC	No
Internal	128GB 8GB RAM	256GB 8GB RAM
	-	UFS 2.1

Main Camera
Features	Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama	Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama
Penta	-	48 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF 13 MP, f/2.4, 125˚ (ultrawide) 20 MP, f/1.8, (night vision), 1/2.78", 1.0µm 2 MP (macro) Auxiliary lens
Quad	48 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF 8 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide) 2 MP (macro) Auxiliary lens	-
Single	16 MP, f/2.2	16 MP, f/2.0
Video	1440p@30fps	4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps

Selfie camera
Features	HDR, panorama	HDR, panorama
Single	16 MP, f/2.2	16 MP, f/2.0
Video	1080p@30fps	1080p@30fps

Sound
3.5mm jack	No	Yes
35mm jack	No	Yes
Loudspeaker	Yes, with dual speakers	Yes

Comms
Bluetooth	5.1, A2DP, LE	5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC	Yes	Yes
Positioning	GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS	GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
Radio	Wireless FM radio, RDS	FM radio, RDS, recording
USB	USB Type-C 2.0, OTG	USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi Direct	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi Direct

Features
Sensors	Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, coulombmeter	Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, baroceptor

Battery
Charging	18W wired 15W wireless	18W wired 10W wireless
Type	Li-Po 5180 mAh	Li-Po 5200 mAh

Misc
Colors	Black/Orange, Gray/Black	Black
Price	About 370 EUR	About 480 EUR

Ulefone Armor 12 5G

More powerful Dimensity 700 chipset
Faster 15W wireless charging
Potentially improved software optimization
Rugged and durable design

Potentially higher price
Similar camera performance to Armor 11 5G

Ulefone Armor 11 5G

Lower price (potentially)
Rugged and durable design
Decent 5G connectivity
All-day battery life

Slightly slower performance
Slower 10W wireless charging
Average camera performance

Display Comparison

Both phones feature similar ruggedized displays, likely around 6.3-inch size with a 720+ resolution. Expect good outdoor visibility but don't anticipate flagship-level sharpness. The Armor 12 5G *might* have slightly improved color accuracy due to potential software optimizations, but this is difficult to confirm without testing.

Camera Comparison

Camera specs are likely similar, with a main 48MP sensor and potentially a depth sensor. Image quality will depend heavily on software processing. Expect decent results in good lighting conditions, but low-light performance will be average. The Armor 12 5G *may* benefit from newer image processing algorithms.

Performance

The Armor 12 5G's Dimensity 700 offers a noticeable performance boost over the Armor 11 5G's Dimensity 800. While both are capable of handling everyday tasks and 5G connectivity, the Dimensity 700 provides smoother multitasking and slightly better gaming performance. The Cortex-A76 core count difference also contributes to this.

Battery Life

Both phones likely feature a 5000mAh battery, providing all-day battery life. The Armor 12 5G's 15W wireless charging is a significant advantage over the Armor 11 5G's 10W wireless charging, offering greater convenience.

Buying Guide

The Ulefone Armor 12 5G is ideal for users who prioritize performance and faster wireless charging in a rugged package. The Armor 11 5G is a great option for those seeking a reliable, durable 5G phone at a potentially lower cost, and who don't heavily rely on wireless charging.