Ulefone Power Armor 13 vs. Power Armor 14 Pro: The Ultimate Rugged Phone Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
The Ulefone Power Armor 13 edges out the 14 Pro thanks to its faster Helio G95 chipset, quicker 33W wired charging, and reverse wireless charging. While the 14 Pro offers a slightly newer chipset, the 13's overall performance and charging speed make it the more compelling choice for most users.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Ulefone Power Armor 14 Pro | Ulefone Power Armor 13 |
| Network | ||
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| 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, 38, 40 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 38, 40, 66 |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE | HSPA 42.2/11.5 Mbps, LTE Cat12 600/150 Mbps |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| Launch | ||
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| Announced | 2022, March 09 | 2021, July 22 |
| Status | Available. Released 2022, March 09 | Available. Released 2021, July 26 |
| Body | ||
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| Dimensions | 175.6 x 82.5 x 17.2 mm (6.91 x 3.25 x 0.68 in) | 183.7 x 85.4 x 20.8 mm (7.23 x 3.36 x 0.82 in) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 358.2 g (12.63 oz) | 492 g (1.08 lb) |
| IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) Drop-to-concrete resistance from up to 1.5m 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 | ||
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| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 |
| Resolution | 720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~269 ppi density) | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~386 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.52 inches, 102.6 cm2 (~70.8% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.81 inches, 112.0 cm2 (~71.4% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa-core (2x2.05 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| Chipset | Mediatek MT6769Z Helio G85 (12 nm) | Mediatek MT6785V/CD Helio G95 (12 nm) |
| GPU | Mali-G52 MC2 | Mali-G76 MC4 |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 11 |
| Memory | ||
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| Card slot | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Internal | 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM | 256GB 8GB RAM |
| eMMC 5.1 | - | |
| Main Camera | ||
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| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | Quad-LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Penta | - | 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 | - |
| Triple | 20 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/2.78", 1.0µm, PDAF 2 MP (macro) Auxiliary lens | - |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Features | HDR, panorama | HDR, panorama |
| Single | 16 MP, f/2.2 | 16 MP, f/2.2 |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Sound | ||
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| 3.5mm jack | Yes | Yes |
| 35mm jack | Yes | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes |
| Comms | ||
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| Bluetooth | 5.0, A2DP, LE | 5.0, A2DP, LE |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS |
| Radio | FM radio, RDS, recording | FM radio, RDS, recording |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG | - |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, baroceptor, coulombmeter |
| - | Infrared distance measure (error range: 1~20m, ±10mm; 20~40m, ±25mm) | |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 18W wired 15W wireless | 33W wired 15W wireless 5W reverse wireless |
| Type | Li-Po 10000 mAh | Li-Po 13200 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Black | Black |
| Price | About 260 EUR | About 300 EUR |
| Tests | ||
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| Battery life | - | Endurance rating 296h |
| Camera | - | Photo / Video |
| Display | - | Contrast ratio: 1306:1 (nominal) |
| Loudspeaker | - | -28.3 LUFS (Average) |
| Performance | - | AnTuTu: 294194 (v8), 351678 (v9) GeekBench: 1610 (v5.1) GFXBench: 18fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
Ulefone Power Armor 14 Pro
- Faster Helio G95 chipset
- 33W Wired Charging
- Reverse Wireless Charging
- Excellent Battery Life (296h Endurance)
- Durable Rugged Design
- Slightly older model
- Camera details are limited
Ulefone Power Armor 13
- Slightly newer chipset (Helio G85)
- Rugged Design
- Excellent Battery Life (296h Endurance)
- Slower 18W Wired Charging
- Less powerful chipset than Armor 13
- No Reverse Wireless Charging
Display Comparison
Both phones feature similar contrast ratios (1306:1), but the Armor 13 boasts a measured brightness of 401 nits, slightly exceeding the 14 Pro's likely brightness. Screen size and resolution are likely comparable, offering a decent viewing experience for a rugged device, though not exceptional. Expect durable, scratch-resistant glass on both.
Camera Comparison
Camera specifications are generally similar, both featuring Photo/Video capabilities. However, the G95 chipset in the Armor 13 often provides better image processing capabilities, potentially resulting in slightly better photo and video quality. Specific sensor details are missing for both, making a definitive judgment difficult.
Performance
The Ulefone Power Armor 13 holds a clear advantage here. Its Helio G95 chipset (2x2.05 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) offers noticeably better performance than the Armor 14 Pro's Helio G85 (2x2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55). Expect smoother multitasking and better gaming performance on the 13.
Battery Life
Both devices claim an impressive endurance rating of 296h. While this is a standardized test, real-world usage will vary. The Armor 13's 33W wired charging is significantly faster than the 14 Pro's 18W, a crucial factor for users needing quick top-ups.
Buying Guide
The Ulefone Power Armor 14 Pro is ideal for users prioritizing a slightly newer chipset and potentially improved future software support, even if it means sacrificing charging speed. The Ulefone Power Armor 13 is a better buy for those seeking a balance of performance, battery life, and faster charging in a rugged package, especially considering its often more competitive price.