Ulefone Power Armor 14 Pro vs. 18T: The Ultimate Rugged Phone Comparison

Ulefone is known for its incredibly durable smartphones, and the Power Armor series is a testament to that. But with multiple models available, choosing the right one can be tricky. We're pitting the Ulefone Power Armor 14 Pro against the newer Power Armor 18T to help you decide which rugged beast is best suited for your needs.

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🏆 Quick Verdict

The Ulefone Power Armor 18T is the clear winner, boasting a significantly faster processor, vastly superior charging speeds, and a more modern chipset. While the 14 Pro offers solid durability, the 18T's performance and features justify its higher price point for most users.

PHONES
Phone Names	Ulefone Power Armor 14 Pro	Ulefone Power Armor 18T

Network
2G bands	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100	HSDPA 800 / 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, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66, 71
5G bands	-	1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 25, 28, 38, 41, 66, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6
Speed	HSPA, LTE	HSPA, LTE, 5G
Technology	GSM / HSPA / LTE	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G
	-	CDMA2000 1x

Launch
Announced	2022, March 09	2022, October 31
Status	Available. Released 2022, March 09	Available. Released 2022, October 31

Body
Dimensions	175.6 x 82.5 x 17.2 mm (6.91 x 3.25 x 0.68 in)	175.2 x 83.4 x 18.8 mm (6.90 x 3.28 x 0.74 in)
SIM	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight	358.2 g (12.63 oz)	409 g (14.43 oz)
	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/IP69K dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) Drop-to-concrete resistance from up to 1.5m MIL-STD-810G compliant Accessory connector (ulefone endoscope, microscope)

Display
Protection	Corning Gorilla Glass 3	Corning Gorilla Glass 5
Resolution	720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~269 ppi density)	1080 x 2408 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~401 ppi density)
Size	6.52 inches, 102.6 cm2 (~70.8% screen-to-body ratio)	6.58 inches, 104.3 cm2 (~71.4% screen-to-body ratio)
Type	IPS LCD	IPS LCD, 120Hz

Platform
CPU	Octa-core (2x2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55)	Octa-core (2x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
Chipset	Mediatek MT6769Z Helio G85 (12 nm)	Mediatek Dimensity 900 (6 nm)
GPU	Mali-G52 MC2	Mali-G68 MC4
OS	Android 12	Android 12

Memory
Card slot	microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)	microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Internal	128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM	256GB 12GB RAM
	eMMC 5.1	-

Main Camera
Features	LED flash, HDR, panorama	Hexa-LED flash, HDR, panorama
Single	16 MP, f/2.2	32 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1.2µm
Triple	20 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/2.78", 1.0µm, PDAF 2 MP (macro) Auxiliary lens	108 MP, f/1.9, (wide), 1/1.52", 0.7µm, PDAF 5 MP (macro) FLIR thermal camera (Lepton module) 5 MP (for thermal module)
Video	1080p@30fps	4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps

Selfie camera
Features	HDR, panorama	-
Single	16 MP, f/2.2	32 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1.2µm
Video	1080p@30fps	1080p@30fps

Sound
3.5mm jack	Yes	Yes
35mm jack	Yes	Yes
Loudspeaker	Yes	Yes

Comms
Bluetooth	5.0, A2DP, LE	5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC	Yes	Yes
Positioning	GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS	GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, NavIC
Radio	FM radio, RDS, recording	Wireless FM radio, RDS, recording
USB	USB Type-C 2.0, OTG	USB Type-C 2.0, OTG, magnetic connector
WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band

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

Battery
Charging	18W wired 15W wireless	66W wired, 52% in 30 min 15W wireless 5W wireless reversed
Type	Li-Po 10000 mAh	Li-Po 9600 mAh

Misc
Colors	Black	Black
Price	About 260 EUR	About 640 EUR

Ulefone Power Armor 14 Pro

Excellent durability
Long battery life
More affordable
Wireless charging

Slower processor
Slower charging
Older chipset
Less advanced camera

Ulefone Power Armor 18T

Significantly faster processor
66W fast charging
Modern chipset (Dimensity 900)
Reverse wireless charging
Likely better camera

More expensive
Potentially slightly shorter battery life (due to faster charging)

Display Comparison

Both phones feature large, durable displays, likely with Corning Gorilla Glass protection. The 18T likely has a slightly brighter and more color-accurate display due to its newer panel technology, though both are designed for outdoor visibility. Expect resolutions around 1080p+ on both.

Camera Comparison

While both phones likely feature multiple rear cameras, the 18T's newer chipset and potentially improved image processing should result in better photo and video quality, especially in low-light conditions. Expect the 18T to offer more advanced camera features like improved stabilization and higher resolution video recording.

Performance

This is where the 18T shines. The Dimensity 900 chipset is a substantial upgrade over the Helio G85. Expect significantly faster app loading, smoother multitasking, and better gaming performance on the 18T. The 14 Pro will handle everyday tasks adequately, but will struggle with more demanding applications.

Battery Life

Both phones are designed for long battery life, but the 18T's 66W wired charging is a game-changer. It can charge from 0 to 52% in just 30 minutes, a massive advantage over the 14 Pro's 18W charging. Both offer 15W wireless charging.

Buying Guide

The Ulefone Power Armor 14 Pro is a good choice for users on a tighter budget who prioritize basic ruggedness and long battery life over top-tier performance. The Ulefone Power Armor 18T is ideal for those who need a powerful, fast-charging, and feature-rich rugged phone for demanding tasks and outdoor adventures.