Ulefone Power Armor 18 vs. Power Armor 19T: The Ultimate Rugged Phone Comparison

Ulefone's Power Armor series is renowned for its durability and long battery life. But with new models constantly emerging, choosing the right one can be tricky. This comprehensive comparison pits the Ulefone Power Armor 18 against the Power Armor 19T, diving deep into their specs and features to help you decide which rugged champion deserves your money.

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🏆 Quick Verdict

The Ulefone Power Armor 18 takes a slight edge thanks to its significantly more powerful Dimensity 900 chipset, offering noticeably better performance for gaming and demanding tasks. While the 19T is a solid contender, the 18's processing power makes it the preferred choice for users prioritizing speed and responsiveness.

PHONES
Phone Names	Ulefone Power Armor 18	Ulefone Power Armor 19T

Network
2G bands	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands	HSDPA 800 / 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, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66, 71	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, 40, 41, 66, 71, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6	-
Speed	HSPA, LTE, 5G	HSPA, LTE
Technology	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE
	CDMA2000 1x	CDMA2000 1x

Launch
Announced	2022, December 05	2023, March 06
Status	Available. Released 2022, December 05	Available. Released 2023, March 06

Body
Dimensions	175.2 x 83.4 x 18.8 mm (6.90 x 3.28 x 0.74 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	409 g (14.43 oz)	409 g (14.43 oz)
	IP68/IP69K dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) Drop-to-concrete resistance from up to 1.5m MIL-STD-810H compliant Accessory connector (ulefone endoscope, microscope)	IP68/IP69K dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) Drop-to-concrete resistance from up to 1.5m MIL-STD-810H compliant Accessory connector (ulefone endoscope, microscope)

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

Platform
CPU	Octa-core (2x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)	Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
Chipset	Mediatek Dimensity 900 (6 nm)	Mediatek Helio G99 (6 nm)
GPU	Mali-G68 MC4	Mali-G57 MC2
OS	Android 12	Android 12

Memory
Card slot	microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)	microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Internal	256GB 12GB RAM	256GB 12GB RAM

Main Camera
Features	Hexa-LED flash, HDR, panorama	Hexa-LED flash, HDR, panorama
Single	32 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1.2µm	-
Triple	108 MP, f/1.9, (wide), 1/1.52", 0.7µm, PDAF 8 MP, f/2.2, 119˚ (ultrawide) 5 MP (macro)	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	4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps	1440p@30fps, 1080p@30fps

Selfie camera
Single	32 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1.2µm	16 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1.0µm
Video	1080p@30fps	1080p@30fps

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

Comms
Bluetooth	5.0, A2DP, LE	5.2, A2DP, LE
NFC	Yes	Yes
Positioning	GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, NavIC	GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
Radio	Wireless FM radio, RDS, recording	Wireless FM radio, RDS, recording
USB	USB Type-C 2.0, OTG, magnetic connector	USB Type-C 2.0, OTG, magnetic connector
WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band

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

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

Misc
Colors	Black	Black
Price	About 400 EUR	About 440 EUR

Ulefone Power Armor 18

Superior Performance (Dimensity 900)
Rugged and Durable Design
Excellent Battery Life
Fast Charging (66W)

Potentially slightly less impressive camera than 19T
May be slightly more expensive

Ulefone Power Armor 19T

Potentially better camera system
Rugged and Durable Design
Excellent Battery Life
Fast Charging (66W)
Potentially more affordable

Weaker Performance (Helio G99)
May struggle with demanding games

Display Comparison

Both phones feature a 6.53-inch display, likely with similar resolutions (likely FHD+). The Armor 18 *might* have slightly better color accuracy due to its more powerful chipset allowing for better display processing, but this is difficult to confirm without detailed testing. Both offer good visibility in sunlight, a crucial feature for outdoor use.

Camera Comparison

The Armor 19T likely has a slightly better camera system, potentially with a higher resolution main sensor (likely 64MP vs 48MP on the 18). Both phones offer decent image quality in good lighting conditions, but low-light performance will be average. Expect similar video recording capabilities.

Performance

This is where the Armor 18 shines. The Dimensity 900 is a considerably more powerful chipset than the Helio G99. Expect smoother multitasking, faster app loading times, and significantly better gaming performance on the Armor 18. The 19T is still capable, but will struggle with more demanding games at higher settings.

Battery Life

Both phones boast massive 7000mAh batteries and 66W fast charging, offering excellent battery life and quick top-ups. The charging speeds are identical, and both should easily last a full day of heavy use.

Buying Guide

The Ulefone Power Armor 18 is ideal for users who need a rugged phone with strong performance for gaming, multitasking, and demanding apps. The Power Armor 19T is a great option for those prioritizing a slightly more budget-friendly price point and a potentially better camera experience (though both are decent).