Ulefone Power Armor 18T vs. 19: The Ultimate Rugged Phone Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
The Ulefone Power Armor 19 edges out the 18T thanks to its more powerful Dimensity 900 chipset, offering noticeably better performance for gaming and demanding tasks. Both offer excellent battery life and rugged build quality, but the 19's processing power makes it the slightly better choice.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Ulefone Power Armor 18T | Ulefone Power Armor 19 |
| Network | ||
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| 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, 41, 66, 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 | ||
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| Announced | 2022, October 31 | 2022, December 27 |
| Status | Available. Released 2022, October 31 | Available. Released 2022, December 27 |
| Body | ||
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| 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-810G 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 | ||
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| 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 | ||
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| 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 | ||
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| Card slot | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Internal | 256GB 12GB RAM | 256GB 12GB RAM |
| Main Camera | ||
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| Features | Hexa-LED flash, HDR, panorama | Hexa-LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Single | 32 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1.2µm | 16 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1.0µm |
| Triple | 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) | 108 MP, f/1.9, (wide), 1/1.52”, 0.7µm, PDAF 8 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm 5 MP (macro) |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps | 1440p@30fps |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Single | 32 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1.2µm | 16 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1.0µm |
| 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 | 5.2, 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/6, dual-band |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer, thermometer |
| Battery | ||
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| 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 | ||
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| Colors | Black | Black |
| Price | About 640 EUR | About 400 EUR |
Ulefone Power Armor 18T
- More affordable
- Excellent battery life
- Rugged and durable design
- 120Hz display
- Reverse wireless charging
- Less powerful chipset
- Slightly older processor
- Camera performance slightly behind the 19
Ulefone Power Armor 19
- More powerful Dimensity 900 chipset
- Better gaming performance
- Improved image processing
- Rugged and durable design
- Excellent battery life
- 120Hz display
- Reverse wireless charging
- More expensive
- Similar camera hardware to 18T (but better processing)
Display Comparison
Both phones feature a 6.53-inch IPS display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a resolution of 2400 x 1080. While the panels are similar, the 19 might offer slightly better color accuracy due to its more powerful chipset's ability to handle image processing more efficiently. Viewing angles and brightness are comparable.
Camera Comparison
The Power Armor 19 typically features a 64MP main camera, an 8MP ultrawide, and a 2MP macro lens. The 18T has a similar setup, but the 19's more powerful processor allows for better image processing and potentially improved low-light performance. Both phones offer decent camera quality for a rugged device, but don't expect flagship-level results.
Performance
This is where the biggest difference lies. The Power Armor 19's Dimensity 900 chipset is significantly faster than the Helio G99 in the 18T. Expect smoother multitasking, faster app loading times, and better gaming performance on the 19. The Dimensity 900's 6nm process also contributes to better power efficiency.
Battery Life
Both phones boast a massive 7000mAh battery, providing excellent battery life. Expect 2-3 days of moderate use on either device. Both support 66W wired charging, 15W wireless charging, and 5W reverse wireless charging, ensuring quick and versatile power options.
Buying Guide
The Ulefone Power Armor 18T is ideal for users prioritizing affordability and a reliable, rugged device for everyday tasks. The Ulefone Power Armor 19 is better suited for users who need more processing power for gaming, multitasking, or running demanding applications, and are willing to pay a bit more.