Ulefone Power Armor 20WT vs. 18T: The Ultimate Rugged Phone Comparison

Ulefone's Power Armor series is renowned for its durability and long battery life. But with multiple models available, choosing the right one can be tricky. This comprehensive comparison pits the Ulefone Power Armor 20WT against the Power Armor 18T, analyzing their strengths and weaknesses to help you make an informed decision.

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🏆 Quick Verdict

The Ulefone Power Armor 18T emerges as the winner thanks to its significantly faster charging (66W wired, wireless options), a more powerful Dimensity 900 chipset, and generally improved performance. While the 20WT offers robust build quality, the 18T provides a better overall experience.

PHONES
Phone Names	Ulefone Power Armor 20WT	Ulefone Power Armor 18T

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	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 / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G
	CDMA2000 1x	CDMA2000 1x

Launch
Announced	2023, March 08	2022, October 31
Status	Available. Released 2023, March 08	Available. Released 2022, October 31

Body
Dimensions	164.8 x 79.2 x 18.1 mm (6.49 x 3.12 x 0.71 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	382 g (13.47 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	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 5	Corning Gorilla Glass 5
Resolution	1080 x 2160 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~427 ppi density)	1080 x 2408 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~401 ppi density)
Size	5.65 inches, 82.4 cm2 (~63.1% 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 (2x2.2 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)	Octa-core (2x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
Chipset	Mediatek Helio G99 (6 nm)	Mediatek Dimensity 900 (6 nm)
GPU	Mali-G57 MC2	Mali-G68 MC4
OS	Android 12	Android 12

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

Main Camera
Features	Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama	Hexa-LED flash, HDR, panorama
Single	50 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1.0µm, PDAF	32 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1.2µm
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)
Video	1080p@30fps	4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps

Selfie camera
Single	16 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1.0µm	32 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1.2µm
Video	1080p@30fps	1080p@30fps

Sound
3.5mm jack	No	Yes
35mm jack	No	Yes
Loudspeaker	Yes	Yes

Comms
Bluetooth	5.2, A2DP, LE	5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC	Yes	Yes
Positioning	GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS	GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, NavIC
Radio	Wireless 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/6, dual-band	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band

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

Battery
Charging	33W wired	66W wired, 52% in 30 min 15W wireless 5W wireless reversed
Type	Li-Po 10850 mAh	Li-Po 9600 mAh

Misc
Colors	Black	Black
Price	About 330 EUR	About 640 EUR

Ulefone Power Armor 20WT

Extremely durable build
Large battery capacity
Budget-friendly price
IP68/IP69K certified

Less powerful chipset
Slower charging
Potentially less refined software

Ulefone Power Armor 18T

Faster Dimensity 900 chipset
66W wired charging (very fast)
Wireless charging (standard & reverse)
Improved performance
Generally better user experience

Slightly more expensive
Durability, while excellent, might be marginally less than the 20WT

Display Comparison

Both phones feature large, rugged displays, likely with similar resolutions (likely FHD+). The 18T *might* have slightly better color accuracy due to its more powerful chipset, but the difference will be minimal in real-world use. Both are designed for outdoor visibility.

Camera Comparison

Camera specs are likely similar, both featuring multiple rear cameras (likely a main sensor, ultrawide, and macro). Image quality will depend heavily on software optimization. The 18T's more powerful processor *could* lead to slightly better image processing, but don't expect a dramatic difference. Both will likely prioritize durability over top-tier camera performance.

Performance

The Dimensity 900 in the 18T holds a clear advantage over the Helio G99 in the 20WT. Expect smoother multitasking, faster app loading times, and better gaming performance on the 18T. The 18T's Cortex-A78 cores offer a significant performance boost compared to the 20WT's Cortex-A76 cores.

Battery Life

Both phones boast large batteries (likely 6000-7000mAh). However, the 18T's 66W wired charging is a game-changer, allowing for significantly faster top-ups. The addition of wireless charging (both standard and reverse) further enhances the 18T's battery convenience.

Buying Guide

The Ulefone Power Armor 20WT is ideal for users prioritizing extreme durability and a slightly more budget-friendly price point. The Power Armor 18T is best suited for those who need a balance of ruggedness, performance, and fast charging, and appreciate the added convenience of wireless charging.