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DOOGEE V20 Pro (20GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£350RAM capacity:20 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.43 inchesMain camera megapixels:64 MP & 24 MP & 8 MP

DOOGEE V20 Pro (20GB + 256GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

6.5/10

Overall score

Score
6.5/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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Score components

90%

6.5

Technical score

10%

7.2

User score

â–¼Worse than 56% of smartphones
7.2

Value for money

Value for money
7.2/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

6.5

Overall score

30%

8.7

Price

â–¼Worse than 64%
6.5

Technical score

Technical score
6.5/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components

25%

6.3

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.9

Camera

15%

5.1

Display

15%

6.4

Battery

10%

7.2

Software

10%

7.5

Connectivity

4%

6.4

Audio

3%

6.5

Design

â–¼Worse than 55%
7.2

User score

User score
7.2/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

9.2

User ratings

30%

2.5

Number of reviews

â–¼Worse than 89%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone DOOGEE V20 Pro (20GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.5/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components:

25%

6.3

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.9

Camera

15%

5.1

Display

15%

6.4

Battery

10%

7.2

Software

10%

7.5

Connectivity

4%

6.4

Audio

3%

6.5

Design

6.5
User score
User score
7.2/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

9.2

User ratings

30%

2.5

Number of reviews

7.2
Popularity
Popularity
2.5/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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Popularity:
DOOGEE V20 Pro (20GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 2.5 points, which is lower than 62.2% of smartphones.
2.5
Value for money
Value for money
7.2/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components:

70%

6.5

Overall score

30%

8.7

Price

7.2
Brand name
DOOGEE
Processor model
MediaTek Dimensity 700
This smartphone uses the MediaTek Dimensity 700 processor model which is slower than processors in 58.3% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.8% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
20 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 20 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 96% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.6% of smartphones.
Internal storage
256 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 256 GB which is larger than the storage of 38.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 38.3% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.2 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.2 GHz which is lower than the boost speed of 68.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 14.2% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 12
Android version
Android 12
This smartphone runs Android version Android 12 which is older than that found in 67.1% of smartphones and equal to that in 13.2% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
64 MP & 24 MP & 8 MP
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 64 MP & 24 MP & 8 MP which is higher than that of 85.4% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/1.8 & f/1.8
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/1.8 & f/1.8 which is wider than that of 70% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
31.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 31.4 mm² which is smaller than the main camera sensor area of 57.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 5.8% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.7 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.7 µm which is smaller than in 64.6% of smartphones and equal to the size in 10.4% of smartphones.
1.4 binned
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Number of SIM slots
2
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.43 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.43 inches which is smaller than the screens of 85% of smartphones and equal to those of 1.5% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 2400 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1080x2400 px which is higher than that of 36.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 20.4% of smartphones.
Pixel density
409 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 409 ppi which is higher than that of 66.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.5% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 60 Hz which is lower than in 84.3% of smartphones and equal to that in 15.7% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
6,000 mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 6,000 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 73.2% of smartphones and equal to those in 6.9% of smartphones.
Charging speed
33 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 33 W which is faster than in 38.9% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 12% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
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Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
yes
This smartphone includes a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
2
This smartphone includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 10.5% of smartphones and equal to the number in 66.6% of smartphones.
FM radio
yes
This smartphone includes an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
170.5 mm
This smartphone has a height of 170.5 mm which is taller than 88.2% of smartphones.
Width
81.2 mm
This smartphone has a width of 81.2 mm which is wider than 90.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Thickness
14 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 14 mm which is thicker than 92.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Weight
296 g
This smartphone weighs 296 g which is heavier than 92.3% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.1% of smartphones.
Device volume
192,780 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 192,780 cm³ which is larger than 92.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
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DOOGEE V20 Pro (20GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 12 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (20 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    20 GB vs 8 GB
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 20% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (6,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5,000 mAh.
    6,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 66.7% lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (10 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    10 W vs 6 W
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (64 MP & 24 MP & 8 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    64 MP & 24 MP & 8 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • 12 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (20 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    20 GB vs 8 GB
  • 66.7% lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (10 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    10 W vs 6 W
  • 2x more L1
    This smartphone has more L1 cache than the average smartphone (64 KB vs 32 KB). The average L1 cache is 32 KB.
    64 KB vs 32 KB
  • 0.5% faster GPU clock
    This smartphone has a higher GPU frequency than the average smartphone (955 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone GPU frequency is 950 MHz.
    955 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (64 MP & 24 MP & 8 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    64 MP & 24 MP & 8 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • 3.5% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (409 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    409 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 20% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (6,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5,000 mAh.
    6,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 14.9% higher PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark score than the average smartphone (903 min vs 786 min). The average score is 786 min.
    903 min vs 786 min
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • Has FM radio
    This smartphone features an FM radio, the average smartphone does not. 34.2% of smartphones include an FM tuner.
  • 18.8% higher French repairability index
    This smartphone has a higher French repairability index score than the average smartphone (9.5 vs 8). The average score is 8.
    9.5 vs 8
  • 1.5 m deeper water resistance
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (1.5 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    1.5 m vs 0 m
  • Better IP rating
    This smartphone has a better IP rating than the average smartphone (IP68 vs IP67). The average IP rating is IP67.
    IP68 vs IP67
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 700 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 700 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • 0.24 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.4 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.43 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • 62.1% lower 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in the 3DMark Wild Life benchmark than the average smartphone (1,180 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115 in this benchmark.
    1,180 vs 3,115
  • 50.9% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (296 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    296 g vs 196.2 g
  • 50% less L3 cache
    This smartphone has a smaller L3 cache than the average smartphone (2048 KB vs 4,096 KB). The average smartphone has an L3 cache of 4,096 KB.
    2,048 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 11.3% lower user score
    User score
    7.2/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    DOOGEE V20 Pro
    the average smartphone
    DOOGEE V20 Pro (20GB + 256GB) has a lower user score than the average smartphone (7.19 vs 8).
    7.19 vs 8
  • 34.6% more expensive
    DOOGEE V20 Pro (20GB + 256GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£350 vs £260).
    £350 vs £260
  • 2.19x less popular
    DOOGEE V20 Pro (20GB + 256GB) is less popular than the average smartphone (2.49 vs 5.4).
    2.49 vs 5.44
  • 2.2% worse value for money
    DOOGEE V20 Pro (20GB + 256GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (7.18 vs 7.3).
    7.18 vs 7.34
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 700 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 700 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 62.1% lower 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in the 3DMark Wild Life benchmark than the average smartphone (1,180 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115 in this benchmark.
    1,180 vs 3,115
  • 50% less L3 cache
    This smartphone has a smaller L3 cache than the average smartphone (2048 KB vs 4,096 KB). The average smartphone has an L3 cache of 4,096 KB.
    2,048 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 27.8% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (680 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in the Geekbench 6 single-core test.
    680 vs 942
  • 16.7% larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (7 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    7 nm vs 6 nm
  • 87.5% fewer shader units
    This smartphone includes fewer shader units than the average smartphone (32 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    32 vs 256
  • 8.3% lower CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a lower CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 22.4% slower memory speed
    This smartphone has a lower memory speed than the average smartphone (2,133 MHz vs 2,750 MHz). The average smartphone has a memory speed of 2,750 MHz.
    2,133 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 28.3% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (1,817 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in the Geekbench 6 multi-core test.
    1,817 vs 2,533
  • 14.3% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 14 GB
  • 33.3% lower memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has lower memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (17.1 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average smartphone has a bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s.
    17.07 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 6% lower PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in PCMark Work 3.0 than the average smartphone (10,137 vs 10,783). The average smartphone scores 10,783 in PCMark Work 3.0.
    10,137 vs 10,783
  • 2.3% less L2 cache
    This smartphone has a smaller L2 cache than the average smartphone (1,000 KB vs 1,024 KB). The average smartphone has an L2 cache of 1,024 KB.
    1,000 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 12 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 12 vs Android 14
  • Worse main camera video quality
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 15.40x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1440x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 0.1 µm smaller main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (0.7 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average smartphone has a pixel size of 0.8 µm.
    1.4 binned
    0.7 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • 1.9% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (31.4 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    31.4 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This smartphone uses an older Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.1 vs 5.2). The average smartphone uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.1 vs 5.2
  • Older Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone uses an older Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 0.24 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.4 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.43 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 500 nits lower peak brightness
    This smartphone has a lower peak brightness than the average smartphone (500 nits vs 1,000 nits). The average smartphone peak brightness is 1,000 nits.
    500 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • Lower contrast ratio
    This smartphone has a lower contrast ratio than the average smartphone (80000:1 vs 1000000:1). The average smartphone has a contrast ratio of 1000000:1.
    AMOLED/OLED displays have an effectively infinite contrast ratio
    80,000:1 vs 1,000,000:1
  • 25% slower wireless charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (15 W vs 20 W). The average smartphone wireless charging speed is 20 W.
    15 W vs 20 W
  • 50.9% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (296 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    296 g vs 196.2 g
  • 5.7 mm thicker
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (14 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    14 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 5.2 mm wider
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (81.2 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    81.2 mm vs 76 mm
  • 6.9 mm taller
    This smartphone is taller than the average smartphone (170.5 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone has a height of 163.6 mm.
    170.5 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 1 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2023 vs 2024). 1.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    June 2023
    2023 vs 2024
  • 97.1% larger volume
    This smartphone has a larger volume than the average smartphone (192,780 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97,800 cm³.
    192,780 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

8.0
Daniel Crosslink
≈ estimated
07/07/2023
Durability and benchmark tests · drop, scratch, camera and battery
Verdict
DOOGEE V20 Pro is average in most areas, but a good daily phone with a standout infrared camera and battery.
9.0
Novaspirit Tech
≈ estimated
08/06/2023
Long-term test · two weeks of daily use and toolbox features
Verdict
DOOGEE V20 Pro is a toolbox-style rugged phone that the creator switched back to for its built-in tools.
9.0
Flossy Carter
≈ estimated
07/06/2023
Review · battery drain check and feature overview
Verdict
DOOGEE V20 Pro is a strong recommendation, with excellent battery life and durability, especially for night shift work.
9.0
Android Addicts
≈ estimated
06/06/2023
Hands-on review · thermal camera and camera tests
Verdict
DOOGEE V20 Pro impresses, especially for thermal imaging, and works as a daily driver for anyone who needs that camera.
9.5
The EVPUZZLE
≈ estimated
06/06/2023
Hands-on review · thermal, night vision and software tests
Verdict
DOOGEE V20 Pro is excellent overall, with clean software and night vision and thermal imaging that work well.
9.0
Nikolay Tanev
≈ estimated
05/06/2023
Hands-on review · night vision, thermal camera and battery tests
Verdict
DOOGEE V20 Pro is recommended if you want thermal and night vision in a rugged phone at a reasonable price.
8.0
WhatGear
≈ estimated
09/06/2023
First look · features, rugged build and thermal vision
Verdict
DOOGEE V20 Pro is built for rugged, hard-use owners, and its thermal and night vision impressed the creator more than expected.
7.0
TA Tech
≈ estimated
05/06/2023
Short review · drop, camera and gaming tests
Verdict
DOOGEE V20 Pro is a solid mid-range rugged phone, though camera quality is its main compromise.
9.0
J. Williams
≈ estimated
05/06/2023
Unboxing · first look and feature checks
Verdict
DOOGEE V20 Pro is strongly recommended as a standout rugged phone with thermal imaging, NFC and 5G.
8.0
ByGLG English
≈ estimated
06/06/2023
Unboxing · feature overview and first look
Verdict
DOOGEE V20 Pro targets a specific audience, but it does that job well with its screen, thermal camera and memory.
Brand video
Not graded

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

techradar.com
13/07/2023
Hands-on review · Thermal rugged phone
Verdict
The Doogee V20 Pro is mostly the V20 plus a thermal camera, useful for engines and electronics work, but it lacks wireless charging and full-quality streaming.
S
smartzone.de
01/06/2023
Summary of the review
tuttoandroid.net
10/06/2023
Hands-on review · Rugged camera phone
Verdict
The Doogee V20 Pro is a rugged phone with a capable night camera and thermal imaging, but its digital-only zoom, weak speaker and weak vibration hold it back.
ceotech.it
26/07/2023
Review · Thermal rugged phone
Verdict
The Doogee V20 Pro is a strong rugged phone for work or outdoor trips, with a useful thermal camera and night vision, but its 2K claim is overstated.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about DOOGEE V20 Pro (20GB + 256GB)

  • High-resolution thermal imaging sensor (InfiRay 256x192) useful for industrial and professional work
  • Vibrant 6.43-inch AMOLED display with punchy colors and 2K resolution
  • Highly durable, military-grade rugged construction (IP68, IP69K, and MIL-STD-810H)
  • Solid mid-range specs including 12GB RAM (expandable) and 256GB storage
  • Useful dedicated night vision camera for low-light environments
  • Practical built-in metal kickstand for hands-free viewing
  • Reliable battery life typically lasting 2-3 days under mixed usage

What customers don't like about DOOGEE V20 Pro (20GB + 256GB)

  • Lacks Widevine L1 support, limiting Netflix and other streaming services to 480p resolution
  • No wireless charging support despite its flat back design
  • Underwhelming Dimensity 700 chipset is older and less powerful than expected for a 'Pro' model
  • Video recording is limited to 2K resolution at 30fps with no 4K option
  • Reports of non-existent or poor customer support and lack of regular Android software updates
  • Large and heavy form factor (nearly 300g) which may be bulky for some users
  • Inconvenient rubber USB-C port covers that can be difficult to manage or may break over time

Verdict

The DOOGEE V20 Pro is a rugged 5G smartphone primarily distinguished by its durable, military-grade construction (IP68/IP69K, MIL-STD-810H certified) and a professional-grade thermal imaging camera with a claimed 1440x1080 resolution and 1000m detection range. Key specifications include an Octa-core MediaTek Dimensity 700 processor, 20GB of RAM (12GB plus 8GB virtual expansion), and 256GB of expandable storage. It features a vibrant 6.43-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display, a versatile rear camera system with a 64MP main sensor and 24MP night vision lens, a 16MP front camera, a 6000mAh battery with 33W fast charging, and NFC for Google Pay. A notable pro is the inclusion of a useful integrated kickstand. Primary cons include the use of a mid-range processor in a "Pro" model, the actual thermal sensor resolution potentially being lower than advertised (256x192 physical pixels interpolated to 1440x1080), the absence of wireless charging, and the lack of Widevine L1 DRM support, which limits streaming services like Netflix to 480p resolution.

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