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OUKITEL WP21 (12GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£270RAM capacity:12 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.78 inchesMain camera megapixels:64 MP & 20 MP & 2 MP

OUKITEL WP21 (12GB + 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.

6.4/10

Overall score

Score
6.4/ 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
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90%

6.4

Technical score

10%

6.4

User score

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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.
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70%

6.4

Overall score

30%

9.1

Price

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6.4

Technical score

Technical score
6.4/ 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.
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Score components

25%

5.7

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.2

Camera

15%

6.1

Display

15%

8.0

Battery

10%

7.1

Software

10%

7.3

Connectivity

4%

3.4

Audio

3%

5.3

Design

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6.4

User score

User score
6.4/ 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.
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70%

7.3

User ratings

30%

4.4

Number of reviews

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Technical Specifications of smartphone OUKITEL WP21 (12GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.4/ 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%

5.7

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.2

Camera

15%

6.1

Display

15%

8.0

Battery

10%

7.1

Software

10%

7.3

Connectivity

4%

3.4

Audio

3%

5.3

Design

6.4
User score
User score
6.4/ 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%

7.3

User ratings

30%

4.4

Number of reviews

6.4
Popularity
Popularity
4.4/ 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:
OUKITEL WP21 (12GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 4.4 points, which is lower than 56.6% of smartphones.
4.4
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%

6.4

Overall score

30%

9.1

Price

7.2
Brand name
OUKITEL
Processor model
MediaTek Helio G99
This smartphone uses the MediaTek Helio G99 processor model which is slower than processors in 77.1% of smartphones and equal to processors in 3.8% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
12 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 12 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 59% of smartphones and equal to that of 24.3% 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 & 20 MP & 2 MP
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 64 MP & 20 MP & 2 MP which is higher than that of 85% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.9 & f/2.0 & f/2.4
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.9 & f/2.0 & f/2.4 which is narrower than that of 81.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
41 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 41 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 54.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 5.9% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.8 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.8 µm which is larger than in 35.5% of smartphones and equal to the size in 21.9% of smartphones.
1.6 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
no
This smartphone does not support 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
6.78 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.78 inches which is larger than the screens of 73.5% of smartphones and equal to those of 9.5% 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
388 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 388 ppi which is lower than that of 67.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 3.3% of smartphones.
Display type
IPS LCD
This smartphone uses a IPS LCD display type. 0% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
120 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 120 Hz which is higher than in 34.7% of smartphones and equal to that in 55.2% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
9,800 mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 9,800 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 94.6% of smartphones.
Charging speed
66 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 66 W which is faster than in 67.8% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 4.9% 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
no
This smartphone does not include stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not include 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
177.3 mm
This smartphone has a height of 177.3 mm which is taller than 96.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Width
84.3 mm
This smartphone has a width of 84.3 mm which is wider than 96.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Thickness
18.4 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 18.4 mm which is thicker than 96.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Weight
398 g
This smartphone weighs 398 g which is heavier than 97.1% of smartphones.
Device volume
267,624 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 267,624 cm³ which is larger than 97.5% of smartphones.
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OUKITEL WP21 (12GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 96% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (9,800 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5,000 mAh.
    9,800 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (64 MP & 20 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    64 MP & 20 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Supports reverse wireless charging
    This smartphone supports reverse wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 23.6% of smartphones offer reverse wireless charging.
  • 2x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (66 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    66 W vs 33 W
  • 0.11 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.8 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.78 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 55.1% faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (4,266 MHz vs 2,750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2,750 MHz memory speed.
    4,266 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 34.6% higher PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark score than the average smartphone (1,058 min vs 786 min). The average score is 786 min.
    1,058 min vs 786 min
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • 55.1% faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (4,266 MHz vs 2,750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2,750 MHz memory speed.
    4,266 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 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
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (64 MP & 20 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    64 MP & 20 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 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.
  • 28.1% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (41 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    41 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (20 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    20 MP vs 16 MP
  • Has a barometer
    This smartphone features a barometer, the average smartphone does not. 19.9% of smartphones include a barometer.
  • 1 more external displays supported
    This smartphone supports more external displays than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone supports 1 external displays.
    2 vs 1
  • 0.11 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.8 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.78 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • Has a secondary display
    This smartphone features a secondary display, the average smartphone does not. 6.7% of smartphones include a secondary screen.
  • 96% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (9,800 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5,000 mAh.
    9,800 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Supports reverse wireless charging
    This smartphone supports reverse wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 23.6% of smartphones offer reverse wireless charging.
  • 2x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (66 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    66 W vs 33 W
  • 34.6% higher PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark score than the average smartphone (1,058 min vs 786 min). The average score is 786 min.
    1,058 min vs 786 min
  • Has FM radio
    This smartphone features an FM radio, the average smartphone does not. 34.2% of smartphones include an FM tuner.
  • Better IP rating
    This smartphone has a better IP rating than the average smartphone (IP68/IP69K vs IP67). The average IP rating is IP67.
    IP68/IP69K vs IP67
  • 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
  • Has a rugged design
    This smartphone features a rugged design, the average smartphone does not. 7.5% of smartphones are built for durability.
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Helio G99 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Helio G99 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • Inferior display type
    This smartphone has an inferior display type compared to the average smartphone (IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED). 0.00% of smartphones use the superior display type.
    IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.9 & f/2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.9 & f/2.0 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • Lacks focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • 2.03x heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (398 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    398 g vs 196.2 g
  • No aptX HD
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • 24.7% lower user score
    User score
    6.4/ 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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    OUKITEL WP21 (12GB + 256GB) has a lower user score than the average smartphone (6.42 vs 8).
    6.42 vs 8
  • 1.9% worse value for money
    OUKITEL WP21 (12GB + 256GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (7.2 vs 7.3).
    7.2 vs 7.34
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Helio G99 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Helio G99 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 61.3% lower 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in the 3DMark Wild Life benchmark than the average smartphone (1,204 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115 in this benchmark.
    1,204 vs 3,115
  • 16.7% higher TDP (less efficient)
    This smartphone has a higher TDP than the average smartphone (5 W vs 6 W). The average smartphone has a TDP of 6 W.
    5 W vs 6 W
  • 78.5% lower 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in 3DMark Steel Nomad than the average smartphone (131 vs 608). The average smartphone scores 608.
    131 vs 608
  • 72.3% lower 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (340 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    340 vs 1,226
  • 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
  • 22.5% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (730 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in the Geekbench 6 single-core test.
    730 vs 942
  • 50% less L2 cache
    This smartphone has a smaller L2 cache than the average smartphone (512 KB vs 1,024 KB). The average smartphone has an L2 cache of 1,024 KB.
    512 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • 30.6% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (1,757 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in the Geekbench 6 multi-core test.
    1,757 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
  • 33.2% 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.
    17.1 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 4.9% lower PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in PCMark Work 3.0 than the average smartphone (10,259 vs 10,783). The average smartphone scores 10,783 in PCMark Work 3.0.
    10,259 vs 10,783
  • Lacks focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • No battery health monitoring
    This smartphone lacks battery health monitoring, the average smartphone includes it. 66.3% of smartphones provide battery health stats.
  • 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
  • Does not allow app offloading
    This smartphone does not support app offloading, the average smartphone does. 51.9% of smartphones support app offloading to save space.
  • Lacks instant markup
    This smartphone does not support instant markup, the average smartphone does. 52.2% of smartphones include instant markup tools.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.9 & f/2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.9 & f/2.0 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 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
  • No continuous autofocus in video
    This smartphone does not support continuous autofocus in video, the average smartphone does. 94.2% of smartphones have continuous AF.
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • Inferior display type
    This smartphone has an inferior display type compared to the average smartphone (IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED). 0.00% of smartphones use the superior display type.
    IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED
  • Worse display glass type
    This smartphone uses a worse display glass type than the average smartphone (Corning Gorilla Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). 0.00% of smartphones use the better glass type.
    Corning Gorilla Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • 50% lower touch sampling rate
    This smartphone has a lower touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (120 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average smartphone has a sampling rate of 240 Hz.
    120 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • 1.8% lower pixel density
    This smartphone has a lower pixel density than the average smartphone (388 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    388 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • No aptX HD
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • 2.03x heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (398 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    398 g vs 196.2 g
  • 10.1 mm thicker
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (18.4 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    18.4 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 8.3 mm wider
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (84.3 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    84.3 mm vs 76 mm
  • 13.7 mm taller
    This smartphone is taller than the average smartphone (177.3 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone has a height of 163.6 mm.
    177.3 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.
    January 2023
    2023 vs 2024
  • 2.74x larger volume
    This smartphone has a larger volume than the average smartphone (267,624 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97,800 cm³.
    267,624 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³

Video reviews

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

9.0
SmartphoneFan
≈ estimated
12/11/2022
Unboxing · dual screen and button walkthrough · comparison with rivals
Verdict
The OUKITEL WP21 is a durable dual-screen rugged phone with a big battery and strong specs for outdoor use.
Brand video
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

smartzone.de
04/07/2023
Hands-on test · Rugged phone with rear display
Verdict
The Oukitel WP21 is a rugged phone with a 120 Hz screen and a rear display, but its 401 g weight and short-lived back screen limit it.
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inside-digital.de
31/08/2023
Summary of the review
android-user.de
08/02/2024
Hands-on test · Outdoor smartphone
Verdict
The Oukitel WP21 is a usable rugged phone with a big battery and fast charging, but its slow shutter and weak selfies hold back everyday photos.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about OUKITEL WP21 (12GB + 256GB)

  • Massive 9800mAh battery providing exceptional multi-day life
  • Highly durable, military-grade (MIL-STD-810H) build resistant to drops, water, and extreme temperatures
  • Fast 66W charging capabilities for the large battery
  • Unique dual-screen design with a functional 1.32-inch rear AMOLED display
  • Smooth 120Hz refresh rate on the primary 6.78-inch FHD+ display
  • Reliable night vision camera (20MP) for low-light environments
  • Ample storage and RAM (12GB/256GB) for a rugged device

What customers don't like about OUKITEL WP21 (12GB + 256GB)

  • Significantly heavy and bulky (approx. 398g), making it difficult for one-handed use
  • Camera performance is often described as mediocre, particularly in low-light conditions
  • Hardware reliability issues reported over time, including GPS failures and charging port looseness
  • Lacks 5G connectivity, limited to 4G LTE
  • Secondary rear screen can be seen as more of a 'gimmick' with limited practical use
  • Performance can struggle with high-demand gaming despite the Helio G99 chipset

Verdict

The Oukitel WP21 is a rugged smartphone built for demanding environments, featuring an IP68/IP69K and MIL-STD-810H military certification for water, dust, and drop resistance. Key specifications include a MediaTek Helio G99 octa-core processor, 12GB of RAM (expandable to 17GB virtually), and 256GB of UFS 2.2 internal storage. It boasts a large 6.78-inch FHD+ 120Hz main display and a unique 1.32-inch circular secondary display on the rear for quick access to notifications and music controls. The camera system features a 64MP main sensor, a 20MP night vision camera with IR lights, a 2MP macro lens, and a 20MP front camera. A massive 9800mAh battery supporting 66W fast charging (0-100% in under an hour) and reverse charging via OTG are major pros. Primary cons include its substantial weight and bulk (approx. 398g), the rear screen being potentially gimmicky for some users, lack of 5G connectivity, and some user reports of long-term software/connectivity issues.

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