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Ulefone Power Armor 18T (12GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£460RAM capacity:12 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.58 inchesMain camera megapixels:108 MP & 5 MP & 5 MP

Ulefone Power Armor 18T (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.

7.0/10

Overall score

Score
7.0/ 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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â–² Better than 59% of models
Score components

90%

7.0

Technical score

10%

7.2

User score

â–²Better than 59% of smartphones
7.3

Value for money

Value for money
7.3/ 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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â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
Score components

70%

7.0

Overall score

30%

8.1

Price

â–¼Worse than 56%
7.0

Technical score

Technical score
7.0/ 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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â–² Better than 61% of models
Score components

25%

6.5

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.1

Camera

15%

6.2

Display

15%

8.4

Battery

10%

7.3

Software

10%

7.9

Connectivity

4%

5.2

Audio

3%

5.1

Design

â–²Better than 61%
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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
Score components

70%

7.8

User ratings

30%

5.8

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 88%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Ulefone Power Armor 18T (12GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.0/ 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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â–² Better than 61% of models
Score components:

25%

6.5

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.1

Camera

15%

6.2

Display

15%

8.4

Battery

10%

7.3

Software

10%

7.9

Connectivity

4%

5.2

Audio

3%

5.1

Design

7.0
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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
Score components

70%

7.8

User ratings

30%

5.8

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.2
Popularity
Popularity
5.8/ 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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â–² Better than 53% of models
Popularity:
Ulefone Power Armor 18T (12GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 5.8 points, which is higher than 52.7% of smartphones.
5.8
Value for money
Value for money
7.3/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
Score components:

70%

7.0

Overall score

30%

8.1

Price

7.3
Brand name
Ulefone
Processor model
MediaTek Dimensity 900
This smartphone uses the MediaTek Dimensity 900 processor model which is slower than processors in 57.1% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.3% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
12 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 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
Market range: <64 GB – >512 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
2.4 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.4 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 36.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 13.4% 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
108 MP & 5 MP & 5 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 108 MP & 5 MP & 5 MP which is higher than that of 92% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
?
Main camera sensor area
52.9 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 52.9 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 82.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.9% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.7 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 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.
2.1 binned
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
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
6.58 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.58 inches which is smaller than the screens of 68.7% of smartphones and equal to those of 2.4% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 2408 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1080x2408 px which is higher than that of 56.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.2% of smartphones.
Pixel density
401 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 401 ppi which is higher than that of 58.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 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
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 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
9,600 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 9,600 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 94.2% of smartphones and equal to those in 0.4% of smartphones.
Charging speed
66 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 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
?
Wireless charging
yes
This smartphone supports 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
yes
This smartphone includes a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
?
FM radio
yes
This smartphone includes an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
yes
This smartphone supports aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
175.2 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 175.2 mm which is taller than 95.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Width
83.4 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 83.4 mm which is wider than 94.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.5% of smartphones.
Thickness
18.8 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 18.8 mm which is thicker than 97.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Weight
409 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 409 g which is heavier than 97.5% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.1% of smartphones.
Device volume
261,450 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 261,450 cm³ which is larger than 97.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
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Ulefone Power Armor 18T (12GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 92% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (9,600 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5,000 mAh.
    9,600 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 65.3% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (52.9 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    52.9 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 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 (108 MP & 5 MP & 5 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    108 MP & 5 MP & 5 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 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
  • Supports reverse wireless charging
    This smartphone supports reverse wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 23.6% of smartphones offer reverse wireless charging.
  • 5 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (6 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    6 vs 1
  • 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
  • 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
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • 14.3% higher maximum RAM
    This smartphone supports more maximum RAM than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB RAM.
    16 GB vs 14 GB
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (2x2.4 GHz & 6x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    2x2.4 GHz & 6x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 65.3% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (52.9 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    52.9 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (108 MP & 5 MP & 5 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    108 MP & 5 MP & 5 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 5 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (6 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    6 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.
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (32 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    32 MP vs 16 MP
  • 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
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), 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 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1080x2408 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1080x2408 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 1.5% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (401 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    401 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 92% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (9,600 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5,000 mAh.
    9,600 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 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
  • Supports aptX Lossless
    This smartphone supports aptX Lossless, the average smartphone does not. 12.9% of smartphones include aptX Lossless support.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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
  • 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 processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 900 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 900 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 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.
  • 2.08x heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (409 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    409 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.
  • 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.
  • 10.5% lower 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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    Ulefone Power Armor 18T
    the average smartphone
    Ulefone Power Armor 18T (12GB + 256GB) has a lower user score than the average smartphone (7.24 vs 8).
    7.24 vs 8
  • 76.9% more expensive
    Ulefone Power Armor 18T (12GB + 256GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£460 vs £260).
    £460 vs £260
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 900 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 900 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 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
  • 50.7% lower 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (604 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    604 vs 1,226
  • 30.3% lower 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in the 3DMark Wild Life benchmark than the average smartphone (2,171 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115 in this benchmark.
    2,171 vs 3,115
  • 2.9% fewer transistors
    This smartphone contains fewer transistors than the average smartphone (10,000 million vs 10,300 million). The average smartphone has 10,300 million transistors.
    10,000 million vs 10,300 million
  • 50% fewer shader units
    This smartphone includes fewer shader units than the average smartphone (128 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    128 vs 256
  • 2.3% lower PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in PCMark Work 3.0 than the average smartphone (10,540 vs 10,783). The average smartphone scores 10,783 in PCMark Work 3.0.
    10,540 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.
  • 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.
    2.1 binned
    0.7 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This smartphone uses an older Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5 vs 5.2). The average smartphone uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    5 vs 5.2
  • 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
  • 0.09 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.6 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.58 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 2.08x heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (409 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    409 g vs 196.2 g
  • 10.5 mm thicker
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (18.8 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    18.8 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 7.4 mm wider
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (83.4 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    83.4 mm vs 76 mm
  • 11.6 mm taller
    This smartphone is taller than the average smartphone (175.2 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone has a height of 163.6 mm.
    175.2 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 2 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2022 vs 2024). 2.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    October 2022
    2022 vs 2024
  • 2.67x larger volume
    This smartphone has a larger volume than the average smartphone (261,450 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97,800 cm³.
    261,450 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³

Video reviews

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

9.0
MakeUseOf
≈ estimated
23/02/2023
Hands-on review · thermal, endoscope and battery tests
Verdict
Ulefone Power Armor 18T is durable and feature-packed with huge battery life, but its performance is mid-range and its price is premium.
9.5
HansTechTalk
≈ estimated
30/11/2022
Hands-on review · water, gaming, battery and camera tests
Verdict
Ulefone Power Armor 18T is a one-of-a-kind rugged phone, with features no rival matches at this price.
9.0
Nikolay Tanev
≈ estimated
01/11/2022
Hands-on review · battery, camera and gaming tests
Verdict
Ulefone Power Armor 18T is an affordable yet powerful rugged flagship with a standout battery and a useful thermal camera.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

techradar.com
08/03/2023
Lab test · Thermal imaging
Verdict
The Ulefone Power Armor 18T suits tradespeople who need thermal imaging and an endoscope, with solid performance, though its premium price may be too much for a second phone.
smartzone.de
16/01/2023
Hands-on test · Thermal camera
Verdict
The Ulefone Power Armor 18T suits trade work thanks to its thermal camera and microscope lens, but low-light photos are barely usable.
G
global.techradar.com
28/06/2023
Summary of the review
Doogee V30T Review (Comparison with Power Armor 18T)
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Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: November 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Ulefone Power Armor 18T (12GB + 256GB)

  • Excellent build quality and durability with IP68/IP69K and MIL-STD-810H certifications, surviving drops and exposure to harsh environments.
  • High-resolution FLIR Lepton 3.5 thermal imaging sensor (4x better resolution than previous generations) is highly useful for professional/hobby applications like diagnosing leaks or electrical shorts.
  • Massive 9600mAh battery provides exceptional life (up to 3-4 days of normal use) and supports 66W fast charging and 15W wireless/reverse charging.
  • Good performance for a rugged phone, with the MediaTek Dimensity 900 SoC handling daily use and occasional gaming smoothly.
  • Dedicated accessory port (uSmart connector) supports useful tools like an endoscope for hard-to-reach areas.
  • Features a very bright 6-LED torch/flashlight.
  • Includes useful physical features like a 3.5mm headphone jack, an FM radio that works without an antenna, an SD card slot, and a fast, reliable side-mounted fingerprint sensor.
  • Screen has a smooth 120Hz refresh rate and good brightness for most conditions.
  • Clean, near-stock Android software with no unnecessary pre-installed apps.

What customers don't like about Ulefone Power Armor 18T (12GB + 256GB)

  • The main camera quality is often poor despite the 108MP sensor, with issues like slowness, lack of image stabilization, noise, and poor low-light performance.
  • The phone is heavy and bulky (over 400g), which is a trade-off for the rugged design and large battery.
  • Lack of ongoing software/security updates; users report being stuck on older Android versions (e.g., Android 12) with existing bugs.
  • The microscopic and macro cameras are often considered gimmicky and difficult to use effectively due to fixed focus or low resolution.
  • No Widevine L1 support, limiting streaming services like Netflix and Disney+ to low resolution (480p).
  • Users report software bugs and occasional system instability, including freezing, restarting, or features like NFC not working reliably.
  • Official water resistance ratings may degrade over time or with wear and tear, and some users have experienced water damage even with careful use.
  • The accessory connector requires a screwdriver to attach/remove accessories, which is inconvenient.
  • Poor haptics/vibration motor quality.
  • No USB 3.0 support and no video out capability.

Verdict

The Ulefone Power Armor 18T (12GB + 256GB) is a rugged smartphone designed for durability and specialized use cases, featuring a robust MIL-STD-810H and IP68/IP69K rating. Its main selling points are the integrated FLIR thermal imaging camera for professional applications and a massive 9600mAh battery supporting 66W fast charging and 15W wireless charging. The device is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 900 processor and includes a 108MP main camera and 32MP front camera. A potential con is its bulky and heavy design compared to standard smartphones, which is a common trade-off for extreme ruggedness and a large battery capacity.

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