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Unihertz Tank 3 (16GB + 512GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£480RAM capacity:16 GBInternal storage:512 GBScreen size:6.79 inchesMain camera megapixels:200 MP & 50 MP & 64 MP & 8 MP

Unihertz Tank 3 (16GB + 512GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Unihertz Tank 3 (16GB + 512GB)
7.4/10

Overall score

Score
7.4/ 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%

7.4

Technical score

10%

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User score

â–²Better than 71% of smartphones
7.6

Value for money

Value for money
7.6/ 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%

7.4

Overall score

30%

8.0

Price

â–²Better than 66%
7.4

Technical score

Technical score
7.4/ 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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25%

8.4

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.5

Camera

15%

6.6

Display

15%

7.8

Battery

10%

7.1

Software

10%

7.9

Connectivity

4%

3.7

Audio

3%

5.1

Design

â–²Better than 73%
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User score

User score
8.0/ 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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User ratings

30%

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Technical Specifications of smartphone Unihertz Tank 3 (16GB + 512GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.4/ 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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â–² Better than 73% of models
Score components:

25%

8.4

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.5

Camera

15%

6.6

Display

15%

7.8

Battery

10%

7.1

Software

10%

7.9

Connectivity

4%

3.7

Audio

3%

5.1

Design

7.4
User score
User score
8.0/ 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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70%

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User ratings

30%

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Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 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:
Unihertz Tank 3 (16GB + 512GB) has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 63.9% of smartphones.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.6/ 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–² Better than 66% of models
Score components:

70%

7.4

Overall score

30%

8.0

Price

7.6
Brand name
Unihertz
Processor model
MediaTek Dimensity 8200
This smartphone uses the MediaTek Dimensity 8200 processor which is faster than processors in 74.1% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.5% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
16 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 16 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 83.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 12% of smartphones.
Internal storage
512 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 512 GB which is larger than the storage of 77.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 17.2% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
3.1 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 3.1 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 79.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.6% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 13
Android version
Android 13
This smartphone runs Android version Android 13 which is older than that found in 50.6% of smartphones and equal to that in 16.5% 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
200 MP & 50 MP & 64 MP & 8 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 200 MP & 50 MP & 64 MP & 8 MP which is higher than that of 99.9% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
?
Main camera sensor area
62.7 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 62.7 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 86% of smartphones and equal to that of 2% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.56 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.56 µm which is smaller than in 97.6% of smartphones and equal to the size in 2.1% of smartphones.
2.24 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
6.79 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.79 inches which is larger than the screens of 83% of smartphones and equal to those of 1.4% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 2460 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1080x2460 px which is higher than that of 65.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.4% of smartphones.
Pixel density
396 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 396 ppi which is higher than that of 50.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 3.1% 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
23,800 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 23,800 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 99.8% of smartphones.
Charging speed
120 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 120 W which is faster than in 94.4% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 4.6% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
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
yes
This smartphone includes a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
2
Market range: <1 – >3
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
179 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 179 mm which is taller than 98% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Width
86 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 86 mm which is wider than 97.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Thickness
31 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 31 mm which is thicker than 99.7% of smartphones.
Weight
666 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 666 g which is heavier than 99.6% of smartphones.
Device volume
477,214 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 477,214 cm³ which is larger than 99.7% of smartphones.
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Unihertz Tank 3 (16GB + 512GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 8 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    16 GB vs 8 GB
  • 4.76x larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (23800 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    23,800 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 3 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (3 x vs 0 x).
    3 x vs 0 x
  • 95.9% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (62.7 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    62.7 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 3.64x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (120 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    120 W vs 33 W
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (200 MP & 50 MP & 64 MP & 8 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    200 MP & 50 MP & 64 MP & 8 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 2x more storage
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (512 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    512 GB vs 256 GB
  • 29.2% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.1 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.1 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 3.2% better value for money
    Unihertz Tank 3 (16GB + 512GB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (7.57 vs 7.3).
    7.57 vs 7.34
  • 8 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    16 GB vs 8 GB
  • 2x more storage
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (512 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    512 GB vs 256 GB
  • 29.2% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.1 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.1 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 4x more L2 cache
    This smartphone has more L2 cache than the average smartphone (4096 KB vs 1024 KB). The average L2 cache is 1024 KB.
    4,096 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    4 nm vs 6 nm
  • 2.33x faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (6400 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    6,400 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x3.1 GHz & 3x3 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x3.1 GHz & 3x3 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 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
  • 2 more memory channels
    This smartphone has more memory channels than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 memory channels.
    4 vs 2
  • 2x higher memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (51.2 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    51.2 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 29.9% higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (1,224 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    1,224 vs 942
  • 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
  • Better processor
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 8200 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 8,200 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 50% more shader units
    This smartphone features more shader units than the average smartphone (384 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    384 vs 256
  • 3 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (3 x vs 0 x).
    3 x vs 0 x
  • 95.9% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (62.7 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    62.7 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (200 MP & 50 MP & 64 MP & 8 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    200 MP & 50 MP & 64 MP & 8 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (50 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    50 MP vs 16 MP
  • Has a multi-lens front camera
    This smartphone features a multi-lens front camera, the average smartphone does not. 18% of smartphones have multiple front lenses.
  • Better main camera video
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 22.60x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    2160x60 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 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
  • 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)
  • Has a barometer
    This smartphone features a barometer, the average smartphone does not. 19.9% of smartphones include a barometer.
  • Has an infrared sensor
    This smartphone includes an infrared sensor, the average smartphone does not. 33.3% of smartphones feature an IR blaster.
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.3 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.3 vs 5.2
  • 0.12 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.
    6.79 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1080x2460 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1080x2460 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 0.3% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (396 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    396 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 4.76x larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (23800 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    23,800 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 3.64x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (120 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    120 W vs 33 W
  • 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.
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 0.24 µm smaller main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (0.6 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average smartphone has a pixel size of 0.8 µm.
    2.24 binned
    0.56 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • 3.39x heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (666 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    666 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.
  • 5.44x less popular
    Unihertz Tank 3 (16GB + 512GB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 84.6% more expensive
    Unihertz Tank 3 (16GB + 512GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£480 vs £260).
    £480 vs £260
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 13 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 13 vs Android 14
  • 0.24 µm smaller main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (0.6 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average smartphone has a pixel size of 0.8 µm.
    2.24 binned
    0.56 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 3.39x heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (666 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    666 g vs 196.2 g
  • 22.7 mm thicker
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (31 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    31 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 10 mm wider
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (86 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    86 mm vs 76 mm
  • 15.4 mm taller
    This smartphone is taller than the average smartphone (179 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone has a height of 163.6 mm.
    179 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 4.88x larger volume
    This smartphone has a larger volume than the average smartphone (477214 cm³ vs 97800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97800 cm³.
    477,214 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³

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Third-party reviews

What we like about Unihertz Tank 3 (16GB + 512GB)

  • Exceptional 23,800mAh battery life that can last over a week on standby and multiple days of heavy use
  • Unique built-in DLP projector with 100 lumens of brightness and manual focus
  • Powerful 1,200 lumen camping light integrated into the design
  • Rugged IP68-rated durability, resistant to water, dust, and significant shocks
  • Fast performance powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8200 chipset and ample RAM
  • Includes a rare 3.5mm headphone jack and a microSD card slot
  • High-speed 120W fast charging and reverse charging capability for other devices

What we don't like about Unihertz Tank 3 (16GB + 512GB)

  • Extremely heavy and bulky (approx. 666g-696g), making it difficult to use as a daily driver or carry in pockets
  • Projector resolution is relatively low (480p), which may lack sharpness for modern media
  • Built-in speakers are described as lackluster or distorted at high volumes
  • Inconsistent software support with few official Android updates or long-term bug fixes
  • Lack of wireless charging, which some users find necessary for a device of this size
  • Reports of occasional software glitches, such as screen flickering or Bluetooth crashes

Verdict

The Unihertz Tank 3 is a rugged, adventure-focused smartphone with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage, designed for extreme durability with an IP68 waterproof and dustproof rating. It is powered by a high-performance MediaTek Dimensity 8200 octa-core processor and features an enormous 23,800mAh battery that lasts for days and can even serve as a power bank for other devices, with 120W fast charging support. Key integrated features include a quad-camera system with a 200MP main sensor and 64MP night vision lens, a powerful 1200-lumen camping light, and a built-in 100-lumen DLP projector, all running on Android 14. The main cons are its substantial bulk and weight (around 696g), which make it much larger and heavier than typical smartphones, and a built-in speaker that can be lackluster.

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