Waterproof smartphones 2018-2019

DOOGEE S30 (IP68)

If you believe the inscription on the front panel of this budget smartphone, it is protected according to the IP68 standard, which is good news, especially considering the low cost of the DOOGEE S30.

Since the device is budget, you shouldn’t expect any surprises: 5-inch display with a resolution of 1280×720 pixels, MediaTek MT6737 processor, 2 GB of RAM, 16 GB of ROM.

However, the DOOGEE S30 still has something interesting: a fingerprint scanner, a dual rear camera, and a powerful 5580 mAh battery.

Screen diagonal: 5 inches

Screen resolution: 1280×720

Weight: -

Number of SIM cards: 2

Processor: MediaTek MT6737

Memory capacity: 16 GB

RAM capacity: 2 GB

Battery capacity: 5580 mAh

Rear camera: dual 8/3 MP

Front camera: 5 MP

Memory card support: yes

Support for 4G networks: yes

Caterpillar Cat S60 (IP68)

This model from Caterpillar is by no means new, but even now, several years after its first show, it continues to impress. Why? Because this is the world's first smartphone with a thermal imager! In real time it shows the temperature range, there is a corresponding scale. A thermal imager is needed by people of various professions, including primarily builders or rescuers. By the way, there is a single rear camera, and the second module on the back of the body is the thermal imager.

The smartphone has a 4.7-inch display with HD resolution, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 617 processor and 3 GB of RAM, a 3800 mAh battery, and support for fast charging.

Screen diagonal: 4.7 inches

Screen resolution: 1280×720

Weight: 249 g

Number of SIM cards: 2

Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 617

Memory capacity: 32 GB

RAM capacity: 3 GB

Battery capacity: 3800 mAh

Rear camera: 13 MP

Front camera: 5 MP

Memory card support: yes

Support for 4G networks: yes

Blackview BV9000 Pro (IP68)

Apparently, the BV9000 Pro tried to combine style and utility. If we talk about appearance, it was definitely a success: the device looks very cool and even stylish, but do not forget about its considerable weight - just over 250 g.

It uses a 5.7-inch widescreen display with a resolution of 1440×720 pixels. There is a dual camera, a fingerprint sensor, NFC support, a very decent platform based on the MediaTek Helio P25 (MT6757T) processor, as much as 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal memory. The battery capacity is high - 4180 mAh.

Screen diagonal: 5.7 inches

Screen resolution: 1440×720

Weight:253 g

Number of SIM cards: 2

Processor: MediaTek Helio P25 (MT6757T)

Memory capacity: 128 GB

RAM capacity: 6 GB

Battery capacity: 4180 mAh

Rear camera: dual 13/5 MP

Front camera: 8 MP

Memory card support: yes

Support for 4G networks: yes

The best rugged smartphone with walkie-talkie 2021

Smartphone Blackview BV9500 Pro

CPU:

MediaTek Helio P26
RAM:
6 GB
Main memory:
128 GB
Screen size:
5.7 inches
Main camera:
16 + 16 MP
Front camera:
8 MP
Battery:
10000 mAh

This is an incredibly powerful and secure smartphone with a walkie-talkie and a huge battery. The smartphone has an IP68 protection standard and is not afraid of water and dust and can withstand falls on different surfaces.

The BV9500 Pro has a 5.7-inch IPS screen with FullHD+ resolution. It is reliably protected from breakage and scratches by Coring Gorilla Glass 5. The performance is driven by the MediaTek Helio P26 processor and 6 GB of RAM; this is quite powerful hardware for such a device.

The model has an NFC module and can perform the function of a walkie-talkie. The battery has an incredible capacity of 10,000 mAh, its resource will last for 60 hours of talk time and 1200 hours of standby time. Charging from 0 to 100% will take you only 3.5 hours. But you have to pay for such a battery, forget about lightness, the model weighs 385 grams.

Pros:

Screen
Performance
Battery

Minuses:

Dimensions

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Blackview BV6000 (IP68)

A budget device from Blackview, which, according to open sources, received protection from water and dust according to the IP68 standard. The model is by no means new, but reviews about it are mostly positive.

Screen diagonal - 4.7 inches, resolution - 1280x720 pixels. The processor is MediaTek Helio P10 (MT6755), the memory capacity is 3 GB RAM, 32 GB ROM. Battery capacity is 4500 mAh, support for fast charging and NFC is announced.

Perhaps, if a smartphone had appeared a little later, it would have received a fingerprint scanner. He's not here.

Screen diagonal: 4.7 inches

Screen resolution: 1280×720

Weight: 247 g

Number of SIM cards: 2

Processor: MediaTek Helio P10

Memory capacity: 32 GB

RAM capacity: 3 GB

Battery capacity: 4500 mAh

Rear camera: 13 MP

Front camera: 5 MP

Memory card support: yes

Support for 4G networks: yes

Top 10 rugged smartphones at the beginning of 2021 (AGM/Doogee/Homtom)

Hello, friends. Today I want to make my personal TOP of the best, interesting and profitable secure smartphones. The entire top is exclusively my IMHO, so you can prove in the comments where I am wrong. I'll be happy to discuss.

Well, a little preface. In 2021, many rugged smartphones have turned from huge spade-shaped bricks into more or less normal phones with modern hardware and a nice design. Gone are the days of Hummer phones. Therefore, if you need a smartphone with normal hardware, protection from water and dust, and not the size of a cinder block, the Chinese industry will be able to offer it to you without any problems.

Today, many manufacturers make secure smartphones. But I would give first place to AGM. They currently have the following interesting smartphones in their arsenal:

1. Smartphone AGM X2 SE

Smartphone AGM X2 SE

For a price of about $300 we get the following characteristics:

At the same time, the dimensions of the smartphone are not that large. Easily fits into any pocket. But for example, if you get caught in the rain, during outings or fishing, you don’t have to think about what will happen to your phone.

2. Smartphone AGM A9 JBL

Smartphone AGM A9 4/64GB

One of the most popular rugged smartphones on the market. One of the best in terms of price/quality ratio.

Characteristics of the AGM A9 smartphone: • Screen: 6 inches, 2160 x 1080 pixels, IPS. matrix manufacturer - Japan Display; • Screen protection: Corning Gorilla Glass 5; • Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 450 (8x1.8 GHz); • Memory: 32GB in my case. There are models with 64 GB; • RAM: 4 GB; • MicroSD support: up to 128 GB; • Operating temperature range: from -30 to +60 °C; • IP68 protection: yes; • Protection according to MIL-STD-810G standard: yes; • GLONASS/GPS/Beidou: +/+/+; • Front camera: 16 MP (Samsung); • Rear camera: 12 MP (Sony); • Battery: 5,400 mAh, QuickCharge 3.0 support – full charge in 2 hours 35 minutes; • Fingerprint scanner: yes; • SIM cards: two slots; • LTE and cellular communications: works worldwide; • System: Android 8.1 Oreo; • Main speakers: four, audio system – developed by JBL; • Thickness, weight: 9 mm, 216 g;

Communication standards: • GSM/GPRS/EDGE Band 2/3/5/8 • EVDO Rev.A/CDMA2000 1x BC0 • WCDMA Band 1/2/4/5/8 • TD-SCDMA Band 34/39 • LTE-FDD Band 1/3/5/7/8/19/20/28A • LTE-TDD Band 38/39/40/41

3. AGM M3 phone

For those who do not need the functions of a smartphone, but need an indestructible phone with a capacious battery, this is exactly what you need. The phone is equipped with a 2.4-inch QVGA color display. There is support for two SIM cards. There is a camera on the back side. A removable battery with a capacity of 1970 mAh provides several days of battery life for the device, and if necessary, it can be replaced with a spare one. The charger is not included in the package, but problems with the cable are unlikely to arise - you can charge the phone with any cable with a micro-USB output. The price of a smartphone does not exceed $30

4. Smartphone AGM X3

Smartphone AGM X3 8/128GB

It has the following technical characteristics: Screen: 5.99-inch IPS display with a resolution of 2160 x 1080 pixels, shock-resistant protective glass Gorilla Glass 5 Processor: 8-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 (4 cores 2.8 GHz Kryo 385 and 4 cores 1.8 GHz Kryo 385 Silver) Graphics accelerator: Adreno 630 RAM: LPDDR4 - 6Gb Built-in memory: 64 Gb (there is a version with 128 Gb for $630) Camera: Main dual camera - 24MP + 12MP, f1/8 aperture, dual phase detection autofocus, dual-color LED flash. Front camera - 20MP, f2/0 aperture Battery: Li-ion 4100 mAh Network: 2G - B2/B3/B5/B8, CDMA BC0 3G - WCDMA B1/B2/B5/B8, TD-SCDMA B34/B3 4G - TD -LTE B38/B39/B40/41, FDD-LTE B1/B2/B3/B4/B7/B8/B12/B17/B18/B19/B20/B26/B28/B29/B30, AWS 1700MHz Wireless interfaces: NFC, Bluetooth - v5, WiFi - Dual Band 2.4Ghz/5Ghz 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou Additional features: IP68 + MIL-STD-810G protection level, durable back panel, fingerprint scanner, fast charging with QuickCharge 3.0 support, USB Type-C connector (without a plug - not afraid of water), glove mode. Dimensions: 167.5 x 81.5 x 10.5 mm Weight: 200 g This is a smartphone for those who need the most top-end characteristics in a case protected from shock, dust and moisture.

The next manufacturer that also makes rugged smartphones is Doogee. They have the following smart non-killers:

1. Smartphone Doogee s40

Smartphone DOOGEE S30

The peculiarity of the smartphone is the price. Always less than $100. And on sales you could buy it for $89. For this price, the smartphone has the following characteristics: OS: Android 9.0 CPU: MTK6739 Quad-Core 1.5GHz screen: 5.5 inches 18:9 multi-touch Corning Gorilla Glass 4 Resolution: 480×960 Pixels RAM: 2GB Front camera:5.0MP F2.2,80°wide ROM: 16GB(External Memory up to 32GB) Main camera: 8.0MP+5.0MP F/2.2 80°wide-angle LED Flash Battery: 4650mAh Slots: Dual Nano SIM Cards or Nano SIM+TF Card Bands: 2G:GSM-850/900/1800/1900MHz 3G:WCDMA-900/2100MHz 4G:FDD-B1/B3/B7/B8/B20

2. Protected smartphone DOOGEE S70

Smartphone DOOGEE S70

In addition to its security, the manufacturer also positions the phone as a gaming phone. The kit includes a joystick, and the hardware allows you to run all modern games without any problems. The characteristics of the smartphone are as follows: Screen - 5.99-inch IPS with a resolution of 1080x2160 pixels. Processor – MediaTek Helio P23 Octa Core 2.5 GHz (8 × ARM Cortex-A53). Graphics - ARM Mali-G71 MP2. RAM - 4 GB. ROM - 64 GB. Software - Android 8.1 Oreo. SIM support - 1 slot: nanoSIM, 2 slot: nanoSIM or memory card. Ports - USB Type-C and TF. Mobile networks: 2G (GSM): 850/900/1800/1900 MHz 3G (WCDMA): 800/850/1900 MHz 4G (FDD-LTE): B1(2100)/B3(1800)/B7(2600). Cameras: Main: 12 MP + 5 MP (Sony IMX363), two-color LED flash Front: 16 MP, LED flash. Sound - Built-in speakers, microphone. Wireless interfaces - Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0, NFC. Expansion slots - MicroSD, support for cards up to 128 GB. Navigation - GPS, A-GPS, GLONAS. Sensors - Event, proximity, lighting indicator, gyroscope, accelerometer, compass. Security - Fingerprint scanner. Battery – Non-removable 5500 mAh. Dimensions - 171.8x13.6x80.8 mm. Weight - 278 g.

3. Rugged modular smartphone DOOGEE S90

This smartphone is interesting primarily for its modularity. There are not many similar offers on the market. You can purchase and connect a walkie-talkie module, a power bank module and a module with a night vision camera to the phone. In addition to all this, the phone boasts the following characteristics: 6.18-inch display with Full HD+ resolution, eight-core MediaTek Helio P60 processor with Mali-G72 MP3 graphics, 6 GB of RAM, 128 GB storage. The S90 also has a dual camera with 16 and 8 megapixel sensors, an 8 megapixel front camera, a 5500 mAh battery with support for fast and wireless charging, a fingerprint scanner, facial recognition and NFC for contactless payment for purchases. The smartphone boasts not only powerful hardware, but also an armored body made of titanium alloy, which makes it durable and light at the same time. In addition, the device is IP68/IP69K certified and can withstand immersion in water to a depth of 1 meter for more than 30 minutes and washing with hot water under high pressure. In general, this smartphone can go through fire and water and copper pipes, and remain absolutely intact.

Another smartphone manufacturer that has also paid attention to the niche of rugged phones is HomTom. And they can offer the following models:

1. Rugged smartphone HOMTOM ZOJI Z8

Smartphone Zoji Z8

Technical characteristics of Zoji Z8: 5-inch HD display covered with tempered glass Corning Gorilla Glass 4; 64-bit quad-core MediaTek MT6750 processor with a frequency of 1.5 GHz; Mali-T860 MP2 graphics accelerator; 4 GB RAM; 64 GB of internal memory; support for microSD memory cards up to 128 GB; 16-megapixel main camera with f/2.0 aperture; 13 megapixel front camera; battery with a capacity of 4,250 mAh; Can be used as an external battery to charge other devices; IP68 protection; Android 7.0 Nougat; Fingerprint's scanner; support for two SIM cards; 4G LTE support; Dimensions: 145.4 x 75 x 10.3 mm. And all this for less than $150.

2. Rugged smartphone Homtom Zoji Z9

Smartphone Zoji Z9

The smartphone has the following characteristics: Dimensions: 163.5 x 79 x 14.5 mm Weight: 180 grams Case materials: metal, glass, plastic, rubber SIM: 2 nano SIM cards Network: GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE (B1/B2/B3/ B4/B5/B7/B8/B12/B17/B19/B20/B34/B38/B39/B40/B41) Display: IPS, 5.7 inches, 1440 x 720 pixels, 281 ppi, Protective glass: Corning Gorilla Glass unknown CPU generation : MediaTek MTK6763T, 8 cores (8×2.0 GHz Cortex-A53) GPU: Mali-G71 MP2 RAM: 6 GB ROM: 64 GB MicroSD slot: yes, up to 256 GB Battery: 5500 mAh OS: Android 8.1 Main cameras: 21 MP + 2 MP Front camera: 13 MP Multimedia speaker: one 3.5mm jack: no Wi-Fi: 802.11 a/b/g/n Bluetooth: 4.2, A2DP, LE Radio: yes Sensors: fingerprint scanner, accelerometer, gyroscope, proximity sensor, electronic compass, light sensor.

All these smartphones can be bought on Aliexpress without any problems. They have a large number of sales, and they all have extensive discussion threads on the 4PDA forum. Of course, there are other manufacturers and other models of secure smartphones on the market. I just talked about those that are well-known and have good reviews. If you asked me which rugged smartphone I would choose, I would probably choose the AGM X3 model. But due to its price, this smartphone is not suitable for everyone. Although, of course, in terms of filling it is the best on the market. So see for yourself. Read the specifications, look at the reviews. My article is primarily informational.

Archos Sense 50X (IP68)

Nice rugged smartphone from Archos. The characteristics, by the way, are at a good level: 5-inch display with Full HD resolution, MediaTek MT6737T processor, 3 GB of RAM and 32 GB of ROM, fingerprint sensor.

But the battery capacity, although quite high, can’t exactly be called a record – “only” 3500 mAh.

Users indicate that NFC is not declared, but it is there. It's better to make sure when purchasing.

Screen diagonal: 5 inches

Screen resolution: 1920×1080

Weight: 223 g

Number of SIM cards: 2

Processor: MediaTek MT6737T

Memory capacity: 32 GB

RAM capacity: 3 GB

Battery capacity: 3500 mAh

Rear camera: 13 MP

Front camera: 8 MP

Memory card support: yes

Support for 4G networks: yes

The best waterproof rugged smartphone of 2021

Smartphone Caterpillar Cat S41

CPU:

MediaTek Helio P20
RAM:
3 GB
Main memory:
32 GB
Screen size:
5 inches
Main camera:
13 MP
Front camera:
8 MP
Battery:
5000 mAh

Another model from the American brand, Cat S41 is designed for outdoor activities and use in extreme conditions. It can be submerged to a depth of 2 meters and dropped onto concrete from a height of 1.5 meters. The smartphone tolerates temperature changes well and can be used in conditions from -25°C to +55°C.

The 5-inch IPS display is protected by durable Corning Gorilla Glass 5, and the screen responds even to the touch of wet hands. The system performance is ensured by the MediaTek Helio P20 processor and 3 GB of RAM; this hardware is enough to work with various applications and undemanding games.

The phone has a built-in FM receiver and MP3 player. The 13 MP camera is equipped with an LED flash, with its help you can capture important moments. One battery charge is enough for 38 hours of talk time and 1056 hours of standby time.

Pros:

Military standard protection
Performance
Connection
Battery
Screen

Minuses:

Software part
Some lags

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Caterpillar Cat S31 (IP68)

Devices from Caterpillar, let’s say, can hardly be called cheap. The Cat S31 model stands out from its competitors due to its considerable cost. However, the brand has many fans.

It uses a 4.7-inch display with a resolution of 1280x720 pixels. The processor is by no means the newest Qualcomm Snapdragon 210, which works together with 2 GB of RAM and 16 GB of internal memory. There is 4G support, but there is no NFC, and there is no fingerprint scanner.

Battery capacity - 4000 mAh.

Screen diagonal: 4.7 inches

Screen resolution: 1280×720

Weight: 200 g

Number of SIM cards: 2

Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 210

Memory capacity: 16 GB

RAM capacity: 2 GB

Battery capacity: 4000 mAh

Rear camera: 8 MP

Front camera: 2 MP

Memory card support: yes

Support for 4G networks: yes

The best shock-resistant mid-range smartphones for 2020

Smartphone Caterpillar Cat S31

CPU:

Qualcomm Snapdragon 210 MSM8909
RAM:
2 GB
Main memory:
16 GB
Screen size:
4.7 inches
Main camera:
8 MP
Front camera:
2 MP
Battery
: 4000 mAh

This model has weak hardware by modern standards, but it can work where any smartphone fails. Cat S31 is resistant to drops, water, high and low temperatures. It has been tested and certified to MIL-STD-810G, and is IP68 certified and can be submerged up to 1.2 meters and dropped onto concrete from a height of 1.8 meters.

The device has a 4.7-inch IPS screen with HD resolution. It is protected from various types of damage by Gorilla Glass 3. If the smartphone detects that your hands are wet, it will automatically switch to a mode that allows you to use the screen even with wet hands or gloves.

It is powered by a Snapdragon 210 processor and has 2GB of RAM, which is enough to run most applications. The model supports 2 SIM cards and can work with 3G and 4G networks. One battery charge is enough for 30 hours of talk time, or 88 hours of standby time.

Pros:

Shockproof housing
MIL-STD-810G standard
Mechanical buttons
Battery

Minuses:

Weak iron
Cameras

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Smartphone AGM A8 64GB

CPU:

Qualcomm Snapdragon 410
RAM:
4 GB
Main memory:
64 GB
Screen size:
5 inches
Main camera:
13 MP
Front camera:
2 MP
Battery:
4050 mAh

The smartphone is protected according to the IP68 standard, it can be immersed to a depth of 1.2 meters for an hour and a half. The model is capable of operating at temperatures from -40° to + 80°, tolerates any climate well and is not afraid of falls onto concrete from a height of 1.5 meters. It runs Android 7.0 right out of the box.

The AGM A8 has a 5-inch display with a resolution of 1280×720 pixels, protected from breakage and scratches by Gorilla Glass 3. The Snapdragon 410 processor and 4 GB of RAM allow you to work comfortably in multitasking mode, the system is well optimized and consumes little energy.

The 13 megapixel main camera has autofocus, and you can take good pictures with it. The 4050 mAh battery will save you from the daily need to charge your smartphone; it can withstand up to 2 days of active use.

Pros:

Water and dust protection
Connection
Battery
Memory

Minuses:

Weak processor
Weight

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Blackview BV7000 Pro (IP68)

Some users say that the BV7000 Pro is small in size. In general, this is true, but only by the standards of secure smartphones.

The display diagonal is 5 inches, resolution is 1920x1080 pixels, processor is MediaTek MT6750, as many as 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of main memory. The battery capacity is 3500 mAh, there is support for fast charging.

There is a fingerprint scanner, as well as a USB Type-C connector.

Screen diagonal: 5 inches

Screen resolution: 1920×1080

Weight: 222 g

Number of SIM cards: 2

Processor: MediaTek MT6750

Memory capacity: 64 GB

RAM capacity: 4 GB

Battery capacity: 3500 mAh

Rear camera: 13 MP

Front camera: 8 MP

Memory card support: yes

Support for 4G networks: yes

The most sophisticated secure smartphones

Moto Z Force

Without exaggeration, we can say that this is the most sophisticated of the robust models. The first prototype (Moto Z) was released in 2015. It was much stronger, but inferior to competitors in performance and shooting quality. The new product improved the “stuffing”, but lost in defense. Therefore, from a security point of view, the simple version is better, but Force is much more interesting in terms of internal configuration.

Read reviews about the Moto Z Force rugged smartphone

Samsung Galaxy S7 Active

Essentially, this is the same standard S7, only with a reinforced body and a stronger battery (4000 mAh), which was the main problem of the phone. The device operates under the IP98 standard. Interestingly, Active is not afraid of exposure to temperatures, dirt and dust, as it meets army requirements.

It is “less well equipped” than the Force, so you shouldn’t throw your smartphone away just like that. In addition, the S7 Active is difficult to buy in Russia; it is sold only in America.

Blackview BV7000 Pro

This is a cool and inexpensive smartphone. For just eleven thousand rubles, the user will receive a metal case, an FHD display, a powerful processor and 4 Gb RAM. Battery capacity – 3500 mAh.

The disadvantages include a not very good camera and lack of support from the manufacturer.

Read reviews about the rugged smartphone Blackview BV7000 Pro

AGM X1

Seemingly unknown manufacturer. Don't be afraid of this. This is a really good smartphone. The advantages include the Snapdragon 617 processor, memory (4GB and 64GB), 5.5-inch display, battery (5400 mAh). Separately, it is worth noting the dual camera (not great, but not bad) and the fingerprint scanner.

Read reviews about the secure smartphone AGM X1

12. Alcatel OneTouch Go Play 7048X

DOOGEE S50 6/64GB (IP68)

Not just a secure smartphone from DOOGEE, but also powerful and equipped with a capacious battery. Let's go in order.

A widescreen display with a diagonal of 5.7 inches is used, the aspect ratio is 18:9. The platform consists of a MediaTek Helio P23 (MT6763T) processor, 6 GB of RAM and 64 GB of ROM. The battery capacity is as much as 5180 mAh. Interestingly, there are dual cameras both front and rear. There is also a full-fledged 3.5 mm headphone jack, which some manufacturers have abandoned.

There is a fingerprint sensor.

Screen diagonal: 5.7 inches

Screen resolution: 1440×720

Weight: 250 g

Number of SIM cards: 2

Processor: MediaTek Helio P23 (MT6763T)

Memory capacity: 64 GB

RAM capacity: 6 GB

Battery capacity: 5180 mAh

Rear camera: dual 16/13 MP

Front camera: dual 16/8 MP

Memory card support: yes

Support for 4G networks: yes

Blackview BV8000 Pro (IP68)

It's funny that the protection standard of this smartphone is indicated right on the front panel at its bottom - IP68. And although the device is not new, it is still very relevant.

The display diagonal is typical for this class of smartphones - 5 inches, resolution - 1920x1080 pixels. The case design is cool, the device looks very stylish.

The BV8000 Pro is powered by a MediaTek Helio P20 (MT6757) processor, it has as much as 6 GB of RAM and 64 GB of ROM. Battery capacity - 4180 mAh. There is support for fast charging, NFC, and a fingerprint sensor.

Screen diagonal: 5 inches

Screen resolution: 1920×1080

Weight: 233 g

Number of SIM cards: 2

Processor: MediaTek Helio P20 (MT6757)

Memory capacity: 64 GB

RAM capacity: 6 GB

Battery capacity: 4180 mAh

Rear camera: 16 MP

Front camera: 8 MP

Memory card support: yes

Support for 4G networks: yes

AGM X2

And here is the best protected smartphone of 2021 - AGM X2, assembled in a shock-resistant case certified according to the US military standard - MIL-STD-810G, made of durable plastic and aluminum alloy, protected from water and dust according to the international standard IP68. The model is equipped with a 5.5-inch AMOLED screen with a resolution of 1920x1080 pixels, protected from damage by scratch-resistant Corning Gorilla Glass 5. Inside, the AGM X2 has an 8-core processor - Qualcomm Snapdragon 652 MSM8976 with an operating frequency of 1.95 GHz, for which is allocated 6 GB of RAM. The main camera of the device is a Sony IMX386 with a resolution of 12 megapixels, dual with a 12 megapixel auxiliary camera, and the quality of photos and videos taken by this photo module, according to reviews from AGM X2 owners, is very good. The owners have the same positive reviews about the front 16 MP selfie camera – Samsung S5K3P3. The smartphone works with two SIM cards, supports high-speed information transfer 4G LTE, has an NFC module and a fingerprint scanner, as well as a fast charging function for a 6000 mAh battery, the charge of which lasts for 4 days or more battery life.

Specifications

OS: Android 7.1.1 Nougat;
Display: AMOLED, 5.5 inches, 1920×1080 pixels;
Cameras: main (dual) - 12+12 MP, front - 16 MP;
Processor: 4-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 652 MSM8976 (1.95 GHz);
Video processor: Qualcomm Adreno 510;
Memory: RAM - 6 GB, built-in - 128 GB, combined slot for memory cards;
Battery: 6000 mAh, Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0 (micro-USB).

pros

Excellent camera, catches the net well, IP68 water protection;
High performance Snapdragon 652, 6 GB RAM and 128 GB ROM;
6000 mAh battery, NFC module and fingerprint scanner.

Minuses

Heavy and thick;
The price is high;

Blackview BV9000 (IP68)

Blackview BV9000 is similar to the BV9000 Pro model, but there are slight differences in the amount of memory: if the Pro version uses 128 GB of ROM and 6 GB of RAM, that is, 64 GB and 4 GB, respectively. That's all the difference, of course, with the exception of the cost of the devices.

Screen diagonal: 5.7 inches

Screen resolution: 1440×720

Weight:253 g

Number of SIM cards: 2

Processor: MediaTek Helio P25 (MT6757T)

Memory capacity: 64 GB

RAM capacity: 4 GB

Battery capacity: 4180 mAh

Rear camera: dual 13/5 MP

Front camera: 8 MP

Memory card support: yes

Support for 4G networks: yes

The best rugged smartphones in the top segment of 2021

Smartphone Caterpillar Cat S61

CPU:

Qualcomm Snapdragon 630
RAM:
4 GB
Main memory:
64 GB
Screen size:
5.2 inches
Main camera:
16 MP
Front camera:
8 MP
Battery
: 4500 mAh

This is a top model from an American manufacturer, the model is protected according to IP68 and MIL-STD-810G standards. The smartphone can easily withstand immersion in water to a depth of 3 meters and drop onto concrete from a height of 1.8 meters. The sensor built into the device will allow you to analyze the air in the rooms where you are.

The system is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 630 processor and 4 GB of RAM. X12 LTE is used as a cellular modem. The 64 GB built-in memory can be expanded via microSD.

The 5.2-inch display has a resolution of 1920x1080 pixels and is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 5. The 4500 mAh battery lasts up to 35 hours of talk time and 888 hours of standby time.

Pros:

Impact resistance
Performance
Battery
MIL-STD-810G
Thermal imager function

Minuses:

No backlight
Few details in the Russian Federation

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Smartphone Blackview BV9600 Pro

CPU:

MediaTek Helio P60
RAM:
6 GB
Main memory:
128 GB
Screen size:
6.21 inches
Main camera:
16 + 8 MP
Front camera:
8 MP
Battery:
5580 mAh

Despite its features, the smartphone has a large 6.21-inch AMOLED display with minimal bezels and a “monobrow”. The front side is protected by impact-resistant glass. The model has received the IP68 standard and can easily withstand falls, immersion in water and dust.

It has a powerful 8-core MediaTek Helio P60 processor, it works with 3 graphics accelerators and 6 GB of RAM. This hardware is enough for any modern tasks, you can even play modern games. The internal memory capacity is 128 GB, but it can be expanded with a card of the same capacity.

Separately, I would like to note the autonomy of this device; the smartphone has a 5580 mAh battery, it is capable of working for 40 hours in talk mode, and up to 10 hours playing heavy games. The USB Type-C connector is used for charging.

Pros:

Shockproof
Screen
Modern design
Performance
Battery

Minuses:

Sound
Charging connector (2-3 mm longer than regular Type-C)

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DOOGEE S60 Lite (IP68)

DOOGEE S60 Lite has a very cool design, it looks truly brutal. In addition, it also received modern hardware such as a 5.2-inch display with Full HD resolution, a MediaTek MT6757CD processor, 4 GB of RAM and 32 GB of internal memory. The battery is powerful - 5580 mAh.

There is a clearly video fingerprint sensor on the back of the case. It also promises support for not only fast, but also wireless charging.

Screen diagonal: 5.2 inches

Screen resolution: 1920×1080

Weight:-

Number of SIM cards: 2

Processor: Mediatek MT6750T

Memory capacity: 32 GB

RAM capacity: 4 GB

Battery capacity: 5580 mAh

Rear camera: 16 MP

Front camera: 8 MP

Memory card support: yes

Support for 4G networks: yes

LG X venture

IP 68 protection;
8-core Snapdragon 635 processor, 1.4 GHz;
RAM 2 GB, main memory – 32 GB;
screen 5.2 inches, 1920*1080;
main camera 16 MP, front camera 5 MP;
battery 4100 mAh;
weight 166 g;
price about 370$.

Large well-known manufacturers very rarely release armored smartphones, but LG decided to correct this unfortunate injustice. Most recently, a device was released that received protection according to the IP68 standard and passed 14 tests according to the American military standard MIL-STD-810G . The smartphone is absolutely dust-resistant, waterproof, can lie for 30 minutes at a depth of 1.5 m, and is not afraid of shocks and falls. Among the interesting features, it is worth noting the Outdoor Essentials toolkit , which will provide active users with maximum convenience and functionality. The set includes a step, calorie and distance counter, compass, load tracker, barometer and weather forecast.

Externally, the smartphone looks solid (the back panel is made of non-slip, wear-resistant plastic), but at the same time remains much more compact than its competitors. The hardware in the device is not bad, the RAM reserve is small, but it will be enough to work with a set of popular applications. The model received a slot for memory cards and a fast charging function. Touch-sensitive sub-screen buttons were abandoned here in favor of physical ones, and this decision can be called successful. The camera allows you to create decent pictures , and even at night their quality is at the same level. The front camera is average. If you are looking for a compact, rugged smartphone and are not chasing top-end hardware, then you will like this device.

Blackview BV6000s (IP68)

The younger version of the BV6000, which received the prefix s in its name. What are the differences between them?

First of all, the camera resolution here is lower, both rear and front. Another important difference is the platform: it uses a MediaTek MT6735 processor, 2 GB of RAM and 32 GB of internal memory. The BV6000 is more powerful, but also more expensive.

Screen diagonal: 4.7 inches

Screen resolution: 1280×720

Weight: 247 g

Number of SIM cards: 2

Processor: MediaTek MT6735

Memory capacity: 16 GB

RAM capacity: 2 GB

Battery capacity: 4500 mAh

Rear camera: 8 MP

Front camera: 2 MP

Memory card support: yes

Support for 4G networks: yes

Caterpillar Cat S30 (IP68)

One might say, a budget rugged smartphone from Caterpillar. Surely it will appeal to those who want to purchase a smartphone from this well-known company, but do not want to spend a lot.

Cat S30 received a 4.5-inch display with a resolution of 854x480 pixels, two simple cameras, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 210 processor, 1 GB of RAM and 8 GB of ROM. The battery capacity can hardly be called a record - 3000 mAh, but the device performed well in terms of battery life - this is due to the low-power “filling” and the small display.

Screen diagonal: 4.5 inches

Screen resolution: 854×480

Weight: 181 g

Number of SIM cards: 1

Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 210

Memory capacity: 8 GB

RAM capacity: 1 GB

Battery capacity: 3000 mAh

Rear camera: 5 MP

Front camera: 2 MP

Memory card support: yes

Support for 4G networks: yes

Prestigio Muze G7 LTE (IP68)

Inexpensive rugged smartphone from Prestigio. Judging by the inscription on the back cover, it received protection against water and dust according to the IP68 standard.

It uses a 5-inch display with HD resolution, a MediaTek MT6737 processor, 2 GB of RAM and 16 GB of ROM, and a 4000 mAh battery. There are no functions such as NFC or a fingerprint scanner, but the price is appropriate.

Screen diagonal: 5 inches

Screen resolution: 1280×720

Weight: 210 g

Number of SIM cards: 2

Processor: MediaTek MT6737

Memory capacity: 16 GB

RAM capacity: 2 GB

Battery capacity: 4000 mAh

Rear camera: 13 MP

Front camera: 2 MP

Memory card support: yes

Support for 4G networks: yes

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Smartphone Ginzzu RS9602

CPU:

MediaTek MT6739
RAM:
2 GB
Main memory:
16 GB
Screen size:
5.7 inches
Main camera:
8 MP
Front camera:
8 MP
Battery:
5000 mAh

The budget model is a shockproof and waterproof smartphone from Ginzzu. The device body can easily withstand accidental drops. Out of the box, the model runs on the Android 8.1 OREO operating system; it is well optimized and can please you with the fast operation of the system. In addition, Ginzzu RS9602 has been certified by Google, which guarantees stable support for the company's applications.

The smartphone is equipped with a 5.7-inch HD+ display with an aspect ratio of 18:9. It is protected by Corning Gorilla 3 glass. The main camera received a sensor from SONY, and for its parameters it takes pretty cool photos. There is a fingerprint scanner on the back of the case, which allows you to quickly unlock the device with one touch.

The MediaTek MT6739 processor and 2 GB of RAM will allow you to comfortably work with undemanding applications. The model is equipped with an NFC module, so it can easily be used even in urban areas. One battery charge will last for several days of use.

Pros:

Waterproof
Satellite navigation
Impact resistance
NFC
Fingerprint scanner

Minuses:

Performance
Weight

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Smartphone Blackview BV8000 Pro

CPU:

MediaTek MT6739
RAM:
6 GB
Main memory:
64 GB
Screen size:
5 inches
Main camera:
16 MP
Front camera:
8 MP
Battery:
4180 mAh

A budget smartphone with protection from falls and moisture, it has powerful hardware and a low cost. The model is protected according to the IP68 standard, so you don’t have to worry about getting into water or dust. It does not have plugs, but it is not afraid of dirt.

Blackview BV8000 Pro has a 5-inch display with a resolution of 1920x1080 pixels, it is protected by tempered Corning Gorilla Glass 3. It has a rare IGZO matrix, its quality is superior to IPS and has incredible viewing angles.

The MediaTek MT6739 processor and 6 GB of RAM are responsible for the speed; you can easily work with several tasks at the same time. The cameras take good pictures. The 4180 mAh battery provides up to several days of battery life.

Pros:

Impact resistance
Connection
Sound
RAM
Fast charging support

Minuses:

Heats up in the heat
Charging wire

Review of the Blackview BV8000 Pro smartphone

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