TechRadar Verdict
Borderline impractical, the Armor 24 does have a massive battery and stadium-level illumination.
But the best selling point of this gear is that the specification is great for the modest asking price.
That said, what has changed utterly alters who will likely be interested in this phone.
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And, at nearly 650g, it requires a huge pocket.
Considering the capabilities of this machine, the value here is tremendous.
The construction combines aluminium and glass-reinforced polycarbonate, making it feel almost invulnerable.
Initially, we assumed this was for a vehicle mount.
Below the camera cluster is an LED array for general illumination.
According to Ulefone, the LED light has 510 elements in a chevron arrangement of approximately 30mm x 58mm.
Those numbers would suggest an array of thirty rows by seventeen columns, and we counted that many.
Set at full brightness, this panel can output 1000 lumens, allegedly, and it is exceptionally bright.
Is this a new version of the G96?
Where the camera is disappointing is not in the sensors but in the limitations applied by the camera app.
The best video resolution is only 2K when the IMX686 sensor is rated for4K@60k by Sony.
Its a better sensor with improved low-light sensitivity for those who like to spend time video conferencing.
Basic maths would suggest that it should last even longer, but there are many factors at play.
Turning the brightness of the screen down, and avoid using the big light.
What isnt covered in these benchmarks is how rapidly the phone can recharge using the included 66W charger.
However, it can get a full charge in as little as 130 minutes, according to Ulefone.
What the Armor 24 offers isnt exceptional performance, but it’s good enough for most applications.
The only place it stands out is battery life, which has a weight penalty.
Should I buy a Ulefone Armor 24?
While wed avoid underwater photography, this is a highly resilient design.
Being able to use it to charge other devices makes the Armor 24 a highly flexible option.
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Depending on where you are regionally, this is either no problem at all or a bigger issue.
If you want to capture 4K video, then this isn’t for you.
But the still image capture is good.
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But with a price tag of $400, this is also a more expensive option.
Read ourDoogee S100 Pro reviewfor more information.
But it is lighter by 100g or more, for only a few dollars more than the Armor 24.
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Read ourUniHertz Tank reviewfor more information.
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