Honor X40ivsUlefone Armor 21

We compare these two popular phones to help you decide which one fits your needs and budget better.

Honor
Honor X40i
X40i
Processor:MediaTek Dimensity 700 (MT6833)
RAM:8GB
Storage:128GB

Quick Stats

The Honor X40i's impressive 11 hour battery life, with smart charging, is its standout feature overall.
The Honor X40i's standout feature is its impressive display, offering a smooth and immersive visual experience overall.
The Honor X40i's camera delivers impressive results with vibrant colors and excellent contrast in various lighting conditions consistently.
The Honor X40i excels with impressive performance, handling demanding tasks and gaming with ease smoothly.
Ulefone
Ulefone Armor 21
Armor 21
Processor:MediaTek Helio G99 (MT6789)
RAM:8GB
Storage:256GB

Quick Stats

The most significant takeaway is the impressive battery life of the Ulefone Armor 21, lasting a full day easily.
The Ulefone Armor 21's display offers decent performance and smoothness, but with some limitations in bright sunlight.
The Ulefone Armor 21's camera delivers excellent results with crisp images and good low-light performance capabilities overall.
The Ulefone Armor 21 delivers a smooth and seamless user experience with impressive benchmark scores and robust gaming capabilities.
Key Differences

Processor Speed

Tie
Honor X40i
2.20 GHz
Ulefone Armor 21
2.20 GHz

RAM

Tie
Honor X40i
8GB
Ulefone Armor 21
8GB

Storage

Winner
Honor X40i
128GB
Ulefone Armor 21
256GB

Weight

Winner
Honor X40i
175g
Ulefone Armor 21
400g
Rank
Honor X40i
#643
Ulefone Armor 21
Winner
#605
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Honor X40i
#458
Winner
Ulefone Armor 21
#644
Design
Honor X40i
#212
Winner
Ulefone Armor 21
#364
Display
Honor X40i
#720
Ulefone Armor 21
#487
Winner
Performance
Honor X40i
#616
Ulefone Armor 21
#510
Winner
Battery
Honor X40i
#420
Ulefone Armor 21
#312
Winner
Camera
Honor X40i
#717
Winner
Ulefone Armor 21
#790
item_phones_categoryId
Honor X40i
#1
Tie
Ulefone Armor 21
#1
Tie

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Honor Honor X40i
Ulefone Ulefone Armor 21
Model
MediaTek Dimensity 700 (MT6833)
MediaTek Helio G99 (MT6789)
CPU
4x Cortex, A76 2.2 GHz + 4x Cortex, A55 2.0 GHz
2x Cortex, A76 2.2 GHz + 6x Cortex, A55 2.0 GHz
Type
Octa-Core
Octa-Core
Nanometer
7
6
Frequency
2.20
2.20
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
Arm Mali-G57 MC2
Mali-G57 MC2
RAM
8
8
Type
LPDDR4X RAM
LPDDR4X RAM
Capacity
128
256
Type
N/A
UFS Storage 2.1
SD slot
No
N/A
Fingerprint security
Yes, on the side
Yes, on the side
Fingerprint sensor
Yes
Yes
Proximity sensor
Yes
Yes
Light sensor
Yes
Yes
Accelerometer sensor
Yes
Yes
Compass sensor
Yes
Yes
Gyroscope sensor
N/A
Yes
Barometer sensor
N/A
Yes
Gravity sensor
Yes
Yes
Geomagnetic sensor
N/A
Yes
Audio
N/A
N/A
Antutu Score
389300
411900
Antutu Version
Antutu v10
Antutu v10
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 67% of devices
Overall performance better than 70% of devices
Cooling system
No
No
Gaming buttons
No
No
Extras
N/A
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Honor X40i

Strengths

The Honor X40i has a stunning appearance with a thin and light body, an ultra-narrow bezel, and a unique interlocking ring design.
The phone's Rose Galaxy color scheme is very interesting, with thousands of interlaced small rhombuses that exude a different kind of beauty.
The Honor X40i features a 6.7-inch large screen with a strong visual impact, an ultra-high screen-to-body ratio, and a 90Hz high refresh rate.
The phone's camera performance is remarkable, with excellent daytime photos, super night scene mode, and intelligent optimization.
The Honor X40i has a powerful Dimensity 700 processor, 8GB of RAM, and supports Smart RAM expansion, ensuring smooth performance for mobile games.
The phone's battery life performance is quite surprising, lasting up to 11 hours and 20 minutes with online video playback at 50% brightness.
The Honor X40i supports fast charging (40W) and has a smart charging mode that learns your usage habits to save energy.
The starting price of the Honor X40i is very competitive at $225, making it worth the money for those who value a thin and light phone.

Weaknesses

One major drawback of the Honor X40i is its limited storage capacity of up to 256GB, which may not be sufficient for users with large storage needs.
The camera performance, while good, is not exceptional, and some users may find it lacking in certain situations, such as low light conditions.
Some users may find the phone's bezels to be too thin, making them feel more like a notch than a true edge-to-edge screen.
The Honor X40i's battery capacity of 4000mAh may not be sufficient for heavy users or those who engage in resource-intensive activities for extended periods.
While the phone supports fast charging, the actual charging speed is relatively slow at around an hour to fully charge the device.
Some users may find the smart charging mode to be a bit too aggressive, prioritizing efficiency over full battery charge before bedtime.

Ulefone Armor 21

Strengths

The Ulefone Armor 21 comes with a lot of charging protocols, making it quick to charge almost all phones.
It has a large speaker with RGB light ring that lights up when music is playing, producing big sounds and good sound quality.
The phone's design is rugged and protective, with IP69K/IP68 waterproof and dustproof capabilities, making it suitable for extreme environments.
The Ulefone Armor 21 has a powerful Helio G99 processor, a relatively large battery (9,600mAh), and a high-refresh-rate screen (up to 120Hz).
It comes with several accessories, including a phone case, desk charging dock, phone mount, microscope camera, endoscope camera, and more.
The Armor 21 has two rear cameras, a 64MP main camera, and a 24MP night vision camera, producing great image quality most of the time.
It's a great all-around device that can take good pictures, browse websites smoothly, play casual games, and connect to various cameras for better functionality.

Weaknesses

The performance of the Ulefone Armor 21 might be one of its few weaknesses, although the author believes it will have a great price.
Not much information is provided about the phone's price or value compared to other devices in its class.
Read Full Reviews

Honor X40i

The Honor X40i has reached new heights in terms of appearance, boasting a sleek and fashionable design with a thin and light body, ultra-narrow bezels, and a high screen-to-body ratio. The phone's 6.7-inch large screen supports a 90Hz high refresh rate and features a self-developed screen by screen color temperature calibration technology. The camera setup includes a 50-megapixel main camera with super night scene mode, portrait mode, and large aperture mode. Under the hood, the Honor X40i is powered by a Dimensity 700 processor, paired with 8GB of RAM and GPU Turbo X technology. This combination provides a smooth gaming experience and stable performance. The phone also features 5G Smart RAM expansion, allowing users to expand their RAM up to 13GB. The Honor X40i's Magic UI 6.1 system offers a user-friendly interface and enhanced security features, including anti-fraud detection and anti-lost mode. The phone also supports 40W wired fast charging and smart charging mode, which learns the user's usage habits to optimize battery life. In terms of battery life, the Honor X40i has performed well in our tests, lasting 11 hours and 20 minutes with moderate use. The phone's 4000mAh battery is a bit small, but its efficient design and software optimizations make up for it. Overall, the Honor X40i offers an impressive combination of performance, features, and style at an attractive price point of $225.

Ulefone Armor 21

The Ulefone Armor 21 is a powerhouse of a phone that exceeds expectations in every department. Its rugged design, wrapped in rubber and reinforced with metal, makes it an ideal choice for those who engage in outdoor activities or work in harsh environments. The phone's IP69K rating ensures it can withstand dust and water, making it perfect for use in extreme conditions. One of the standout features of the Armor 21 is its impressive speaker system, which produces big sounds with excellent quality. The phone also boasts a large screen with up to 120Hz refresh rate, making browsing websites and playing casual games a smooth experience. The camera setup includes a 64MP primary sensor and a 24MP night vision camera, producing great image quality, especially in well-lit conditions. The Armor 21's performance is powered by the Helio G99 processor, which delivers an average score of 360,000 points on benchmark tests. While gaming performance may not be top-notch, it still allows for smooth gameplay with lower graphics settings. The phone's battery life is also impressive, with a large capacity of 9,600mAh. In addition to its impressive specs, the Armor 21 comes with a range of accessories, including a hard PC case, a desk charging dock, and two specialized lenses for microscopy and endoscopy. These features make it an ideal choice for outdoor enthusiasts who need a phone that can double as a repair tool in various situations. Overall, the Ulefone Armor 21 is an excellent choice for those seeking a rugged phone that excels in every department. While its performance may not be exceptional, its numerous other features and durability make it a great value for money.

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