realme 9 Pro+vsUlefone Power Armor 19T

realme 9 Pro+

Ulefone Power Armor 19T

realme 9 Pro+

The Realme 9 Pro is the latest mid-ranger from the brand, serving as a successor to the Realme 8s 5G. It boasts a larger screen, bigger battery, and new chipset, but falls short in its camera setup compared to its sibling, the Realme 9 Pro+. Design-wise, the phone has an identical design to its predecessor with a distinctive camera island, available in Midnight Black or Sunrise Blue variants. The glossy back catches fingerprints easily, but the flat sides make it feel sharp along the edges. The display is a 6.6-inch IPS LCD panel with a 120Hz refresh rate, which is a step up from the 90Hz OLED panel on the Pro+. However, gaming performance was disappointing, stuck at 60Hz despite efforts to increase it. Battery life is excellent, lasting 134 hours on our tests, thanks to its 5000mAh capacity and 33W charger. The phone's new Snapdragon 695 5G chipset handles day-to-day tasks well but stumbles with games. The camera setup, although improved from the Realme 8s 5G, still disappoints in terms of color accuracy and noise levels, particularly in low-light conditions. Selfies are also underwhelming. Overall, the Realme 9 Pro is a solid mid-ranger with a great display, fast charging, and up-to-date software. While it may not be the best value on the market, it's still a recommended choice for those seeking a 5G-capable device.

Ulefone Power Armor 19T

The Ulefone Power Armor 19T is a rugged smartphone that packs a punch in terms of features. As a user who has been testing various rugged phones for the past two years, I was impressed by its value for money and comprehensive set of features. Design-wise, the phone boasts a premium design with a metal frame and polycarbonate back, making it feel sturdy and solid in hand. The camera block is protected by a protruding bumper, which adds to the phone's ruggedness. The left side has a customizable button, while the right side features volume rockers and power buttons. The phone comes with an impressive 108MP main sensor, making it one of the best rugged smartphones for camera performance. The thermal imaging feature is also a standout, allowing users to take temperature readings and view heat maps. Under the hood, the Mediatek Helio G99 SOC delivers smooth performance, even when playing resource-intensive games. The phone's 6.58-inch IPS LCD panel offers good color accuracy, with vivid colors and dark blacks. The battery life is also impressive, with a 9600mAh battery that can be charged at 66 watts. Wireless charging is supported, as well as reverse wireless charging. Overall, the Ulefone Power Armor 19T is an excellent choice for those seeking a rugged smartphone with good performance, camera capabilities, and long battery life. Its comprehensive feature set and value for money make it a great option in this category.