Design:
| water resistance |
Waterproof |
| weight |
395.4 g |
| thickness |
18 mm |
| width |
83.4 mm |
| height |
173.8 mm |
| volume |
260.90856 cm³ |
| Ingress Protection (IP) rating |
IP69 |
| waterproof depth rating |
2 m |
| has a rugged build |
✕ |
| can be folded |
✕ |
The Ulefone Armor X16 features a robust design with a waterproof build, boasting an IP69 rating for protection against dust and water. The device measures 173.8 mm in height, 83.4 mm in width, and has a thickness of 18 mm, weighing 395.4 g. Its design is not rugged in the sense of reinforced edges, but it can withstand being submerged up to a depth of 2 meters. With a total volume of 260.91 cm³, the device does not support folding functionality.
Display:
| Display type |
LCD, IPS |
| screen size |
5.56" |
| pixel density |
318 ppi |
| resolution |
720 x 1612 px |
| refresh rate |
120Hz |
| has branded damage-resistant glass |
✓ |
| Gorilla Glass version |
Gorilla Glass 5 |
| supports HDR10 |
✕ |
| supports HDR10+ |
✕ |
| Always-On Display |
✕ |
| supports Dolby Vision |
✕ |
| Has a secondary screen |
✕ |
| has a touch screen |
✓ |
The Ulefone Armor X16 features a 5.56″ LCD, IPS display with a resolution of 720 x 1612 px, delivering a pixel density of 318 ppi. The screen is protected by Gorilla Glass 5, offering durability against scratches and drops. With a 120Hz refresh rate, it ensures smooth touch interactions, though it does not support HDR10, HDR10+, or an Always-On display.
Performance:
| internal storage |
128GB |
| RAM |
6GB |
| Chipset (SoC) name |
MediaTek Helio G91 |
| GPU name |
Mali G52 MC2 |
| CPU speed |
2 x 2 & 6 x 1.8 GHz |
| Geekbench 6 result (multi) |
1262 |
| Geekbench 6 result (single) |
425 |
| GPU clock speed |
850 MHz |
| Has integrated LTE |
✓ |
| RAM speed |
1800 MHz |
| semiconductor size |
12 nm |
| Supports 64-bit |
✓ |
| DirectX version |
DirectX 12 |
| Has integrated graphics |
✓ |
| OpenGL ES version |
3.2 |
| Uses big.LITTLE technology |
✓ |
| CPU threads |
8 threads |
| Uses HMP |
✓ |
| Has TrustZone |
✓ |
| maximum memory bandwidth |
13.41 GB/s |
| OpenCL version |
2 |
| memory channels |
2 |
| eMMC version |
5.1 |
| maximum memory amount |
8GB |
| GPU turbo |
1000 MHz |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) |
5W |
| DDR memory version |
4 |
The Ulefone Armor X16 is powered by the MediaTek Helio G91 chipset, paired with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. The device supports 64-bit processing and runs on DirectX 12, with integrated graphics through the Mali G52 MC2 GPU. With a CPU clock speed of 2 x 2 GHz and 6 x 1.8 GHz, it offers an efficient multi-core performance. The system also features a memory bandwidth of 13.41 GB/s and supports GPU Turbo for improved graphical performance.
Cameras:
| megapixels (main camera) |
48 & 20 & 2 MP |
| wide aperture (main camera) |
1.8 & 1.8 & 2.2f |
| Has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) main camera |
✓ |
| megapixels (front camera) |
16MP |
| has built-in optical image stabilization |
✕ |
| video recording (main camera) |
1080 x 30 fps |
| Has a dual-tone LED flash |
✕ |
| number of flash LEDs |
1 |
| has a BSI sensor |
✕ |
| has a CMOS sensor |
✓ |
| has continuous autofocus when recording movies |
✓ |
| Has phase-detection autofocus for photos |
✓ |
| supports slow-motion video recording |
✓ |
| has a built-in HDR mode |
✓ |
| has manual exposure |
✓ |
| has a flash |
✓ |
| optical zoom |
0x |
| has manual ISO |
✓ |
| has a serial shot mode |
✓ |
| has manual focus |
✓ |
| has a front camera |
✓ |
| Has laser autofocus |
✕ |
| Shoots 360° panorama |
✕ |
| has manual white balance |
✓ |
| shoots raw |
✕ |
| has touch autofocus |
✓ |
| has manual shutter speed |
✕ |
| can create panoramas in-camera |
✓ |
| wide aperture (front camera) |
2.3f |
| Has a front-facing LED flash |
✕ |
| has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) front camera |
✕ |
| supports HDR10 recording |
✕ |
| supports Dolby Vision recording |
✕ |
| has a front-facing camera under the display |
✕ |
| Has a RGB LED flash |
✕ |
| has 3D photo/video recording capabilities |
✕ |
The Ulefone Armor X16 features a versatile triple-camera setup with a 48MP main sensor, a 20MP secondary camera, and a 2MP additional lens, all equipped with wide apertures of 1.8f for the first two and 2.2f for the third. It supports phase-detection autofocus for clear photo capture and offers various creative modes, including manual exposure, ISO, and focus adjustments. For video, it records at 1080p 30fps and supports slow-motion capture. The front camera provides 16MP quality with a wide 2.3f aperture, but lacks a flash or dual-lens setup.
Operating system:
| Android version |
Android 15 |
| has clipboard warnings |
✓ |
| has location privacy options |
✓ |
| has camera/microphone privacy options |
✓ |
| has Mail Privacy Protection |
✕ |
| has theme customization |
✓ |
| can block app tracking |
✓ |
| blocks cross-site tracking |
✕ |
| has on-device machine learning |
✓ |
| has notification permissions |
✓ |
| has media picker |
✓ |
| Can play games while they download |
✓ |
| has dark mode |
✓ |
| has Wi-Fi password sharing |
✕ |
| has battery health check |
✓ |
| has an extra dim mode |
✓ |
| has focus modes |
✕ |
| has dynamic theming |
✓ |
| can offload apps |
✓ |
| Has customizable notifications |
✓ |
| has Live Text |
✓ |
| has full-page screenshots |
✓ |
| supports split screen |
✓ |
| gets direct OS updates |
✕ |
| has PiP |
✓ |
| Can be used as a PC |
✕ |
| Has sharing intents |
✓ |
| has a child lock |
✓ |
| Supports widgets |
✓ |
| Is free and open source |
✓ |
| Has offline voice recognition |
✓ |
| has voice commands |
✓ |
| Tracks the current position of a mobile device |
✓ |
| is a multi-user system |
✓ |
| has Quick Start |
✕ |
The Ulefone Armor X16 runs on Android 15 and offers several privacy and customization features. It includes options like location privacy, camera/microphone access controls, and clipboard warnings for added security. The device supports features such as theme customization, dark mode, and multi-user systems. Additionally, users can benefit from advanced capabilities like split-screen multitasking, PiP (Picture-in-Picture), and offline voice recognition. However, it does not support Mail Privacy Protection or Wi-Fi password sharing.
Battery:
| battery power |
10360 mAh |
| has wireless charging |
✕ |
| Supports fast charging |
✓ |
| charging speed |
33W |
| has reverse wireless charging |
✕ |
| comes with a charger |
✓ |
| has a removable battery |
✕ |
| has a battery level indicator |
✓ |
| has a rechargeable battery |
✓ |
The Ulefone Armor X16 is equipped with a large 10360 mAh battery, providing extended usage. It supports fast charging at 33W, although it lacks wireless charging and reverse wireless charging capabilities. The device comes with a charger, features a battery level indicator, and has a rechargeable battery. However, the battery is not removable.
Audio:
| has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack |
✓ |
| has stereo speakers |
✕ |
| has aptX |
✕ |
| has LDAC |
✕ |
| has aptX HD |
✕ |
| has aptX Adaptive |
✕ |
| has aptX Lossless |
✕ |
| Has a radio |
✓ |
The Ulefone Armor X16 offers a 3.5 mm audio jack for traditional wired audio connections and includes a built-in radio. However, it does not feature stereo speakers or support advanced Bluetooth audio technologies like aptX, LDAC, or aptX HD.
Connectivity & Features:
| release date |
July 2025 |
| has 5G support |
✕ |
| Wi-Fi version |
Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| SIM cards |
2 SIM |
| Bluetooth version |
5 |
| has an external memory slot |
✓ |
| Has USB Type-C |
✓ |
| USB version |
2 |
| has NFC |
✓ |
| download speed |
300 MBits/s |
| upload speed |
100 MBits/s |
| Has a fingerprint scanner |
✓ |
| has emergency SOS via satellite |
✕ |
| has crash detection |
✕ |
| is DLNA-certified |
✕ |
| has a gyroscope |
✓ |
| supports ANT+ |
✕ |
| Has a heart rate monitor |
✕ |
| has GPS |
✓ |
| has a compass |
✓ |
| supports Wi-Fi |
✓ |
| Has an infrared sensor |
✓ |
| has an accelerometer |
✓ |
| has a cellular module |
✓ |
| Has a barometer |
✕ |
| has an HDMI output |
✕ |
| Uses 3D facial recognition |
✕ |
| Has an iris scanner |
✕ |
| Stylus included |
✕ |
| supports Galileo |
✓ |
| Has motion tracking |
✕ |
| Has optical tracking |
✕ |
| Has a built-in projector |
✕ |
The device supports Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) and Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), and features Bluetooth 5 for reliable wireless connectivity. It also includes an external memory slot for expandable storage, USB Type-C for fast data transfer, and NFC for convenient contactless transactions. For security, it has a fingerprint scanner, and it is equipped with GPS, a compass, and a gyroscope for accurate navigation and motion detection.
Miscellaneous:
| has a video light |
✓ |
| Has sapphire glass display |
✕ |
| Has a curved display |
✕ |
| Has an e-paper display |
✕ |
This device is equipped with a video light for enhanced video recording, ensuring better lighting in low-light conditions. However, it does not feature a sapphire glass display, a curved display, or an e-paper display.