The Ulefone Armor X3 is a budget-focused device, powered by the Mediatek MT6580 (28 nm), built for basic everyday tasks, with a 5,000 mAh battery for solid all-day use (2019).
2019 · Lower-mid-range · Android 9.0 (Pie)
Overall
A+
Performance
A
Display
A+
Battery
A+
Camera
B+
Charging
C
Software
A+
ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Budget), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size5.5" · 158 x 77.5 x 13.9 mm (6.22 x 3.05 x 0.55 in)
ChipsetMediatek MT6580 (28 nm)
RAM2GB
Storage32GB
Main Camera8 MP · Dual-LED flash
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓Long 5,000 mAh battery, easily lasts a full day
✓5.5" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Basic Mediatek MT6580 (28 nm) for simple tasks only
✗Only 2GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
✗8 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
✗Heavy at 235g — noticeable in pocket over long periods
⚠️ Not ideal for
GamingMultitaskingMultitaskingPhotography
ℹ️ Overview
Status
Discontinued
Announced
2019, July. Released 2019, July
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT6580 (28 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7
GPU
Mali-400
OS
Android 9.0 (Pie)
RAM
2GB
Apps may reload frequently
Storage
32GB
Memory Card
microSDXC
💻 Display
Size
5.5"
Resolution
720×1440
Sharpness
293 ppi
Adequate sharpness for daily use
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
8 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
Main Video
1080p@30fps
Main Camera Features
Dual-LED flash
Selfie
5 MP
Selfie Video
720p@30fps
🔋 Battery
Capacity
5,000 mAh
Solid day-to-day battery life
Type
Li-Po 5000 mAh
Charging
10W wired
📱 Design & Build
Weight
235g
On the heavier side — noticeable in pocket
Dimensions
158 x 77.5 x 13.9 mm (6.22 x 3.05 x 0.55 in)
SIM
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Colors
Black, Red, Silver
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
📶 Network
Technology
GSM / HSPA
Speed
HSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth
4.0, A2DP
NFC
No
GPS
GPS
USB
microUSB 2.0
🔊 Sound
3.5mm Jack
Yes
Loudspeaker
Yes
Radio
Stereo FM radio, RDS, recording
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the Ulefone Armor X3 does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA.
No, the Ulefone Armor X3 does not have NFC.
No, the Ulefone Armor X3 charges via cable only — no wireless charging.
Yes, up to 10W (10W wired).
The Ulefone Armor X3 is rated IP68 — IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) Drop resistant up to 1.2m MIL-STD-810G compliant.
Yes, the Ulefone Armor X3 supports microSDXC expandable storage.
The Ulefone Armor X3 SIM configuration: Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM.
Yes, the Ulefone Armor X3 has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The Ulefone Armor X3 ships with Android 9.0 (Pie).
