Best Smartphones for Military Personnel

The Oukitel WP39 smartphone is one of the representatives of "rugged" gadgets, so it easily copes with unpredictable and even extreme operating conditions. The MIL-STD-810 standard case is protected from most threats that can occur in outdoor conditions (sand, dirt, moisture, dust), withstands significant temperature changes, and the impact of hot or cold water flow under pressure (IP69). The model is focused on camping conditions, military field camps, conducting tactical and rescue operations, tourism, extreme sports, and recreation. The presence of a night vision module provides an additional advantage without using a flashlight and other external lighting, facilitating photo hunting, surveillance, and data collection. Macro lens captures the tiniest details of objects, diagrams, plans, watermarks, faded time marks on the map. Information is displayed on a large IPS screen with optimal color rendering and resolution. Gorilla Glass v5 provides additional protection against impacts and falls.

The smartphone is equipped with rather modest "innards", which will not ensure smooth gaming, but will easily handle all standard tasks. 6 GB of RAM is expanded by virtualization to 24 GB, ensuring stable retention of several running processes in memory for quick switching between them. It is worth noting the impressive 11000 mAh battery, enough for regular communication for several days (75 hours of calls). This result is possible thanks to the use of the modern optimized Android 14 OS and an energy-efficient processor. The phone supports the 5G standard, which implies more reliable and secure communication with minimized radio frequency interference, especially relevant in a large city scale. Additional bonuses include a fingerprint scanner, NFC contactless payment.

The Oukitel WP22 smartphone is a true power bank with the function of reverse charging devices and is without exaggeration considered one of the most autonomous gadgets. The built-in battery with a capacity of 10000 mAh withstands up to 75 hours of talk time in conversation mode, allowing you to always stay connected, regardless of location, but results in a heavy weight (399 g). The phone will be a find for tourists, builders, farmers, military personnel, and those leading an active lifestyle. One of the features is total protection according to three standards at once (IP68, MIL-STD-810, IP69K), so prolonged presence in dirt, water, rain, or dusty environments will not affect functionality. The combined plastic and rubberized insert housing withstands bumps and falls well. The phone boasts a thoughtful navigation system, regardless of the country location, suitable for frequent business trips around the world.

The Oukitel WP22 is equipped with a progressive additional 20 MP lens with night vision support. The built-in infrared sensor simplifies certain tasks in complete darkness: exploring caves, hidden navigation, shooting wildlife leading a nocturnal lifestyle. The main camera module from Sony at 48 MP shoots video in 4K quality. The main highlight of the smartphone is a large speaker with a 125 dB sound pressure level built-in on the back, and everyone around will definitely hear it. There is no longer a need to connect portable speakers via Bluetooth. The large volume reserve allows you to hear the interlocutor in the noisiest places, so the speaker can act as a walkie-talkie for collective communication.

The side programmable button can perform 3 functions depending on the press type (single, double, hold). As a drawback, it is worth noting the absence of quick charging, which is strange for such a capacious battery, as the process will be very lengthy.

The UleFone Armor 17 Pro military-grade smartphone easily handles harsh field trials, tourist hikes, extreme walks, accompanied by dirt, dust, moisture, immersion in water, blows, vibrations, and temperature changes. It implements all modern standards of protection — IP68 / IP69K and MIL-STD-810G. Special attention deserves the display, which received a 120 Hz refresh rate and reliable Gorilla Glass 5.

The triple main camera module allows you to take high-quality photos and videos day and night. The main lens from Samsung at 108 MP uses combined (9 in 1) super pixels, as well as ISOCELL Plus and Smart-ISO technologies. The user does not need to think about the settings, the system itself will select the optimal parameters for photo and video shooting. Two IR sensors work in tandem with an additional lens for implementing the night vision function. It is possible to collect information about objects, track their movement in complete darkness, without revealing your location.

Regardless of the scope of application, UleFone Armor 17 Pro allows you to successfully combine work and entertainment thanks to the Helio G99 processor. It is, of course, not the top, but for a rugged smartphone in the mid-price range, it is a very decent solution. 8 GB of RAM can be expanded with virtualization up to 13 GB to improve performance for complex tasks.

The manufacturer has found the optimal balance between autonomy and compactness, so the gadget weighs only 290 g with a battery capacity of 5380 mAh. This is enough for conversations for 29 hours. The indicator is not the highest, but it is fully compensated by a standard 66 W adapter, which charges the battery up to 90% in 30 minutes. Wireless energy replenishment and reverse charging of compatible gadgets are also supported.

The Blackview BV8900 smartphone copes with loads underwater, on land, and in the air thanks to comprehensive protection. This orientates it for use in the military, tourism sector, as well as extreme sports. Thanks to standards MIL-STD-810H, IP68, and IP69K, the phone is not afraid of sand, dirt, submersion in water, pressure drops, high temperatures, impacts, so it is ready for travel to the "hottest" points of the world and performing any tasks. The screen is protected by Gorilla Victus glass with increased scratch resistance and is highly sensitive, so the gadget can be operated with gloves. The customizable button on the side panel provides quick access to popular features without the need to unlock the screen.

The thermal imaging camera from FLIR, although not the most advanced, will definitely help in many situations. It can determine the location of a person or animal at a distance of about 100 meters, find vulnerable spots in a house's thermal insulation, potentially dangerous nodes in wiring, electrical equipment. 4x zoom and the ability to configure the temperature regime in the range from -10 to +140 degrees Celsius are available. The main camera from Samsung at 64 MP with an aperture of f/1.8 is complemented by ISOCELL Plus and Smart-ISO technologies. This allows for high-quality images with enhanced color and detail even in low light conditions. Optical stabilization (OIS) and the Anti-shake function help deal with vibrations, hand shaking, and recording while moving. Supports filming in 4K and HDR.

The Blackview BV8900 received a capacious solid-state battery of 10000 mAh that will provide functionality in the field for several days. It better copes with critical temperatures, not losing effectiveness in the cold down to -30 degrees Celsius. Moreover, accelerated reverse charging will allow "reviving" other gadgets — smartwatches, TWS headphones, flashlights. However, such advantages lead to excessive size and weight (398 g). The smartphone comes with a powerful 33 W power adapter that can quickly replenish energy if necessary — up to 50% in 71 minutes. An intelligent protection system monitors the process, ensuring complete safety.

The Doogee S200 smartphone helps solve a variety of tasks at different levels in home and street conditions effectively. The body is made of plastic and aerospace-grade aluminum, so it meets IP68/IP69K and MIL-STD-810H standards. It is not afraid of impacts, falls, immersion in water, dirt, sand, and critical temperatures (from -30 °C to +70 °C), ensuring functionality in the most unpredictable conditions. The gadget is aimed at tourists, builders, military, rescuers, and other users who often find themselves in extreme situations. It is worth noting that the smartphone became the company's first protected device with 5G. The support of popular navigation systems allows for accurate positioning on the ground and building movement routes, which will increase the effectiveness of tactical, tourist, and search operations.

The Doogee S200 demonstrates good performance in most games and applications. This was made possible by using the mid-level Dimensity 7050 processor (68th place in the AnTuTu 10 ranking as of 2024) and 12 GB of the latest generation DDR5 RAM with the ability to expand by virtualization up to an impressive 32 GB. The system easily handles multitasking and resource-demanding tasks. The Wi-Fi 6 module creates a stable connection with compatible equipment, distinguishing itself by minimal susceptibility to frequency interference and provides access to high-speed internet without connection breaks. The display with a refresh rate of 120 Hz emphasizes the gadget's gaming capabilities. An interesting solution is the additional AMOLED screen on the back cover, which allows full information viewing without having to unlock the phone.

The Doogee S200 smartphone is capable of storing highly detailed photos and videos both under full light and in restricted lighting. This is facilitated by the triple camera suite. The 100 MP primary camera with intelligent algorithms, named Morpho by the company, offers 4K video recording. The secondary 20 MP sensor, complemented by an infrared sensor, supports night photography. Another module of 2 MP is provided for macro photography, allowing the inspection of minute details. The phone is developed with future-proofing in mind and aligns with modern trends. It includes NFC for contactless payments, a fingerprint scanner, and a sizable 10100 mAh battery, supporting 33 W quick charging.