Crosscall CORE-X5 Rugged 4G Smartphone

Designed for field deployments in rugged and industrial environments, the Crosscall CORE-X5 Rugged 4G Smartphone offers robust durability and reliable performance. It features industrial-grade IP68 ingress protection and meets MIL-STD-810H standards, ensuring resistance to dust, water, saltwater, vibration, and shocks from 2-metre drops onto concrete. The device operates reliably between −25°C and +60°C, supporting continuous use across varied conditions.

The 5.45-inch IPS display is bright at 500 cd/m² and supports capacitive touch optimised for wet and gloved use, maintaining usability in adverse environments. Powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 octa-core processor and up to 6 GB of RAM, the CORE-X5 manages multitasking efficiently over long shifts. A 4940 mAh battery supports continuous operation, while connectivity options include 4G LTE, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, and GPS with multiple satellite systems. Four programmable buttons and a 100 dB speaker facilitate use in noisy work settings. The handset runs Android 11 with upgrade paths to Android 13 and 15, combining rugged construction with modern smartphone capabilities.

CORE-X5 Features

  • IP68 water and dust resistance
  • MIL-STD-810H drop and shock tested
  • 5.45-inch HD+ IPS display with wet and glove touch
  • 4940 mAh high-capacity battery for extended use
  • 4G LTE connectivity with dual SIM and microSD support
  • Programmable multifunction buttons
  • 100 dB loudspeaker for clear audio in loud environments

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Manufacturer

Certifications & Standards

Ruggedness

IP Rating

Screen Size

Processor

Operating System

Country Of Manufacture

France

Rugged Certifications

IP68

Ingress Protection

IP68

Water Resistance (Salt/Chlorinated)

2 m / 30 minutes (salt & chlorinated water)

Dust Protection

IP6X

Operating Temperature

−25°C to +60°C

Drop Resistance

Drop test: 6 sides, 2 m onto concrete

Military Standard

US MIL-STD-810H (15 tests)

Dimensions

163 × 78 × 14.5 mm

Weight

256 g

Colour

Black

Operating System

Android™

OS Version at Release

Android™ 11

Current OS Version

Android™ 12

OS Upgrade Path

Android™ 13 & 15

Zero Touch / AER

Yes / Yes

Processor

Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 665 (SM6125)

CPU Architecture

Octa-core: 4× A53 @1.8 GHz + 4× A73 @2.0 GHz

SAR Head / Body

1.335 W/kg / 1.521 W/kg

SAR Limbs

3.041 W/kg

Languages Supported

DE, EN, AR, CH, CR, DK, ES, FL, FR, HR, IT, LV, LT, NL, NV, PL, PT, SR, SL, SV, S, CZ

Display Size

5.45”

Aspect Ratio

18:9

Impact Resistance (IK)

IK05

Touch Technology

Capacitive display, 5-point Wet & Glove touch

Display Resolution

1440 × 720 (HD+)

Brightness

500 cd/m²

Battery Type

Lithium Polymer

Battery Capacity

4940 mAh

Battery Cycle Life

600 cycles

Communication Autonomy (2G/3G)

32 h 04 min

Standby Time (4G)

13 days

GPS Autonomy

14 h 55 min

Reverse Charging

Yes, via USB Type-C (USB Power Delivery)

Video Recording

4K @ 30 fps

Video Formats

MPEG-4, H.264, H.265

SIM Configuration

Triple drawer

SIM Type

Nano-SIM (2× SIM + microSD)

2G Bands

850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 MHz

3G Bands

850 / 900 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100 MHz

4G Bands

LTE-FDD: B1/B2/B3/B5/B7/B8/B20/B28/B32; LTE-TDD: B38/B40

VoLTE / VoWiFi

Compatible***

Wi-Fi

802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/k/r/v/u; 2.4 GHz & 5 GHz

Bluetooth

Bluetooth® 5.0

NFC

Yes, payment function

USB

USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 1

OTG

Yes

X-LINK

Yes, Magconn Technology

RAM

4 GB or 6 GB

Internal Storage

128 GB

External Storage

microSD up to 512 GB

Rear Camera

48 MP Fusion4 rear camera

Autofocus

Yes

Front Camera

8 MP front camera

Flash

LED

Image / Video Formats

MPEG-4, H.264, H.265

Audio Connector

Waterproof 3.5 mm jack

Audio Formats

AMR, MIDI, MP3, WAV, AAC

Microphone

Waterproof microphone with GORE® membrane

Speaker Output

100 dB

Key Features

Play Store, Google Services, Hands-free, Alarm clock, Voice recorder, Flashlight, QR reader, Fingerprint reader, Multicolour LED indicator

Programmable Buttons

4 programmable multifunction buttons

Location Services

GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, Beidou, Galileo

Sensors

Accelerometer, Proximity sensor, Ambient light sensor, Gyroscope, Magnetometer (E-Compass)

The Crosscall CORE-X5 Rugged 4G Smartphone is designed and engineered for use in demanding environments where reliability, durability are essential. The CORE-X5 supports a wide range of industries and operational applications.

Common deployment industries include: Construction, Defence And Military, Emergency Services, Energy and Utilities, Industrial Manufacturing, Logistics And Supply Chain, Marine And Offshore, Mining.

Across these sectors, the CORE-X5 is typically used in applications such as Asset Tracking And Management, Field Data Capture And Reporting, Health, Safety, And Compliance Inspections, Mobile Workforce Operations, Preventive And Corrective Maintenance, Proof Of Delivery And Last-Mile Logistics, Route Planning And Navigation, Secure Communications And Command-And-Control.

These examples demonstrate the versatility of the CORE-X5 across both industry sectors and real-world operational use cases. Its suitability extends well beyond the scenarios listed above, making it a flexible solution for a broad range of requirements.

For further information, or to assess whether the CORE-X5 is appropriate for your specific application, please contact us.

The Crosscall CORE-X5 Rugged 4G Smartphone comes with a 5-Year Warranty against defects in workmanship and materials, effective from the date of shipment (unless otherwise agreed in writing).

To receive service under this warranty, the eligible product, Crosscall CORE-X5 Rugged 4G Smartphone, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.

For more information about the Crosscall CORE-X5 Rugged 4G Smartphone or to arrange repairs and services not covered by the warranty, please visit the warranty section on our website.

Do you need further details about the Crosscall CORE-X5 Rugged 4G Smartphone, or would you like to discuss a customised solution or demonstration?

At RUGGED, we recognise that every project has its own unique demands. If you have any questions about the Crosscall CORE-X5 or need a custom solution designed specifically for you, our team of technical experts are ready to assist you.

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