Crosscall STELLAR-M6E Rugged 5G Smartphone

  • IP68 RATED
  • MIL STD 810H
  • ANDROID OS
  • 5G
  • DUAL SIM
  • WET TOUCH
  • WIFI
  • GPS

Designed for demanding field and outdoor applications, the Crosscall STELLAR-M6E Rugged 5G Smartphone provides robust connectivity and durability. It features a 6.1-inch IPS HD+ display protected by ultra-hardened Corning Gorilla Glass 5, capable of wet and gloved touch operation, ensuring clear visibility and usability in tough conditions. With an IP68 rating, the device is sealed against dust and water submersion up to 1.5 metres for 30 minutes, while MIL-STD-810H certification guarantees resistance to drops, shocks, and extreme temperatures from -20°C to 60°C.

Powered by a Qualcomm QCM4490 octa-core processor and 4 GB RAM, the STELLAR-M6E runs Android 14 for reliable performance. Its 5G, Wi-Fi 5, and Bluetooth 5.0 connections support continuous communication, complemented by a 4500 mAh battery rated for up to 35 hours of use. Dual SIM and eSIM options improve network flexibility, making it suitable for global deployments. The device includes a 50 MP rear camera with PDAF and an 8 MP front camera, aiding documentation and remote support. Noise-cancelling audio and programmable buttons add to its field efficiency, rounding out a sealed, reinforced phone built for industrial environments.

STELLAR-M6E Features

  • IP68 dust and water resistance
  • MIL-STD-810H drop and shock certified
  • 6.1-inch Corning Gorilla Glass 5 display
  • Qualcomm QCM4490 octa-core processor
  • 4500 mAh long-life battery
  • Glove and wet touch enabled screen
  • Dual SIM and eSIM support
  • 50 MP rear camera with PDAF
  • Bluetooth 5.0 and Wi-Fi 5 connectivity

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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

Salt Water Tightness

1.5 m / 30 minutes

Dust Protection

IP6X (Total)

Operating Temperature

−20°C to +60°C

Drop Resistance

24 drops, 6 faces, 1.5 m onto concrete

Military Standard

MIL-STD-810H

Dimensions

165.8 × 78 × 12.3 mm

Weight

239 g

Colour

Black

Operating System

Android™

OS Version at Release

Android™ 14

Current OS Version

Android™ 14

OS Upgrade Path

Android™ 15, 16, 17, 18 & 20

Zero Touch / AER

Yes / Yes

Processor

Qualcomm® QCM4490

CPU Architecture

Octa-core: 2× A78 @2.4 GHz + 6× A55 @2.0 GHz

SAR Head / Body

0.89 W/kg / 0.60 W/kg

SAR Limbs

1.80 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

6.1”

Aspect Ratio

19.5:9

Display Type

IPS

Display Protection

Ultra-hardened Corning Gorilla® Glass 5

Impact Resistance (IK)

IK05

Touch Technology

Capacitive, Wet & Glove touch

Display Resolution

720 × 1560 (HD+)

Brightness

450 cd/m²

Battery Type

Lithium Polymer

Battery Capacity

4500 mAh

Battery Cycle Life

1000 cycles

Communication Autonomy (5G)

Up to 35 hours

Standby Time (5G)

Up to 400 hours

GPS Autonomy

14 hours

Reverse Charging

Yes, via USB Type-C

Video Recording

1080p @ 60 fps

Video Formats

MP4

SIM Configuration

Double drawer

SIM Type

2× nano-SIM or 1× nano-SIM + eSIM + 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/B12/B20/B28/B32/B68; LTE-TDD: B38/B39/B40/B41/B42/B43

5G Bands

NR-FDD: n1/n2/n3/n5/n7/n8/n20/n28; NR-TDD: n38/n40/n41/n48/n75/n77/n78

VoLTE / VoWiFi

Compatible**

Wi-Fi

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

Bluetooth

Bluetooth® 5.0

NFC

Yes, payment function

USB

USB 2.0

OTG

Yes, USB key support

X-LINK

Yes, Magconn Technology

RAM

4 GB

Internal Storage

64 GB (approx. 22 GB used by OS)

Rear Camera

50 MP rear camera

Autofocus

Yes, PDAF

Front Camera

8 MP front camera

Flash

LED

Image Formats

JPEG

Audio Connector

USB-C

Audio Formats

AMR, MIDI, MP3, WAV, 3GP, WAVE

Microphone

Waterproof microphone

Speaker Output

93 dBA

Key Features

Play Store, Google Services, Hands-free, Alarm clock, Voice recorder, Flashlight, QR reader, X-SPACE v3, Parental control

Programmable Buttons

2 programmable multifunction buttons

Location Services

GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, Beidou, Galileo

Sensors

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

The Crosscall STELLAR-M6E Rugged 5G Smartphone is designed and engineered for use in demanding environments where reliability, durability are essential. The STELLAR-M6E 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, Rail And Transport.

Across these sectors, the STELLAR-M6E is typically used in applications such as Emergency Dispatch And Incident Management, Field Data Capture And Reporting, Health, Safety, And Compliance Inspections, Mobile Workforce Operations, Proof Of Delivery And Last-Mile Logistics, Route Planning And Navigation, Secure Communications And Command-And-Control, Surveying, Mapping, And GIS Data Capture.

These examples demonstrate the versatility of the STELLAR-M6E 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 STELLAR-M6E is appropriate for your specific application, please contact us.

The Crosscall STELLAR-M6E Rugged 5G 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 STELLAR-M6E Rugged 5G Smartphone, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.

For more information about the Crosscall STELLAR-M6E Rugged 5G 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 STELLAR-M6E Rugged 5G 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 STELLAR-M6E or need a custom solution designed specifically for you, our team of technical experts are ready to assist you.

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