Crosscall STELLAR-X5s CMB Rugged 5G Smartphone

  • IP68 RATED
  • MIL STD 810H
  • ANDROID OS
  • 5G
  • WIFI 6E
  • USB C
  • WET TOUCH
  • MDM SUPPORT

For teams working across industrial, marine, and outdoor field environments, the Crosscall STELLAR-X5s CMB Rugged 5G Smartphone offers a resilient communication solution built to endure harsh conditions. It features impact-resistant materials with IP68 and IPX8 sealing for complete dust and water protection, alongside MIL-STD-810H certification to withstand drops up to 1.5 metres onto concrete. The 6.5-inch Full HD+ IPS display supports glove and wet touch operation and is shielded by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus2 for abrasion resistance.

Its Qualcomm octa-core processor, paired with 8 GB RAM and 256 GB memory, delivers capable performance for real-time data and applications. The 4500 mAh battery supports extended deployment with fast and reverse charging, complemented by USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 1 connectivity. The device maintains reliable wireless links via 5G NR, Wi-Fi 6E, NFC, and eSIM options. Advanced imaging is enabled by a 50 MP main and 13 MP ultra-wide dual-camera setup with stabilization. These attributes confirm the STELLAR-X5s CMB as a continuous-duty, industrial-grade smartphone tailored for demanding field use.

STELLAR-X5s-CMB Features

  • IP68 water and dust resistance
  • Saltwater resistant construction
  • MIL-STD-810H certified drop and shock protection
  • 6.5-inch Gorilla Glass Victus2 capacitive display with glove and wet touch support
  • 4500 mAh battery with fast and reverse charging
  • Qualcomm octa-core processor with 8 GB RAM and 256 GB storage
  • 5G and Wi-Fi 6E connectivity with eSIM and NFC
  • 50 MP wide-angle camera with advanced stabilisation and 4K video recording capability

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Product Type

Manufacturer

Certifications & Standards

Ruggedness

IP Rating

Screen Size

Processor

Operating System

Country Of Manufacture

France

Rugged Certifications

Ingress Protection

IP68

Salt Water Tightness

IPX8 (2 m / 30 minutes)

Dust Protection

IP6X (Total)

Operating Temperature

−25°C to +60°C

Drop Resistance

40 drops, 6 faces, 1.5 m onto concrete

Military Standard

Dimensions

172.4 × 80.1 × 11.9 mm

Weight

249 g

Colour

Black with white back cover (Chamonix Mont Blanc edition)

Operating System

Android™

OS Version at Release

Android™ 15

OS Upgrade Path

Android™ 16, 17 & 18

Zero Touch / AER

Yes / Yes

Processor

Qualcomm QCM5430 FP2

CPU Architecture

Octa-core: 4× A78 @2.1 GHz + 4× A55 @1.8 GHz

SAR Head / Body

1.41 W/kg / 1.12 W/kg

SAR Limbs

2.78 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

6.497”

Aspect Ratio

20:9

Display Type

IPS, 60–120 Hz

Display Protection

Corning Gorilla® Glass Victus2

Impact Resistance (IK)

Touch Technology

Capacitive, Wet & Glove touch

Display Resolution

1080 × 2400 (FHD+)

Brightness

400 cd/m²; 510 cd/m² boost mode

Battery Type

Lithium Polymer

Battery Capacity

4500 mAh

Communication Autonomy (4G/5G)

31 h 20 min

Standby Time (4G/5G)

17 days (4G) / 15 days (5G)

GPS Autonomy

11 hours

Reverse Charging

Yes, via USB Type-C

Fast Charging

Yes

Charge in 30 Minutes

36%

Charging Time (0–100%)

2 h 58 min

Programmable Buttons

2 programmable multifunction buttons

SIM Configuration

Double drawer

SIM Type

Nano-SIM + eSIM

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/B68; LTE-TDD: B38/B39/B40/B41/B42/B43

5G Bands

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

VoLTE / VoWiFi

Compatible

Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi 6 / 6E; 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz & 6 GHz; 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/r/k/v

Bluetooth

Bluetooth® 5.2

NFC

Yes, payment function

USB

USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 1

OTG

Yes

X-LINK

Yes

RAM

8 GB

Internal Storage

256 GB

Rear Camera

50 MP (80°)

Wide Angle Camera

13 MP ultra-wide (120°)

Autofocus

Yes, PDAF

Front Camera

16 MP

Flash

LED

Image Formats

JPEG

Video Recording

4K @30 fps; FHD @60 fps

Video Formats

MP4

Video Modes

Time lapse, Slow motion, Hyperstab

Audio Connector

USB-C

Audio Formats

AMR, MIDI, MP3, WAV, AAC, 3GP

Microphone

Waterproof microphone with GORE membrane

Speaker

Dual stereo speakers

Location Services

GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, Beidou/Compass, Galileo

Key Features

Play Store, Google Services, Hands-free, Wake-up, Voice recorder, QR reader, Fingerprint reader, Notification via flash, Parental control, X-SPACE, Noise reduction, Touch lock, Speaker cleaning (Drymax)

Outdoor Fashion

Yes

Pre-installed Apps

Chamonix, Iphigénie, Whympr

Flashlight

3 high-power LEDs, adjustable brightness

Flashlight Power

40 lumens (boost mode), ANSI FL1

Sensors

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

Device Management & Compliance

AER compliant, MDM compliant, OEM Config, EMVCo

The Crosscall STELLAR-X5s CMB Rugged 5G Smartphone is designed and engineered for use in demanding environments where reliability, durability are essential. The STELLAR-X5s-CMB supports a wide range of industries and operational applications.

Common deployment industries include: Construction, Defence And Military, Emergency Services, Industrial Manufacturing, Logistics And Supply Chain, Marine And Offshore, Natural Resources and Mining, Oil and Gas.

Across these sectors, the STELLAR-X5s-CMB is typically used in applications such as Construction Site Supervision And Reporting, Emergency Dispatch And Incident Management, Field Data Capture And Reporting, Mobile Workforce Operations, Quality Control And Inspection, Route Planning And Navigation, Secure Communications And Command-And-Control, Utilities Inspection And Meter Reading.

These examples demonstrate the versatility of the STELLAR-X5s-CMB 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-X5s-CMB is appropriate for your specific application, please contact us.

The Crosscall STELLAR-X5s CMB 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-X5s CMB Rugged 5G Smartphone, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.

For more information about the Crosscall STELLAR-X5s CMB 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-X5s CMB 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-X5s-CMB or need a custom solution designed specifically for you, our team of technical experts are ready to assist you.

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