Kyocera DuraForce Ultra
$449
Overview
Kyocera DuraForce Ultra is a mid-range Android smartphone released in 2021 with a 5.45-inch IPS LCD, Snapdragon 765 chipset, 24 main camera, and 4500 mAh battery.
Priced at $449, it targets users seeking mid-range performance.
Specifications of Kyocera DuraForce Ultra
The display of Kyocera DuraForce Ultra measures 5.45 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 500 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x2160 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Kyocera DuraForce Ultra features 2 rear cameras: 24 main, 16MP ultrawide. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Kyocera DuraForce Ultra has 4500mAh capacity with 18.0 wired charging. Wireless charging supports 10.0. A full charge takes approximately 150 min minutes.
The performance of Kyocera DuraForce Ultra is powered by the Snapdragon 765 chipset with Adreno 620 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 650 single-core and 1900 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 320000.
The memory of Kyocera DuraForce Ultra offers 6GB RAM with 128GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X technology. Storage is 128GB 6GB RAM.
The connectivity of Kyocera DuraForce Ultra includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/e/i/k/r/v, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, and Bluetooth 5.0. NFC is supported for contactless payments.
The build of Kyocera DuraForce Ultra weighs 278.0g with Polycarbonate frame and Textured Rubber back. Water and dust resistance is rated IP68. Dimensions measure 165.1 x 74.9 x 16 mm.
The software of Kyocera DuraForce Ultra runs Android 10, upgradable to Android 12 with Stock Android. Software support extends 3 years through 2029.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kyocera DuraForce Ultra
Kyocera DuraForce Ultra has a 24 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Yes, Kyocera DuraForce Ultra handles gaming well with its Snapdragon 765. Most games run smoothly at medium to high settings.
Kyocera DuraForce Ultra receives 3 years of updates through 2029. This provides solid software support for the device's lifespan.
Yes, Kyocera DuraForce Ultra supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.
Yes, Kyocera DuraForce Ultra is water resistant with IP68 rating. It can withstand submersion in 1.5 meters of fresh water for 30 minutes. Avoid saltwater and high-pressure water.
Kyocera DuraForce Ultra has a 4500mAh battery. This provides full-day battery life with typical usage patterns.
Kyocera DuraForce Ultra at $449 is a mid-range device. It's worth buying if you prioritize balanced performance and value.
Kyocera DuraForce Ultra supports 18.0 wired charging with full charge in approximately 150 min minutes. Wireless charging supports 10.0.
Kyocera DuraForce Ultra is available in 128GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Kyocera DuraForce Ultra has a 5.45-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 500 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Kyocera DuraForce Ultra delivers solid value for budget-conscious users who need reliable performance. Select this phone for reliable daily use, if you seek good value without compromising on essential features.
Key Specifications
Display
5.45"
Main Camera
24
Chipset
Snapdragon 765
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE / |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | 5G |
| 5G mmWave Bands | 2, 5, 66, 260, 261 SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | 4x4 MIMO |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Hybrid Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | 2CC |
Launch
| Announced | 2021 |
| Status | Available. Released 2021, May |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $649 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 165.1 x 74.9 x 16 mm |
| Weight (g) | 278.0 |
| Build Materials | Aluminum frame, Ruggedized plastic back |
| Frame | Polycarbonate |
| Back Finish | Textured Rubber |
| Colors | ["Black"] |
| IP Rating | IP68 |
| Rugged Certifications | IP68, MIL-STD-810H |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Candybar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | Passive Cooling |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic Vibration |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 5.45 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x2160 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 1:1 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 443 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 62.0 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 500 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 240 |
| Glass Protection | Sapphire Shield |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 10, upgradable to Android 12 |
| Update Policy | 3 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 765 |
| CPU | Octa-core (1x2.4 GHz Kryo 475 Prime & 1x2.2 GHz Kryo 475 Gold & 6x1.8 GHz Kryo 475 Silver) |
| GPU | Adreno 620 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | 5.5 TOPS |
| ISP Features | Spectra 355L |
| Modem | Snapdragon X52 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 650 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 1900 |
| AnTuTu Score | 320000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 6GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 128GB |
| Storage Type | 128GB 6GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | UFS 2.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | F2FS |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 2 |
| Main Sensor | 24 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/2.8 |
| Main Sensor Model | Samsung S5K2X7 |
| Main Lens | f/1.8, 26mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | |
| Ultrawide | 16MP, FOV: 120° |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | 2 |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | Dual LED |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265 |
| Slow Motion | 1080p@120fps |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 8 |
| Sensor Size | 1/3.1 |
| Aperture | f/2.0 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 3 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aptX, AAC, LDAC |
| DAC/Amp | Qualcomm Aqstic |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/e/i/k/r/v, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/e/i/k/r/v, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5) |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.1 |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Fingerprint (Side-Mounted) |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | Heart rate, SpO2 |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 4500 |
| Type | Li-Po |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 18.0 |
| Wired Standard | Qualcomm Quick Charge 4+ |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 60 min |
| Full Charge Time | 150 min |
| Wireless Charging | 10.0 |
| Wireless Standard | Qi |
| Reverse Wireless | 5 |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 18W |
| Battery Health Features | Adaptive Charging |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 10, upgradable to Android 12 |
| Update Window | 3 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Stock Android |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | app permissions, privacy dashboard |
| Accessibility | screen reader, magnification |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | Phone, charger, cable, manual |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | N/A |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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Alex R.
2 weeks ago
Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.
Ben C.
1 month ago
Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.
Chloe D.
3 months ago
The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!
Kyocera DuraForce Ultra Review: Solid Performance for the Price
Our comprehensive review of the Kyocera DuraForce Ultra covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.
- + Wireless charging support
- + IP68 water and dust resistance
- - Display could be brighter or smoother
- - Camera performance is average