- Oscal Tank 1 combines extreme resistance with strange-sounding technical claims
- Oscal’s “48GB RAM” figure combines real memory with virtual expansion storage
- Powered by Dimensity 7050 processor and runs DokeOS 4.2 built on Android 15
The Oscal Tank 1 is a rugged smartphone designed for extreme conditions, combining a massive 20,000 mAh battery, rugged construction, and ambitious performance claims.
Designed for users who work or travel in demanding environments, it offers 5G connectivity, a triple camera system with night vision and a dual-screen design designed for outdoor visibility.
Still, its most discussed feature is the “48GB of RAM” claim, a figure that may not fully reflect the physical hardware.
Designed for demanding environments
The Oscal Tank 1 comes with a 6.78-inch 2.4K display with 700 nits and 120 Hz, backed by a smaller rear display for quick updates.
The high refresh rate and brightness suggest that the screen is designed for clear outdoor visibility, a necessary feature for users working in harsh environments.
Under the hood, this device is powered by MediaTek Dimensity 7050 processor and runs DokeOS 4.2 based on Android 15.
It also integrates artificial intelligence tools for content creation and image processing, features that could be useful for users who need to edit images or analyze data directly in the field.
The three-camera array includes 64MP, 50MP, and 20MP sensors, with night vision support for low-light environments.
On paper, this combination promises versatility in all lighting conditions, but actual performance will depend on how well your processing software works.
Oscal claims the Tank 1 can last up to 1,080 hours on standby or several days of active use, backed by 55W fast charging designed to provide quick recharges.
Such resistance could benefit field workers or travelers far from power sources, but it raises practical concerns about phone volume and heat management.
Housing such a large cell could make the device heavier than standard models, bringing it closer in size to a rugged tablet rather than the best smartphone for everyday use.
The device’s most controversial claim is its “48GB of LPDDR5 RAM,” as it appears that only a portion of this figure represents the actual hardware, with the rest achieved through virtual expansion using some of the internal storage.
This technique can help manage multiple applications at once, but it cannot replicate the speed or stability of real RAM.
Without clear communication from Oscal, the actual configuration of the memory remains uncertain.
The company touts the Tank 1 as being able to survive harsh weather conditions, deep water, and strong impacts. It lists IP68 and IP69K ratings, MIL-STD-810H certification, and tolerance to ten-meter drops, two-meter immersion, and pressure up to 1,200 kilograms.
The phone is also said to operate in temperatures between -50°C and 70°C.
The launch of the Oscal Tank 1 is scheduled for October 20. Sales will begin on Amazon and is priced at €379.99 for the 12GB + 256GB model and €399.99 for the 16GB + 512GB variant.
The specs sound promising, but until the device is independently tested, it remains uncertain whether this rugged smartphone will actually be able to deliver on its promises.
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