AGM Glory SE and AGM Glory PRO are ideal smartphones for the Russian winter

When designing Glory SE the German manufacturer understood that this model should receive an affordable price tag. Therefore, it includes only 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of permanent memory. The volume of the latter, however, can be increased using a microSD card.As processor it uses a Snapdragon 480 5G. Now it is one of the most inexpensive chips among the fifth-generation networks that have support. It consists of eight cores, and its clock speed is capable of reaching 2 GHz. Not a record, but this is quite enough for stable operation. Android 11 and most applications.

A very large frameless frame is used here to display the image. display. Its diagonal is 6.53 inches, and the resolution is 2340x1080 pixels. In its upper part there is a drop-shaped cutout, which houses a 16-megapixel front camera. If the device is turned over, you can see two lenses. The first is part of the main cameras, which has a 48-megapixel resolution. The matrix was created by Sony. The physical size of the sensor is 1/2.0, the light enters it through the f/1.79 aperture. All this allows us to conclude that the buyer is waiting for decent image quality, especially with good lighting around. There is also a macro camera on the back of the smartphone. But it is very conditional, since its resolution is only 2 megapixels. Here there is room for two LEDsacting as a flash and a bright flashlight.

The device got a couple microphones, due to which the noise reduction function is implemented here. On the connectors AGM did not save: the buyer is waiting for high-speed USB Type-C and a 3.5 mm audio jack. However, no one forces you to use wired headphones - Glory SE supports Bluetooth 5.1. Also included in the number of wireless modules are ANT + (needed to communicate with sports sensors), Wi-Fi 802.11ax and NFC. The latter will allow you to pay for purchases with a secure smartphone. The smartphone has FM-radio.

The main feature of the novelty is its frost resistance. Many of our readers have come across a situation where in winter the battery of a smartphone began to discharge literally before our eyes. And sometimes the phone even turned off for no apparent reason. In the case of the AGM Glory SE, this will definitely not happen. Tests show that the apparatus will operate for 22 hours at -27°C. And only with even greater frost, the battery life begins to decline significantly. This was achieved through the use battery with a capacity of 6200 mAh and a special case, thanks to which heat does not tend to penetrate beyond its limits. And precisely because of this, we had to limit ourselves to not the most powerful processor, because it requires instant heat removal to the outside.

The flagship of AGM is now Glory PRO. It includes all the features that can only be present in a secure smartphone. And some of them you don't even expect to see in it. For example, thermal imager. This is a separate camera that allows you to see the source of heat and the exact temperature in this area with your own eyes. Also new received laser rangefinder. It can come in handy during renovation or construction. Already due to these two “chips”, Glory PRO may turn out to be more useful for some people than most other smartphones that currently exist!

If we continue talking about cells, then the most important of them does not differ from that installed in the younger model. It also uses a 48-megapixel matrix from Sony, which has similar characteristics. The camera for macro photography also turned out to be very conditional. But there is a third lens on the back of the AGM Glory PRO! This is a 20 megapixel night vision camerausing two infrared LEDs. The principle of its operation is the same as in the surveillance cameras around us. Again, this is a unique feature of this smartphone, competitors usually do not provide anything like this.

Other components in this device are the same as in the younger model. Or almost the same. For example, here too 3.5 watt speaker, striking in its loudness. It is simply impossible not to hear the call. I immediately recall the times of push-button "dialers", which sometimes were also incredibly loud. Concerning processor, then in this case, the choice of the manufacturer fell on the Snapdragon 480 5G. A similar slot is used here for SIM cards when you need to make a choice between a second nano-SIM or microSD. However, most of our readers will not need a removable drive, since the volume permanent memory in Glory PRO brought up to 256 GB. Also under the massive case there was a place for the same 8 GB random access memory, which is more than enough for numerous applications, and Android 11 itself.

The flagship received the same display, with exactly the same cutout for the front camera. Which, as you might guess, has not received any changes. No wonder, because she already copes with her task perfectly. Also, this smartphone can also be used as a radio. The only pity is that for this it is necessary to connect headphones, because they will be used as an antenna. The process does not require an adapter, as there is a 3.5 mm audio jack. There is also USB Type-C, which is necessary for working with a PC and connecting a charger. It, by the way, has a power of 18 W, so filling the battery with energy will not take much time.

Like the younger model, this one is equipped with the same battery capacity 6200 mAh. Frost resistance is similar, at an ambient temperature of −27 ° C you are waiting for about a day of battery life. Or much more if it's warmer around you. You can also charge the battery wirelessly. But the corresponding accessory will have to be purchased separately. The maximum supported power is 10 W, so this charging will be slower than usual.

Above, we have not noted another distinctive feature of both devices. On their body you can find additional programmable button. It should be useful to most users. And you have already noticed that the two smartphones are quite similar to each other. However, they also have a lot of differences, which will be shown by the plate located just below. In particular, AGM Glory PRO received a number of features that you expect to see only in a device from this manufacturer. As a result, the smartphone should appeal not only to fans of travel and walks in the cold. Even some professionals involved in repair and construction will make their choice in his favor. Combining both a phone and a thermal imager in one device is a good idea that had previously occurred to the heads of just one or two companies.

The biggest difference is the cost of the devices. If you do not have an unlimited budget, then it is better to consider buying the Glory SE. A great option for the harsh Russian winter! Yes, there is no thermal imager and laser rangefinder. But not all of our readers will need them. At the same time, the device will be no less loud than the flagship. And it will work just as long in the cold. And even its main camera is just as good. Buying Glory PRO should be for those who want to get the most out of the device. In particular, the smartphone will please with a night vision camera, a large amount of permanent memory and support for wireless charging. Is it worth it to overpay tangible money - you decide.

Both new items go on sale October 28, 2021. You can buy them on AliExpress using the links above or the official AGM store. It is better to choose the Russian version - in this case, you will definitely not encounter a situation where the NFC chip does not want to be used for contactless payments in our stores.