Kyocera DuraXE Epic vs Kyocera DuraXV Extreme
A spec-by-spec comparison of the Kyocera DuraXE Epic and the Kyocera DuraXV Extreme, taken from their full specification sheets. Green marks the better value in each measured row.
Head to head
| Kyocera DuraXE Epic | Kyocera DuraXV Extreme |
|---|
| Price | $50 | $250 |
| Our rating | 8/10 | 8/10 |
| Battery | 1,770 mAh | 1,770 mAh |
| RAM (max) | 2 GB | 2 GB |
| Storage (max) | 512 GB | 512 GB |
| Screen size | 2.6 in | 2.6 in |
| Main camera | 5 MP | 5 MP |
| Weight (lower is lighter) | 193 g | 0 g |
| Released | Apr 2021 | Apr 2020 |
Summary: Kyocera DuraXV Extreme is ahead on weight (lower is lighter).
★ Which should you buy? Kyocera DuraXV Extreme is the stronger overall pick on the measured specs. If budget matters more than the extra capability, Kyocera DuraXE Epic is the cheaper option.
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Display
| Kyocera DuraXE Epic | Kyocera DuraXV Extreme |
|---|
| Type | Internal: QVGA TFT; External: Monochrome OLED | Main: TFT, Sub: Monochrome OLED |
| Size | Internal: 2.6 inches; External: 1.08 inches | Main: 2.6 inches, Sub: 1.08 inches |
| Resolution | Internal: 240 x 320 pixels; External: 102 x 90 pixels | Main: 240 x 320 pixels (QVGA), Sub: 102 x 90 pixels |
| Protection | Not specified, but rugged design implies protection | — |
| Aspect ratio | — | 4:3 (main) |
Platform
| Kyocera DuraXE Epic | Kyocera DuraXV Extreme |
|---|
| OS | AOSP 10 (Android 10 based, non-touch) | AOSP (Android Open Source Project) / Proprietary |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 215 (QM215) | Qualcomm Snapdragon 215 |
| CPU | 1.2 GHz Quad-core A53, 64-bit | 1.2GHz Quad-core |
| GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 308 | — |
Memory
| Kyocera DuraXE Epic | Kyocera DuraXV Extreme |
|---|
| Card slot | microSDXC (up to 512GB) | microSDXC, up to 512GB |
| Internal | 16GB ROM, 2GB RAM | 16GB storage, 2GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Kyocera DuraXE Epic | Kyocera DuraXV Extreme |
|---|
| Single | 5 MP, autofocus, LED flash | 5 MP, autofocus, LED flash |
| Features | Video recorder (720p at 30fps) | Digital zoom |
| Video | — | 720p |
Selfie Camera
| Kyocera DuraXE Epic | Kyocera DuraXV Extreme |
|---|
| Single | None | No dedicated selfie camera |
Battery
| Kyocera DuraXE Epic | Kyocera DuraXV Extreme |
|---|
| Type | Removable Li-Ion 1770 mAh | Removable Li-Ion |
| Talk time | Up to 9.5-10 hours | Up to 9.5 hours |
| Standby time | Up to 16 days | Up to 18.3 days (420 hours) |
| Charging | USB Type-C, charging contacts on back | Not specified, likely MicroUSB |
| Capacity | — | 1770 mAh |
Body
| Kyocera DuraXE Epic | Kyocera DuraXV Extreme |
|---|
| Dimensions | 4.36 x 2.22 x 1.07 inches (closed) | 110.80 x 56.40 x 27.30 mm (4.36 x 2.22 x 1.07 inches) |
| Weight | 6.8 oz (193 g) | 193.00 g (6.8 ounces) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM | Single SIM |
| Durability | MIL-STD-810H compliant (drop-proof up to 5 ft onto concrete, shock, vibration, temperature extremes, etc.), IP68 dust and waterproof (up to 6.5 ft for 30 min), HazLoc: Non-incendive, Class I, Division 2, Group A-D, T4 | IP68 dust and waterproof (up to 6.5 feet for 30 minutes), MIL-STD-810G/H compliant (protection against dust, drops, shocks, vibration, extreme temperatures), HazLoc certified (Non-incendive Class I Div 2 for hazardous environments). Drop-proof up to 5 feet onto concrete. |
| Build | — | Smooth black plastic with rubber bumpers, non-slip Dura Grip material |
Comms
| Kyocera DuraXE Epic | Kyocera DuraXV Extreme |
|---|
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/r/k (Wi-Fi 4), 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands |
| Bluetooth | 4.2 | v4.2 LE |
| GPS | Yes | Yes, A-GPS |
| NFC | No | — |
| Radio | No | — |
| USB | USB Type-C | MicroUSB (assumed for charging/data) |
Launch
| Kyocera DuraXE Epic | Kyocera DuraXV Extreme |
|---|
| Announced | April 16, 2021 | April 16, 2020 |
| Status | Available (though AT&T no longer sells directly) | Available. Released April 23, 2020. |
Frequently asked questions
Which is lighter, Kyocera DuraXE Epic or Kyocera DuraXV Extreme?
Kyocera DuraXV Extreme — 193 g for the Kyocera DuraXE Epic versus 0 g for the Kyocera DuraXV Extreme.
Which is newer, Kyocera DuraXE Epic or Kyocera DuraXV Extreme?
Kyocera DuraXE Epic — Apr 2021 for the Kyocera DuraXE Epic versus Apr 2020 for the Kyocera DuraXV Extreme.
Is the Kyocera DuraXE Epic or the Kyocera DuraXV Extreme rated higher?
We rate the Kyocera DuraXE Epic 8/10 and the Kyocera DuraXV Extreme 8/10.
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