- Analysis by KJ David
UMIDIGI's One Max is a mid-level phablet that sadly does not maximize anything when it comes to hardware specs -- it runs on MediaTek's Helio P23 dual-cluster eight-core processor, which clocks in at 2GHz + 1.5GHz 
. In comparison, some of the best eight-core phones around run on chips that peak at 2.5GHz or higher. Additionally, its 4GB RAM count might come off as a slight con to some users, given the number of comparable models that reach the 6GB RAM threshold.
The highlight of its pros and cons comes in the form of a 6.3-inch In-Cell display with a wide 19:9 aspect ratio and waterdrop notch design 
, which basically means that it has a much smaller screen notch than some rival phablets, leaving room for a few more pixels. Speaking of pixels, though, its mere 1520 x 720 HD+ resolution and 271ppi pixel density count tarnish its display -- many of its contemporaries boast 1080p definitions and score at least 400ppi.
Supporting the UMIDIGI One Max's large screen is a 4150mAh battery that's enabled for both 18W wired fast-charging and 15W wireless charging. The One Max also sounds a bit more generous than some of its competitors in terms of storage, offering a 128GB internal memory that can be expanded by a maximum of 256GB .
Another appreciable pro is the One Max's Twilight or Carbon Fiber exterior , with a fingerprint scanner sitting on one of its edges.
As for its cameras, this 2018 UMIDIGI model banks on a 12- plus 5-megapixel dual-lens rear camera system that's fittingly accompanied by a dual-LED flash, consequently bringing to mind some of the best imaging-driven phones featured here on Phonerated as of this technical review. Up front, it features a 16-megapixel 5P-lens selfie camera that sounds just about right, coming from a 2018 middle-class contender.
With NFC, dual 4G VoLTE, and the Android 8.1 Oreo ecosystem rounding out its pros and cons, the One Max has the makings of a decent choice for power- and stamina-cautious phablet shoppers.
On-paper Review rating: 
The UMIDIGI One Max can record high-resolution (1920 x 1080 pixels) movies. Bravo! But we couldn't determine whether it had an HDMI port or not. Granted, HDMI (which lets you connect to your HDTV), is not an absolute necessity, but it seems like a desirable feature on an HD phone.
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It's disappointing that we were not able to find information about its weight.
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Its processor speed of Quad 2GHz (+ Quad 1.5GHz) with 8 cores is among the fastest in the current market.
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NFC is used by electronic payment systems and other uses.
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It carries the Miracast technology, a system that lets you share your display with a TV
We're dealing with a hefty display here, making it a phablet: 6.3 inches and a resolution of 1520 x 720 pixels means about 15.36 square inches and an image quality of at least 271 dots per inch (DPI)!
The One Max doesn't come with an included memory card but it has a slot for up to 256GB in memory expansion, which is convenient to store pictures and video clips shot with the included 12-megapixel (combined with a 5-megapixel sub-cam) camera.
It includes a high-megapixel camera (12-megapixel (combined with a 5-megapixel sub-cam)) with the following options: Panorama.
If UMIDIGI's claim is accurate, the One Max and its (4150mAh)
The 16-megapixel selfie cam offers an above-average resolution.
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