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Sonim XP5plus 5G Ultra-Rugged Phone (Unlocked), No-Knob Configuration

5GMPN PH-SON-XP5P-0D-005
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Overview

Put a phone in the field that survives the field. The Sonim XP5plus is an ultra-rugged 5G bar phone with a physical keypad, a dedicated push-to-talk key, and speakers loud enough to hear over machinery. IP68/IP69K sealing and MIL-STD-810H durability handle drops, washdowns, and dust, while the user-replaceable battery keeps shared devices on shift. This is the unlocked 5G model without rotary knobs.

  • Ultra-rugged 5G bar phone with glove-friendly physical keypad
  • IP68 + IP69K sealed against dust, immersion, and high-pressure washdown
  • MIL-STD-810H rated for drops, shock, vibration, and temperature extremes
  • Dedicated push-to-talk key for PTT-over-cellular services; mappable emergency key
  • 100dB+ front-facing loud audio for high-noise environments
  • User-replaceable battery for multi-shift operation
  • No-knob top housing for snag-free holster and mount use
  • Replace aging land-mobile radios with nationwide PTT over cellular

The Sonim XP5plus is purpose-built for the workers who destroy ordinary phones: construction crews, utility linemen, warehouse teams, and public-works departments. It is a bar-style handset with a real keypad that works with gloves on, a hardened non-touch-first design that favors buttons over glass, and Sonim's signature durability — IP68 and IP69K sealing against dust, immersion, and high-pressure washdowns, plus MIL-STD-810H resistance to drops, shock, vibration, and temperature extremes.

This configuration is the unlocked 5G model without rotary knobs: it features a no-knob top housing for teams that manage PTT through software and prefer a snag-free profile in holsters and chest mounts. A dedicated push-to-talk key pairs with leading PTT-over-cellular services, letting the XP5plus step directly into the role of aging land-mobile radios while adding the reach of a nationwide 5G/LTE network. Front-facing speakers rated at over 100dB cut through job-site noise, and an emergency key can be mapped to lone-worker and man-down applications.

Because frontline devices are shared and shifts do not wait for charging, the battery is user-replaceable — swap packs at shift change and keep the handset working around the clock. The Android-based platform enrolls in standard MDM tooling, so IT can lock the device to approved apps and push configuration remotely.

Sonim backs the XP5plus with its comprehensive 3-year warranty, a concrete signal of how much abuse the hardware is engineered to absorb. For fleets that need dependable voice, PTT, and messaging in harsh environments — without babying a glass slab — the XP5plus is the practical choice.

Ideal for

  • LMR radio replacement with PTT over cellular for construction and utilities
  • Shared shift devices in warehouses and plants with swappable batteries
  • Lone-worker safety programs using the mappable emergency key
  • Public works, sanitation, and food-processing fleets that require washdown-proof hardware

Specifications

Audio

HAC
ANSI 2019
Speaker
output 100dB+
Microphone
Dual mic solution with noise and echo cancellation

Battery

Capacity
3500mAh Li-Ion, Removable; 15W/18W Fast Charge
Battery Life
Talk (VoLTE): Up to 25 hours; Standby (5G): Up to 390 hours
Wireless Charging
No

Display

Colors
262K
Size/Type
2.8″, Corning Gorilla Glass 3
Resolution
640x480

Multmedia

Camera
8MP Front Camera with Flash
Graphic
JPG, PNG, BMP, GIF, WebP, HEIF
Media Player
Yes
Audio Formats
PCM, AAC, MP3*, AMR-NR/WB, FLAC*, Vorbis*; AAC +*, eAAC+*, SBC, APTX/APTX HD
Video Formats
HEVC/H.265, H.264, H.263, MPEG-4, VP8, VP9*
LED Flashlight
Yes

Connectivity

NFC
No
Sensors
Accelerometer, Barometer
Bluetooth
BT5.0 BLE
Messaging
SMS, MMS (Text, Image, Audio, Video)
Location Service
GPS L1 + L5 /a-GPS, Galileo
Languages Supported
English, Spanish, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Canadian French
Real-Time Text (RTT)
Yes

Physical Characteristics

Size
With knobs: 163.7 x 65.9 x 21 mm; Without knobs: 148.7 x 65.9 x 21 mm
Ports
USB Type-C, SecureAudio™ Connector
Weight
277g (with knobs); 265g (no knobs)
SIM Type
4FF SIM, eSIM
Dedicated Keys
PTT Key, Volume Keys, Emergency Key
Operating Temperature
-20°C ~ +55°C
Rugged Certifications
Class I, Div 2, Groups A, B, C, D, T4;; Class II, Div 2, Groups F, G, T4;; Class Ill, Div2;; MIL-STD-810H; |P68, |Px9K

Core Platform / Functions

Bands
5G: n2, n5, n7, n14, n25, n28, n38, n41,n48, n66, n71, n77, n78; LTE: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 41, 42, 43, 48, 66, 71; UMTS: I, II, IV, V, VII
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac; 2.4/5GHz; Hotspot capable up to 10 connections
Memory
4GB DDR4/64GB eMMC ROM; Supports up to 512GB MicroSD external memory
Chipset
Qualcomm SM4450 (2x A78, 2.0GHz, 6x A55, 1.8GHz)
Operating System
Sonim Proprietary OS (based on AOSP Android 15)
Preloaded Applications
SonimWare™

Inside The Box Accessories

Accessories
XP5plus 5G, SIM Card, USB Type-C Cable, Screwdriver, Wall Charger, Quick Start Guide

Questions buyers ask

What does the 'no knobs' / knob configuration mean?

The XP5plus is offered with or without top-mounted rotary knobs. Knob models mimic land-mobile radio channel/volume controls; no-knob models have a flush top for software-controlled PTT and snag-free carry. Functionality is otherwise the same.

Which carriers and PTT services does it work with?

This unlocked model runs on compatible US carrier plans and pairs with leading PTT-over-cellular services. Confirm band support with your carrier for your region.

Can the battery really be swapped in the field?

Yes. The XP5plus uses a user-replaceable battery, so crews can carry charged spares and swap at shift change without downtime.

Is it manageable through MDM?

Yes. The Android-based platform enrolls in standard MDM tooling so IT can restrict apps, push settings, and track fleet devices.

What warranty does Sonim provide?

Sonim backs the XP5plus with its comprehensive 3-year warranty, among the strongest in the rugged handset category.

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