13 Nov Product Reviews of MC9190 and CK70

We have paired up two rugged and well known devices. These product reviews of MC9190 and CK70 provide a general understanding of the similarity and differences. A side by side comparison chart of both products is also included.

Product Review: (Click here for a Product Comparison)

Motorola MC9190

This device offers multiple scanning options, keypad options, uses a high quality processor, and holds up to 6-foot drop, temperature, and tumble tests. Overall the MC9190 is a best in class mobile computer for barcodes and RFID for all types of businesses.

Intermec CK70

The Intermec CK70 has had several enhancements over the years including integrated RFID capabilities, a move to a better processor, and “flexible network radio” which enables seamless transitioning between different carrier networks. Similar to the MC9190, the CK70 is a handheld device with larger keys and keypad options. There is a scanner, 5 megapixel camera, bluetooth, and powerful battery with what Intermec says, “the industry’s longest battery life”.

The CK70 has a slightly smaller width and is lighter in weight than the MC9190.

Product Comparison

Motorola MC9190		Intermec CK70
Form-Factor	Rugged Handheld	Rugged Handheld
CPU Speed	Marvell PXA320/806MHz	600MHz OMAP 3530
OS	Windows CE 6.0 or Windows Mobile 6.5 Classic	Windows Mobile 6.5.3
RAM/ROM	256MB/1GB	512MB/1GB
Card Slots	1 x SD/MMC Card	1 micro-SD (up to 32GB)
Display Type	TFT Color	Transmissive TFT with LED backlight and light sensor
Display size/res	3.7″/480 x 640 pixel	3.5″/480 x 640 pixel VGA
Digitizer/pens	Resistive touch/1	Resistive touch/1
Keyboard/keys	28/43/53-key numberic alpha keypads	59-key numberic/43-key backlit keypad
Navigation	Directional control, triggers	Onscreen and directional control
Housing	Impact-resistant plastic	Unknown
Operating Temp	-4 to 122 Degrees F (-20 to 50 Degrees C)	-4 to 140 Degrees F
Sealing	IP64	IP67
Shock	Multiple 6-foot drops	26 6-foot drops per MIL-STD-810G
Tumble	2,000 one-meter tumbles at room temperature	2,000 1.0 meter tumbles
Size (WxHxD)	3.6 x 9.1 x 2.2 inches (91 x 231 x 193 mm)	3.15 x9.33 x 1.7 inches
Weight	27 ounces including battery (756g)	19 ounces with standard battery
Power	Li-Ion 7.2V, 2200mAh 15.8 watt-hours	Removable 3.7V, 5,200 mAH          Li-Ion
Scanner	SE960 (1D laser) SE1524-ER (extended laser) SE4500 (1D/2D imager) SE4600 (extended 1D/2D imager) SE4500-DL (1D/2D + PDF codes) SE4500-HD (1D/2D DPM imager)	EA30 high performance motion-tolerant 2D Imager
Camera	na	5 Megapixel Option
Interface	Dock	USB 2.0 host and client
Wireless	802.11a/b/g, Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR	Dual-band 802.11a/b/g/n WiFi, WWAN (3.75GUMTS/HSUPA,GSM/GPRS),  12-channel GPS, accelerometer, e-compass
Brochure	Download the brochure with specifications	Download the brochure with specifications
Video	Motorola MC9000 Product Series Overview	Intermec’s 70 Series Overview
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