Phoenix by Sanctuary AI vs Walker Tienkung by UBTECH

Compare Phoenix and Walker Tienkung. Detailed analysis of navigation, sensors, and speed.

Phoenix by Sanctuary AI is positioned for commercial deployment in industrial and service sectors, emphasizing dexterous manipulation for real-world tasks. Its key differentiators include advanced haptic feedback in hands, Carbon AI for natural language processing, and compatibility with ROS on a Linux base. At 170 cm tall and 70 kg, it supports payloads up to 25 kg with a maximum speed of 5 km/h.

Walker Tienkung by UBTECH Robotics targets research, logistics, and rescue applications with a focus on autonomous operation. It stands out with a higher speed of 7 km/h, ROS2 integration, and comprehensive sensor suite including stereo cameras and ultrasonic sensors. Measuring 172 cm in height and weighing 73 kg, it offers a 3-5 year battery lifespan in a more compact 40 cm depth profile.

Detailed Analysis

Trade-off: +1 each
Walker Tienkung

Design & Build Quality

Trade-off

Phoenix features dimensions of 170 x 55 x 60 cm and weighs 70 kg, with human-like hands offering haptic feedback and force sensors for precise manipulation. Walker Tienkung measures 172 x 60 x 40 cm at 73 kg, providing a shallower depth suited for tighter spaces. Both employ lightweight builds for bipedal stability, though Phoenix prioritizes arm and hand strength for industrial handling.

Walker Tienkung: +2
Walker Tienkung

Mobility & Navigation

Winner 🏆 Walker Tienkung

Phoenix achieves a maximum walking speed of 5 km/h using LiDAR, SLAM, and visual odometry for navigation. Walker Tienkung reaches 7 km/h with indoor SLAM, visual SLAM, and LiDAR mapping, enabling faster movement. Walker Tienkung's higher speed supports dynamic environments like rescue missions, while Phoenix focuses on steady industrial traversal.

Walker Tienkung: +2
Walker Tienkung

Sensors & Perception

Winner 🏆 Walker Tienkung

Phoenix includes RGB cameras, micro cameras, tactile sensors, IMU, gyroscope, force sensors in hands and arms, and temperature sensors. Walker Tienkung equips RGB cameras, stereo cameras, LiDAR, ultrasonic sensors, IMU, gyroscope, force sensors, and temperature sensors. Walker Tienkung's stereo and ultrasonic additions enhance depth perception and obstacle detection indoors.

Phoenix: +2
Phoenix

AI Capabilities

Winner 🏆 Phoenix

Phoenix uses a proprietary AI framework with AI automation, manual override, and Carbon system for task adaptation. Walker Tienkung relies on autonomous control with learned behaviors via ROS2 and proprietary software. Both support advanced decision-making, with Phoenix emphasizing language-to-action translation.

Trade-off: +1 each
Walker Tienkung

Battery & Power Efficiency

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Phoenix offers a 5-year battery lifespan, supporting extended operations. Walker Tienkung provides 3-5 years, balancing runtime with recharges. Phoenix's longer estimate suits continuous industrial use, while Walker Tienkung accommodates varied mission durations.

Trade-off: +1 each
Walker Tienkung

Use-Case Suitability

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Phoenix targets industrial automation, data capture, customer service, healthcare, logistics, and R&D. Walker Tienkung applies to scientific research, scenario innovation, logistics, rescue, and industrial automation. Overlaps exist in logistics and automation, but Walker Tienkung extends to rescue scenarios.

Walker Tienkung: +2
Walker Tienkung

Software Ecosystem

Winner 🏆 Walker Tienkung

Phoenix runs on Linux-based OS, ROS compatible, with proprietary AI. Walker Tienkung uses ROS2, proprietary software, Python, and C++. Walker Tienkung's ROS2 and language support broadens developer access.

Trade-off: +1 each
Walker Tienkung

Pricing & Value

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Phoenix is priced at $100,000 - $200,000 estimated. Walker Tienkung ranges from $65,000 - $115,000. Walker Tienkung offers lower entry cost for similar humanoid capabilities.

Walker Tienkung: +2
Walker Tienkung

Safety Features

Winner 🏆 Walker Tienkung

Phoenix includes emergency stop, collision avoidance, and proximity sensors. Walker Tienkung features force limiting, collision detection, emergency stop, and collaborative mode. Both prioritize human-safe operations in shared spaces.

Analysis Score Summary

Total Score

6

Phoenix

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Based on Detailed Analysis

Total Score

12

Walker Tienkung

📊 Win: 2 points | Trade-off: 1 point each

Scores are summed across every insight: a clear winner earns 2 points, while balanced trade-offs give each robot 1 point. The total reflects how often each robot outperforms the other (or shares the spotlight) throughout the detailed analysis sections.

Specifications Comparison

SpecificationPhoenixWalker Tienkung
Carrying Capacity12.5 kg per arm (Estimated)1.5 kg
Deadlift Capacity25 kg maximum (two-hand payload)3 kg
Degrees of Freedom75 DOF including head, arms, hands, legs, torso-
Autonomy LevelSemi-autonomous with full autonomous task execution capability and teleoperation supportFully autonomous, semi-autonomous
Price$100,000 - $200,000 (Estimated)$65,000 - $115,000
Weight70 kg73 kg
Max Speed5 km/h (1.34 m/s) max walking speed7 km/h
Runtime4 hours on full charge3 hours
Battery Pack3.5 kWh30Ah + 3Ah
Dimensions170 x 55 x 60 cm172 x 60 x 40 cm

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