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Cat B15#8500

Released: 2013

Cat B15

Overall Score

14.9

Category Breakdown

Overall(#8500)14.9
Performance(#7923)33.3
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#10554)16.9
Battery(#6192)18.9
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#6935)29.6
Audio(#1963)8.9

Comparisons Featuring Cat B15

Short Review

  • The Cat B15 features a rugged design with dimensions of 125 x 69.5 x 15 mm and a weight of 170g, making it durable for tough environments.
  • Its 4.0-inch TFT display has a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, offering a pixel density of approximately 233 ppi, which is adequate for basic tasks.
  • Performance is powered by a Mediatek MT6577 chipset with a dual-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A9 CPU and 4GB of RAM, suitable for light usage but limited for multitasking.
  • The 5 MP rear camera captures decent images and can record video at 1080p@30fps, while the absence of a front camera restricts selfie capabilities.
  • The 2000 mAh battery provides basic endurance but lacks fast or wireless charging options.
  • Running on Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean), the software experience is quite dated, lacking modern features.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 3.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
  • The phone is designed without stereo speakers but includes a headphone jack for audio output.
  • Overall, the Cat B15 is built for durability with essential features, but it falls short in performance and software updates.

Specifications

General

Release Date2013
Announced2013
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size4"
TypeTFT
Resolution480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~233 ppi density)
PPI480
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass

Performance

ChipsetMediatek MT6577 (40 nm)
CPUDual-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A9
GPUPowerVR SGX531
Memory4GB 512MB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera5 MP, AF
Main Camera FeaturesN/A
Front CameraVGA
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization
Night Mode
Raw Photo Support

Battery

Capacity2000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2000 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Safety

Dimensions125 x 69.5 x 15 mm (4.92 x 2.74 x 0.59 in)
Weight170 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable
SARN/A

Connectivity

SIMDual SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 7.2/3.6 Mbps
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth3.0, A2DP
NFC
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 4.1 (Jelly Bean)
Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity