Overall Score
29.3Category Breakdown
Overall(#5111)29.3
Performance(#5877)46.2
Camera(#5130)36.0
Display(#5823)55.2
Battery(#4566)24.2
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#3297)55.6
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring Cat S40
Short Review
- The Cat S40 features a rugged design with dimensions of 144.9 x 74.1 x 12.5 mm and a weight of 185g, making it suitable for tough environments.
- It has a 4.7-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 540 x 960 pixels, providing a pixel density of approximately 234 ppi.
- Performance is driven by a Qualcomm MSM8909 Snapdragon 210 chipset, a quad-core 1.1 GHz Cortex-A7 CPU, and 1GB of RAM, which is adequate for basic tasks.
- The rear camera offers 8 MP with autofocus and can record video at 1080p@60fps, while the front camera is limited to 2 MP.
- The 3000 mAh battery supports standard charging and lacks wireless capabilities, providing decent longevity for everyday use.
- Running on Android 5.1 Lollipop, the software experience is basic and may feel outdated compared to newer versions.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.1, NFC, and a microUSB 2.0 port.
- The device does not support 5G and lacks stereo speakers, but it includes a headphone jack for audio.
- The Cat S40 is designed for durability, making it a practical choice for users in demanding conditions.
- Overall, it combines essential features with a robust build for reliable performance.
Specifications
General
Release Date2015
Announced2015
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size4.7"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~234 ppi density)
PPI540
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 4
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8909 Snapdragon 210 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.1 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUAdreno 304
Memory16GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera8 MP, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash
Front Camera2 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@60fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity3000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions144.9 x 74.1 x 12.5 mm (5.70 x 2.92 x 0.49 in)
Weight185 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth4.1, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 5.1 (Lollipop)
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass