Overall Score
50.2Category Breakdown
Overall(#2291)50.2
Performance(#2047)81.2
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#92)97.6
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#1439)75.0
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring Cat S53
Short Review
- The Cat S53 features a robust design with dimensions of 171 x 81 x 16 mm and a weight of 320g, making it durable for rugged use.
- Its 6.5-inch IPS LCD display has a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels, offering decent clarity at approximately 270 ppi, though it lacks HDR support and has a standard 60Hz refresh rate.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 5G chipset, the phone delivers reliable performance with an octa-core CPU and 6GB of RAM, suitable for everyday tasks.
- The camera system includes a 48 MP wide lens and a 2 MP macro lens, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the 16 MP front camera provides adequate selfies.
- The 5500 mAh battery ensures extended usage, supporting wireless charging but no fast charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 11, the software experience is straightforward, though it lacks stereo speakers.
- Connectivity options include 5G support, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.1, NFC, and a USB Type-C 3.0 port.
- The device is designed to withstand harsh conditions, although specific water resistance ratings are not mentioned.
- Overall, the Cat S53 combines solid build quality with functional performance and essential features for users needing a rugged smartphone.
Specifications
General
Release Date2022, July 19
Announced2022, July 19
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~270 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SM4350 Snapdragon 480 5G (8 nm)
CPUOcta-core (2x2.0 GHz Kryo 460 & 6x1.8 GHz Kryo 460)
GPUAdreno 619
Memory128GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera48 MP, f/1.8, (wide)2 MP, (macro)
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash
Front Camera16 MP, f/2.0
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity5500 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 5500 mAh
Charging DetailsWireless
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✓
Build & Safety
Dimensions171 x 81 x 16 mm (6.73 x 3.19 x 0.63 in)
Weight320 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✓
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band
Bluetooth5.1, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 3.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 11
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer