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Coolpad Cool S1#4503

Released: 2017

Coolpad Cool S1

Overall Score

56.4

Category Breakdown

Overall(#4503)56.4
Performance(#6101)56.5
Camera(#3232)42.5
Display(#3203)70.5
Battery(#3053)51.0
Build(#3077)70.8

Comparisons Featuring Coolpad Cool S1

Short Review

  • The Coolpad Cool S1 features a sleek design with dimensions of 151.4 x 74.7 x 7.5 mm and a weight of 168g, making it comfortable to hold.
  • Its 5.5-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, providing sharp visuals at approximately 401 ppi.
  • Performance is driven by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 821 chipset, with a quad-core CPU and Adreno 530 GPU, ensuring smooth multitasking and gaming.
  • The rear camera boasts a 16 MP sensor with f/2.0 aperture, while an 8 MP front camera caters to selfies.
  • The 4070 mAh battery supports 18W charging, providing decent longevity for daily use.
  • Running on Android 6.0.1 with eUI 5.8, the software experience is straightforward but may feel dated.
  • Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.1, and USB Type-C, though it lacks 5G and NFC.
  • The device also features stereo speakers and retains a headphone jack for audio needs.
  • Overall, the Cool S1 balances solid specifications with a refined design.
  • However, it lacks some modern features like HDR and wireless charging.

Specifications

General

Release Date2017
Announced2016
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size5.5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~401 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetQualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 821 (14 nm)
CPUQuad-core (2x2.35 GHz Kryo & 2x1.6 GHz Kryo)
GPUAdreno 530
Memory64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotNo

Camera

Main Camera16 MP
Main Camera Details16 MP, f/2.0, PDAF
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP
Video RecordingYes
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS
Night Mode
RAW Support

Battery

Capacity4070 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 4070 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details18W wired, QC3
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Design

Dimensions151.4 x 74.7 x 7.5 mm (5.96 x 2.94 x 0.30 in)
Weight168 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsGold
Foldable

Connectivity

SIMDual SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.1, A2DP, LE
NFC
USBUSB Type-C
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS

Software

Operating SystemAndroid 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), eUI 5.8
OS VersionAndroid 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), eUI 5.8

Security

Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackYes