Overall Score
57.5Category Breakdown
Overall(#3852)57.5
Performance(#4066)60.3
Camera(#3582)42.4
Display(#3208)70.5
Battery(#3056)51.0
Build(#3082)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Coolpad Note 5
Short Review
- The Coolpad Note 5 features a solid build with dimensions of 152 x 75.7 x 8.9 mm and a weight of 173.4g, available in Royal Gold and Space Gray.
- Its 5.5-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, providing a sharp visual experience at approximately 401 ppi.
- Performance is driven by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 617 chipset, paired with an octa-core CPU and Adreno 405 GPU, ensuring smooth multitasking with options for 32GB or 64GB storage and 4GB RAM.
- The rear camera captures images at 13 MP with f/2.2 aperture and can record video at 1080p, while an 8 MP front camera is available for selfies.
- A robust 4010 mAh battery supports extended usage, although it lacks fast or wireless charging capabilities.
- Operating on Android 6 (Marshmallow) with Cool UI 8, the software experience is straightforward but may feel dated.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The phone features a microUSB 2.0 port for charging and data transfer, along with a standard headphone jack.
- Overall, the Coolpad Note 5 offers a balanced combination of design, performance, and camera capabilities for its time.
Specifications
General
Release Date2016
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✗
ProtectionScratch-resistant glass
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8952 Snapdragon 617 (28 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.0 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUAdreno 405
Memory32GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, f/2.2, AF
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP, f/2.2
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity4010 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 4010 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions152 x 75.7 x 8.9 mm (5.98 x 2.98 x 0.35 in)
Weight173.4 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsRoyal Gold, Space Gray
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMHybrid Dual SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 6 (Marshmallow), Cool UI 8
OS VersionAndroid 6 (Marshmallow), Cool UI 8
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes