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Coolpad Roar#6972

Released: 2015

Coolpad Roar

Overall Score

53.8

Category Breakdown

Overall(#6972)53.8
Performance(#6847)54.3
Camera(#6506)42.0
Display(#6613)67.3
Battery(#4312)43.5
Build(#3058)70.8

Comparisons Featuring Coolpad Roar

Short Review

  • The Coolpad Roar features a compact design with dimensions of 133 x 65.4 x 9 mm and a weight that enhances portability.
  • Its 4.5-inch IPS LCD display has a resolution of 480 x 854 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 218 ppi.
  • Performance is driven by a Mediatek MT6580 chipset, with a quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7 CPU and Mali-400MP2 GPU, supported by 1GB of RAM.
  • The rear camera is a 5 MP unit with autofocus, while the front-facing camera is a 2 MP sensor, suitable for basic photography.
  • The 1800 mAh battery capacity offers limited longevity, with no fast charging or wireless charging options available.
  • Running on Android 5.1 Lollipop, the software experience is basic but functional.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0, but it lacks 5G and NFC capabilities.
  • The device does not feature stereo speakers, but it includes a headphone jack for audio output.
  • Overall, the Coolpad Roar serves as a straightforward, entry-level smartphone with essential features.
  • Its build quality and performance are adequate for everyday tasks.

Specifications

General

Release Date2015
Announced2015
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size4.5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution480 x 854 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~218 ppi density)
PPI480
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetMediatek MT6580 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUMali-400MP2
Memory8GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera5 MP
Main Camera Details5 MP, AF
Front Camera2 MP
Front Camera Details2 MP
Video RecordingYes
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS
Night Mode
RAW Support

Battery

Capacity1800 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 1800 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Design

Dimensions133 x 65.4 x 9 mm (5.24 x 2.57 x 0.35 in)
WeightN/A
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable

Connectivity

SIMNano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
NFC
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS

Software

Operating SystemAndroid 5.1 (Lollipop)
OS VersionAndroid 5.1 (Lollipop)

Security

Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsYes

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes