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Cubot KingKong 9#2057

Released: 2023

Cubot KingKong 9

Overall Score

52.1

Category Breakdown

Overall(#2057)52.1
Performance(#1011)88.6
Camera(#2086)39.6
Display(#1774)80.3
Battery(#627)39.1
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#2019)65.7
Audio(#1963)8.9

Comparisons Featuring Cubot KingKong 9

Short Review

  • The Cubot KingKong 9 features a robust design with dimensions of 172 x 81.6 x 17.7 mm and a weight of 390g, making it substantial in hand.
  • Its 6.58-inch IPS LCD display supports a 120Hz refresh rate, providing smooth visuals with a resolution of 1080 x 2408 pixels.
  • Performance is driven by the Mediatek Helio G99 chipset, complemented by an octa-core CPU and 12GB of RAM, ensuring efficient multitasking.
  • The camera system is notable, featuring a 100 MP wide lens, a 24 MP night vision camera, and a 5 MP macro lens, along with a 32 MP front camera for selfies.
  • Battery life is impressive with a 10,600 mAh capacity, supporting 33W charging, though it lacks wireless charging.
  • The device runs on Android 13, offering a modern software experience.
  • Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.2, and NFC, but it does not support 5G.
  • The phone does not have stereo speakers or a headphone jack, which may limit audio options.
  • Overall, the Cubot KingKong 9 combines durability with high-performance specifications and a versatile camera setup.
  • Its design and features cater to users seeking a rugged yet capable smartphone.

Specifications

General

Release Date2023
Announced2023
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size6.58"
TypeIPS LCD, 120Hz
Resolution1080 x 2408 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~401 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate120Hz
HDR Support
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetMediatek Helio G99 (6 nm)
CPUOcta-core (2x2.2 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUMali-G57 MC2
Memory256GB 12GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)

Camera

Main Camera100 MP, (wide), PDAF24 MP, (night vision camera), 2 IR emitters5 MP, (macro)
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash
Front Camera32 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video RecordingYes
Selfie VideoYes
Optical Stabilization
Night Mode
Raw Photo Support

Battery

Capacity10600 mAh
Battery Details10600 mAh
Charging Details33W wired
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Safety

Dimensions172 x 81.6 x 17.7 mm (6.77 x 3.21 x 0.70 in)
Weight390 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable
SARN/A

Connectivity

SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band
Bluetooth5.2, A2DP, LE
NFC
USBUSB Type-C, OTG
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackUnspecified

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 13
Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass