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Cubot KingKong 9#1457

Released: 2023

Cubot KingKong 9

Overall Score

64.3

Category Breakdown

Overall(#1457)64.3
Performance(#1637)67.0
Camera(#1770)46.8
Display(#1102)79.5
Battery(#559)68.0
Build(#11804)63.8

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
Peak BrightnessN/A
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
Main Camera Details100 MP, (wide), PDAF24 MP, (night vision camera), 2 IR emitters5 MP, (macro)
Front Camera32 MP
Front Camera Details32 MP
Video RecordingYes
Selfie VideoYes
OIS
Night Mode
RAW Support

Battery

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

Build & Design

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

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

Software

Operating SystemAndroid 13
OS VersionAndroid 13

Security

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

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackUnspecified