Overall Score
49.4Category Breakdown
Overall(#2390)49.4
Performance(#2694)75.4
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#2751)73.0
Battery(#1266)36.7
Build(#2217)65.8
Connectivity(#3772)52.7
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring Cubot Note 21
Short Review
- The Cubot Note 21 features a practical design with dimensions of 165.8 x 75.9 x 10.6 mm and a weight of 214g, utilizing a glass front and plastic frame and back.
- Its 6.56-inch IPS LCD display supports a 90Hz refresh rate, providing smoother visuals, though it has a resolution of 720 x 1612 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 269 ppi.
- Powered by the Unisoc T606 chipset and an octa-core CPU, it offers decent performance with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage.
- The camera system includes a 50 MP wide lens and a 2 MP macro lens, capable of recording video at 1080p@30fps, while the 8 MP front camera serves for selfies.
- The battery capacity is 5200mAh, supporting 10W charging, which ensures extended usage without frequent recharges.
- Running on Android 13, the software experience is straightforward, although it lacks stereo speakers and a headphone jack.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, and USB Type-C, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The device is available in Black, Orange, and Green colors, catering to different aesthetic preferences.
- Overall, the Cubot Note 21 combines essential features in a robust build, suitable for everyday tasks.
- However, it lacks advanced features like HDR support and wireless charging.
Specifications
General
Release Date2023, August 24
Announced2023, August 24
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.56"
TypeIPS LCD, 90Hz
Resolution720 x 1612 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~269 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate90Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetUnisoc T606 (12 nm)
CPUOcta-core (2x1.6 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.6 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUMali-G57 MP1
Memory128GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera50 MP, (wide), PDAF2 MP, (macro)
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoYes
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity5200 mAh
Battery Details5200 mAh
Charging Details10W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions165.8 x 75.9 x 10.6 mm (6.53 x 2.99 x 0.42 in)
Weight214 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic frame, plastic back
ColorsBlack, Orange, Green
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBUSB Type-C, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackNo
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 13
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass