Cubot KingKong 11

Name: Cubot KingKong 11
Brand: Cubot
SKU: 1793

Manufacturer: Cubot

The Cubot KingKong 11 is a rugged Android smartphone built around durability and endurance. Its IP68-rated waterproof design can withstand submersion to 1.5 meters, complemented by a sturdy build that suits demanding environments. The device runs Android 15 and features a 6.72″ IPS LCD screen with a 1080 x 2400 pixel resolution, delivering a pixel density of 392 ppi and a 120Hz refresh rate for fluid on-screen motion. A secondary 360 x 360px display adds a practical secondary information layer.

Under the hood, the KingKong 11 is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 7025 chipset built on a 6 nm process, paired with 16GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 256GB of internal storage, with expansion available via an external memory slot. The rear camera system combines a 108 MP primary sensor with an 8 MP secondary lens, while a 32 MP front camera handles selfies. A 10200 mAh battery with 33W fast charging and an included charger rounds out the hardware, supported by 5G connectivity, NFC, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS with Galileo support, and Wi-Fi 5.

Pros

IP68 waterproof rating with a 1.5-meter depth tolerance makes it well-suited for wet and outdoor environments
The 10200 mAh battery capacity offers substantial endurance for extended use without frequent recharging
A 120Hz IPS LCD display with a 392 ppi pixel density delivers smooth and detailed visuals
16GB of LPDDR5 RAM paired with 256GB of internal storage provides ample headroom for multitasking and file management
The secondary screen adds a convenient at-a-glance information panel without requiring the main display to be active
NFC, 5G support, and Galileo-assisted GPS cover a broad range of connectivity and location needs

Cons

At 18.7 mm thick and 84.1 mm wide, the physical dimensions are notably bulky and may be difficult to handle one-handed
Wireless charging and reverse wireless charging are both absent, limiting charging flexibility
No 3.5 mm headphone jack and no support for any advanced Bluetooth audio codecs such as aptX, LDAC, or their variants
Optical image stabilization is not available on the rear camera, which can affect image clarity in motion or low-light scenarios
The display does not support HDR10, HDR10+ or Dolby Vision, restricting high dynamic range content playback
Direct OS updates from the vendor are not provided, which may affect the timeliness of software and security patches

Who is this for?

This device is a strong fit for users who frequently work or spend time in demanding physical environments, as its IP68-rated rugged build can handle exposure to water and rough conditions without issue. The 10200 mAh battery makes it particularly well-suited to those who need all-day or multi-day endurance without reliable access to charging, such as outdoor workers, hikers, or travelers. Users who want generous storage and smooth everyday multitasking will also find the 16GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage practical, and the 120Hz display with a secondary screen adds usability for those who appreciate at-a-glance information without constantly unlocking the phone.

Who is this NOT for?

Users who prioritize a slim, pocket-friendly device will likely find the 18.7 mm thickness and 84.1 mm width uncomfortable for one-handed use or everyday carry. Mobile photography enthusiasts who rely on stabilized shots or advanced video features will be limited by the absence of optical image stabilization, slow-motion recording, and RAW file capture. Similarly, those who value high-quality wireless audio — whether through premium Bluetooth codecs like LDAC or aptX, or a traditional 3.5 mm headphone jack — will find the audio connectivity options restrictive. Users who depend on timely software updates will also face a drawback, as the device does not receive direct OS updates from the vendor.

Design:

water resistance	Waterproof
thickness	18.7 mm
width	84.1 mm
height	176 mm
volume	276.78992 cm³
Ingress Protection (IP) rating	IP68
waterproof depth rating	1.5 m
has a rugged build	✓
can be folded	✕

The Cubot KingKong 11 features a rugged build with an IP68 ingress protection rating, allowing it to withstand submersion in water to a depth of 1.5 meters. Its physical dimensions measure 176 mm in height, 84.1 mm in width, and 18.7 mm in thickness, resulting in a total volume of 276.78992 cm³. The device is not foldable, reflecting its solid, reinforced construction designed to handle tough conditions.

Display:

Display type	LCD, IPS
screen size	6.72"
pixel density	392 ppi
resolution	1080 x 2400 px
refresh rate	120Hz
has branded damage-resistant glass	✓
supports HDR10	✕
supports HDR10+	✕
Always-On Display	✕
supports Dolby Vision	✕
Has a secondary screen	✓
resolution (secondary screen)	360 x 360px
has a touch screen	✓

The Cubot KingKong 11 sports a 6.72″ IPS LCD touchscreen with a 1080 x 2400 px resolution and a pixel density of 392 ppi, paired with a 120Hz refresh rate for smooth scrolling and responsive interaction. The display is protected by branded damage-resistant glass, though it does not support HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, or an Always-On Display mode. Alongside the main screen, the device includes a secondary display with a resolution of 360 x 360px, offering an additional area for at-a-glance information.

Performance:

internal storage	256GB
RAM	16GB
Chipset (SoC) name	MediaTek Dimensity 7025
GPU name	IMG BXM-8-256
CPU speed	2 x 2.5 & 6 x 2 GHz
Geekbench 6 result (multi)	2291
Geekbench 6 result (single)	884
Geekbench 5 result (multi)	1890
Geekbench 5 result (single)	690
GPU clock speed	900 MHz
Has integrated LTE	✓
RAM speed	2750 MHz
semiconductor size	6 nm
Supports 64-bit	✓
DirectX version	DirectX 12
Has integrated graphics	✓
Uses big.LITTLE technology	✓
Has NX bit	✓
Uses HMP	✓
maximum memory bandwidth	51.2 GB/s
OpenCL version	2
memory channels	4
maximum memory amount	16GB
uses multithreading	✓
DDR memory version	5
shading units	18

The Cubot KingKong 11 is driven by the MediaTek Dimensity 7025 chipset, a 6 nm SoC with a CPU configuration of 2 cores at 2.5 GHz and 6 cores at 2 GHz, utilizing big.LITTLE technology and Heterogeneous Multi-Processing for efficient workload distribution. It is paired with 16GB of LPDDR5 RAM running at 2750 MHz across 4 memory channels, delivering a maximum memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s, alongside 256GB of internal storage. Graphics are handled by the integrated IMG BXM-8-256 GPU clocked at 900 MHz, featuring 18 shading units with support for DirectX 12 and OpenCL 2. The platform supports 64-bit processing, multithreading, NX bit security, and integrated LTE, with Geekbench 6 scores of 884 single-core and 2291 multi-core reflecting its overall computational output.

Cameras:

megapixels (main camera)	108 & 8 MP
Has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) main camera	✓
megapixels (front camera)	32MP
has built-in optical image stabilization	✕
Has a dual-tone LED flash	✕
number of flash LEDs	1
has a BSI sensor	✕
has a CMOS sensor	✓
has continuous autofocus when recording movies	✓
Has phase-detection autofocus for photos	✓
supports slow-motion video recording	✕
has a built-in HDR mode	✓
has manual exposure	✓
has a flash	✓
optical zoom	0x
has manual ISO	✓
has a serial shot mode	✓
has manual focus	✓
has a front camera	✓
Has laser autofocus	✕
Shoots 360° panorama	✕
has manual white balance	✓
shoots raw	✕
has touch autofocus	✓
has manual shutter speed	✕
can create panoramas in-camera	✓
Has timelapse function	✕
Has a front-facing LED flash	✕
has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) front camera	✕
supports HDR10 recording	✕
supports Dolby Vision recording	✕
has a front-facing camera under the display	✕
Has a RGB LED flash	✕
has 3D photo/video recording capabilities	✕

The Cubot KingKong 11 features a dual-lens rear camera system combining a 108 MP and an 8 MP sensor, both using a CMOS sensor without back-side illumination. Focusing options include phase-detection autofocus for stills, continuous autofocus during video recording, touch autofocus, and manual focus, though laser autofocus is absent. The camera supports HDR mode, manual exposure, manual ISO, manual white balance, burst mode, and in-camera panoramas, while optical image stabilization, optical zoom, manual shutter speed, slow-motion recording, RAW capture, timelapse, 360° panorama, HDR10 recording, and Dolby Vision recording are not available. A single LED flash is present on the rear, while the front-facing 32 MP single-lens camera has no dedicated flash and is not positioned under the display. Neither 3D photo or video recording nor RGB flash functionality is included.

Operating system:

Android version	Android 15
has clipboard warnings	✓
has location privacy options	✓
has camera/microphone privacy options	✓
has Mail Privacy Protection	✕
has theme customization	✓
can block app tracking	✓
blocks cross-site tracking	✕
has on-device machine learning	✓
has notification permissions	✓
has media picker	✓
Can play games while they download	✓
has dark mode	✓
has Wi-Fi password sharing	✕
has battery health check	✓
has an extra dim mode	✓
has focus modes	✕
has dynamic theming	✓
can offload apps	✓
Has customizable notifications	✓
has Live Text	✓
has full-page screenshots	✓
supports split screen	✓
gets direct OS updates	✕
has PiP	✓
Can be used as a PC	✕
Has sharing intents	✓
has a child lock	✓
Supports widgets	✓
Is free and open source	✓
Has offline voice recognition	✓
has voice commands	✓
Tracks the current position of a mobile device	✓
is a multi-user system	✓
has Quick Start	✕

The Cubot KingKong 11 runs Android 15, an open-source platform that supports multi-user accounts, on-device machine learning, offline voice recognition, voice commands, and device tracking. Privacy tools include clipboard warnings, location privacy options, camera and microphone access controls, and the ability to block app tracking, though cross-site tracking blocking and Mail Privacy Protection are not available. The interface offers theme customization, dynamic theming, dark mode, an extra dim mode, customizable notifications, widgets, a media picker, sharing intents, Live Text, and full-page screenshots, while focus modes and Wi-Fi password sharing are absent. Multitasking is supported through split-screen mode and Picture-in-Picture, and users can offload apps, play games while they download, and check battery health. Direct OS updates from the vendor are not provided, and the device cannot be used as a PC nor does it include a Quick Start feature.

Battery:

battery power	10200 mAh
has wireless charging	✕
Supports fast charging	✓
charging speed	33W
has reverse wireless charging	✕
comes with a charger	✓
has a removable battery	✕
has a battery level indicator	✓
has a rechargeable battery	✓

The Cubot KingKong 11 houses a 10200 mAh rechargeable battery with a built-in level indicator, and a charger is included in the box. It supports 33W fast charging, helping to reduce time spent tethered to an outlet. Wireless charging and reverse wireless charging are not available, and the battery is non-removable.

Audio:

has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack	✕
has stereo speakers	✓
has aptX	✕
has LDAC	✕
has aptX HD	✕
has aptX Adaptive	✕
has aptX Lossless	✕

The Cubot KingKong 11 includes stereo speakers for audio output, but does not feature a 3.5 mm headphone jack. On the wireless audio side, none of the advanced Bluetooth codec options are supported, including aptX, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless, and LDAC.

Connectivity & Features:

has 5G support	✓
Wi-Fi version	Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
SIM cards	2 SIM
Bluetooth version	5.1
has an external memory slot	✓
Has USB Type-C	✓
has NFC	✓
download speed	2770 MBits/s
Has a fingerprint scanner	✓
has emergency SOS via satellite	✕
has crash detection	✕
is DLNA-certified	✕
has a gyroscope	✓
supports ANT+	✕
Has a heart rate monitor	✕
has GPS	✓
has a compass	✓
supports Wi-Fi	✓
Has an infrared sensor	✕
has an accelerometer	✓
has a cellular module	✓
Has a barometer	✕
has an HDMI output	✕
Uses 3D facial recognition	✕
Has an iris scanner	✕
Stylus included	✕
supports Galileo	✓
Has motion tracking	✕
Has optical tracking	✕
Has a built-in projector	✕

The Cubot KingKong 11 supports 5G cellular connectivity alongside dual SIM capability, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) and Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), and Bluetooth 5.1. It features a USB Type-C port, NFC, and an external memory slot for expandable storage, with a maximum download speed of 2770 MBits/s. Location capabilities include GPS with Galileo support and a compass, while onboard sensors cover a gyroscope and accelerometer. A fingerprint scanner handles biometric authentication, though 3D facial recognition and an iris scanner are not present. Features such as HDMI output, infrared sensor, barometer, heart rate monitor, ANT+, DLNA certification, crash detection, emergency SOS via satellite, a stylus, motion tracking, optical tracking, and a built-in projector are all absent.

Miscellaneous:

has a video light	✓
Has sapphire glass display	✕
Has a curved display	✕
Has an e-paper display	✕

The Cubot KingKong 11 includes a video light to assist with recording in low-light conditions. The display is flat rather than curved and uses neither sapphire glass nor an e-paper panel.

Final Verdict

The Cubot KingKong 11 is a purpose-built rugged smartphone that makes a clear case for users who need reliable hardware in demanding conditions. Its IP68-rated waterproof build combined with a 10200 mAh battery forms the core of its identity — offering genuine resilience and lasting endurance that most standard smartphones do not prioritize. The MediaTek Dimensity 7025 chipset, 16GB of RAM, and 256GB of storage ensure the device handles everyday tasks and multitasking without friction, while the 120Hz display and secondary screen add a layer of practical usability. Where it falls short — particularly in audio flexibility, camera versatility, and its considerable physical bulk — reflects the inherent trade-offs of a rugged-first design philosophy. For users whose priority is a durable, long-lasting device that holds up in tough environments, the KingKong 11 delivers on its core promise; those seeking a refined multimedia or photography experience would be better served elsewhere.