Cubot KingKong ES

The Cubot KingKong ES is built with durability in mind, featuring a rugged build and an IP68 rating, ensuring it is waterproof and resistant to dust and water exposure. With a weight of 268g and dimensions of 81.2mm in width, 172.6mm in height, and 12.8mm in thickness, this device offers a solid and sturdy feel. It has a total volume of 179.39 cm³, making it a robust smartphone suitable for tough environments. The device cannot be folded, adding to its sturdy, one-piece construction.

The Cubot KingKong ES features a 6.56″ LCD, IPS display with a resolution of 720 x 1612 px, offering clear visuals for everyday use. With a pixel density of 269 ppi and a 90Hz refresh rate, the display provides smooth interactions. While it lacks branded damage-resistant glass and advanced display features like HDR10 or Dolby Vision, it supports a responsive touch screen for regular usage.

The Cubot KingKong ES is powered by the Unisoc T606 chipset, offering a solid balance of performance with its 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. The device supports expandable memory up to 1024GB, providing ample storage for apps and media. With a GPU clock speed of 650 MHz and support for DirectX 12 and OpenGL ES 3.2, it offers decent graphics performance for everyday tasks and light gaming. The processor includes eight threads, with a maximum CPU speed of 1.6 GHz on both its big and little cores, ensuring smooth operation in multiple tasks.

The Cubot KingKong ES features a dual-lens main camera with a 48MP primary sensor and a 2MP secondary sensor, offering a solid photography experience with phase-detection autofocus for sharp, detailed photos. The camera also supports manual exposure, manual ISO, and burst mode for greater control over images. The 16MP front camera ensures high-quality selfies, while both cameras are equipped with a flash for better lighting in low-light conditions. The device also supports slow-motion video recording and HDR mode for improved video and photo quality in various lighting conditions.

The Cubot KingKong ES runs on Android 14 and offers a variety of useful privacy and customization features. It includes location privacy options, camera/microphone access controls, and clipboard warnings for enhanced security. The device also supports dark mode, dynamic theming, and theme customization for a personalized experience. Additional features include split screen multitasking, PiP (Picture-in-Picture) mode, and offline voice recognition for more flexible usage.

The Cubot KingKong ES is equipped with a 5100 mAh rechargeable battery for long-lasting power. While it lacks support for wireless charging and features a non-removable battery, it does provide a battery level indicator for easy monitoring of charge status, ensuring you stay informed throughout the day.

The audio capabilities of this device do not include a 3.5 mm audio jack, stereo speakers, or any of the advanced Bluetooth audio technologies such as aptX, LDAC, or aptX HD. Additionally, there is no radio feature, limiting the range of audio options available.

This device supports Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) and Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) for fast wireless connectivity, as well as Bluetooth 5 for pairing with external devices. It offers a dual SIM setup and an external memory slot for expandable storage. The device also features GPS and a compass, ensuring reliable navigation, while a USB Type-C port is available for data transfer and charging. However, it lacks 5G support, NFC, and other advanced features such as a fingerprint scanner or satellite SOS.

This device includes a video light to enhance your video recording experience, ensuring better lighting in low-light situations. However, it does not feature a sapphire glass display, a curved display, or an e-paper display, which means it lacks some of the premium display features seen in other devices.