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CUBOT Kingkong 8 (12GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£170RAM capacity:12 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.53 inchesMain camera megapixels:48 MP & 2 MP & 0.3 MP

CUBOT Kingkong 8 (12GB + 256GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

CUBOT Kingkong 8 (12GB + 256GB)
5.8/10

Overall score

Score
5.8/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 85% of models
Score components

90%

5.6

Technical score

10%

7.6

User score

▼Worse than 85% of smartphones
6.9

Value for money

Value for money
6.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 84% of models
Score components

70%

5.8

Overall score

30%

9.6

Price

▼Worse than 84%
5.6

Technical score

Technical score
5.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 85% of models
Score components

25%

5.1

Performance & Hardware

18%

5.3

Camera

15%

4.8

Display

15%

6.3

Battery

10%

7.2

Software

10%

6.7

Connectivity

4%

3.8

Audio

3%

5.6

Design

▼Worse than 85%
7.6

User score

User score
7.6/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 82% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

User ratings

30%

6.6

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
▼Worse than 82%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone CUBOT Kingkong 8 (12GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 85% of models
Score components:

25%

5.1

Performance & Hardware

18%

5.3

Camera

15%

4.8

Display

15%

6.3

Battery

10%

7.2

Software

10%

6.7

Connectivity

4%

3.8

Audio

3%

5.6

Design

5.6
User score
User score
7.6/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 82% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

User ratings

30%

6.6

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.6
Popularity
Popularity
6.6/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 60% of models
Popularity:
CUBOT Kingkong 8 (12GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 6.6 points, which is higher than 60.2% of smartphones.
6.6
Value for money
Value for money
6.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 84% of models
Score components:

70%

5.8

Overall score

30%

9.6

Price

6.9
Brand name
CUBOT
Processor model
MediaTek MT8788
This smartphone uses the MediaTek MT8788 processor model which is slower than processors in 93.2% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.4% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
12 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 12 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 59% of smartphones and equal to that of 24.3% of smartphones.
Internal storage
256 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 256 GB which is larger than the storage of 38.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 38.3% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2 GHz which is lower than the boost speed of 84.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 8.3% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 13
Android version
Android 13
This smartphone runs Android version Android 13 which is older than that found in 50.6% of smartphones and equal to that in 16.5% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
48 MP & 2 MP & 0.3 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 48 MP & 2 MP & 0.3 MP which is lower than that of 80.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.79 & f/ & f/
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.79 & f/ & f/ which is wider than that of 75.1% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
30.7 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 30.7 mm² which is smaller than the main camera sensor area of 63.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 6.3% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.8 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.8 µm which is larger than in 35.5% of smartphones and equal to the size in 21.9% of smartphones.
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
no
This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.53 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.53 inches which is smaller than the screens of 78% of smartphones and equal to those of 0.5% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
720x 1612 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 720x1612 px which is lower than that of 78.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 5.3% of smartphones.
Pixel density
270 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 270 ppi which is lower than that of 79% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.3% of smartphones.
Display type
IPS LCD
This smartphone uses a IPS LCD display type. 0% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 60 Hz which is lower than in 84.3% of smartphones and equal to that in 15.7% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
10,600 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 10,600 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 95.9% of smartphones and equal to those in 0.8% of smartphones.
Charging speed
18 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 18 W which is slower than in 76% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 11.7% of smartphones.
Fast charging
no
This smartphone does not support fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
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Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
2
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 10.5% of smartphones and equal to the number in 66.6% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
169.9 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 169.9 mm which is taller than 87.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Width
80.2 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 80.2 mm which is wider than 89.4% of smartphones.
Thickness
20 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 20 mm which is thicker than 97.9% of smartphones.
Weight
382 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 382 g which is heavier than 96.1% of smartphones.
Device volume
270,400 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 270,400 cm³ which is larger than 97.6% of smartphones.
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CUBOT Kingkong 8 (12GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 2.12x larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (10600 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    10,600 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • 1.5 m deeper water resistance
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (1.5 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    1.5 m vs 0 m
  • Has a rugged design
    This smartphone features a rugged design, the average smartphone does not. 7.5% of smartphones are built for durability.
  • 2x more L1
    This smartphone has more L1 cache than the average smartphone (64 KB vs 32 KB). The average L1 cache is 32 KB.
    64 KB vs 32 KB
  • Better IP rating
    This smartphone has a better IP rating than the average smartphone (IP68 vs IP67). The average IP rating is IP67.
    IP68 vs IP67
  • 52.9% cheaper
    CUBOT Kingkong 8 (12GB + 256GB) is cheaper than the average smartphone (£170 vs £260).
    £170 vs £260
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.79 & f/ & f/ vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.79 & f/ & f/ vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 52.9% cheaper
    CUBOT Kingkong 8 (12GB + 256GB) is cheaper than the average smartphone (£170 vs £260).
    £170 vs £260
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • 2x more L1
    This smartphone has more L1 cache than the average smartphone (64 KB vs 32 KB). The average L1 cache is 32 KB.
    64 KB vs 32 KB
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.79 & f/ & f/ vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.79 & f/ & f/ vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 2.12x larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (10600 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    10,600 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 1.5 m deeper water resistance
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (1.5 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    1.5 m vs 0 m
  • Has a rugged design
    This smartphone features a rugged design, the average smartphone does not. 7.5% of smartphones are built for durability.
  • Better IP rating
    This smartphone has a better IP rating than the average smartphone (IP68 vs IP67). The average IP rating is IP67.
    IP68 vs IP67
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek MT8788 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek MT8788 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • Inferior display type
    This smartphone has an inferior display type compared to the average smartphone (IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED). 0.00% of smartphones use the superior display type.
    IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • 2x larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (12 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    12 nm vs 6 nm
  • Worse main camera video quality
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 11.80x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1080x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • Lacks multithreading support
    This smartphone does not support multithreading, the average smartphone does. 80.5% of smartphones support multithreading.
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • 5.6% worse value for money
    CUBOT Kingkong 8 (12GB + 256GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (6.95 vs 7.3).
    6.95 vs 7.34
  • 5.9% lower user score
    User score
    7.6/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
    ▼▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    CUBOT Kingkong 8
    the average smartphone
    CUBOT Kingkong 8 (12GB + 256GB) has a lower user score than the average smartphone (7.55 vs 8.000).
    7.55 vs 8
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek MT8788 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek MT8788 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 2x larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (12 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    12 nm vs 6 nm
  • Lacks multithreading support
    This smartphone does not support multithreading, the average smartphone does. 80.5% of smartphones support multithreading.
  • 42.9% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (8 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    8 GB vs 14 GB
  • 16.7% lower CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a lower CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.0 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 82.3% lower PassMark benchmark
    This smartphone has a lower PassMark score than the average smartphone (778 vs 4,389). The average smartphone scores 4,389 in PassMark.
    778 vs 4,389
  • Lacks big.LITTLE architecture
    This smartphone does not use a big.LITTLE architecture, the average smartphone does. 98.4% of smartphones use a big.LITTLE architecture.
  • 74.3% lower PassMark single-core benchmark
    This smartphone has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average smartphone (254 vs 988). The average smartphone scores 988 for single-core performance.
    254 vs 988
  • 16.7% higher TDP (less efficient)
    This smartphone has a higher TDP than the average smartphone (5 W vs 6 W). The average smartphone has a TDP of 6 W.
    5 W vs 6 W
  • 47.6% lower memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has lower memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (13.4 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average smartphone has a bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s.
    13.41 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • Lacks NX Bit security
    This smartphone does not support NX Bit, the average smartphone does. 94.6% of smartphones support NX Bit.
  • Lacks ARM TrustZone
    This smartphone does not support ARM TrustZone, the average smartphone does. 98% of smartphones support ARM TrustZone.
  • 50% less L2 cache
    This smartphone has a smaller L2 cache than the average smartphone (512 KB vs 1024 KB). The average smartphone has an L2 cache of 1024 KB.
    512 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • 81.3% fewer shader units
    This smartphone includes fewer shader units than the average smartphone (48 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    48 vs 256
  • 5.3% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (900 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    900 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • Lower CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a lower CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (8x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    8x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 13 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 13 vs Android 14
  • Worse main camera video quality
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 11.80x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1080x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (48 MP & 2 MP & 0.3 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    48 MP & 2 MP & 0.3 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • No slow-motion recording
    This smartphone does not support slow-motion recording, the average smartphone does. 90.3% of smartphones offer slow-mo features.
  • No timelapse video
    This smartphone does not support timelapse video, the average smartphone does. 92.3% of smartphones include timelapse modes.
  • 4.1% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (30.7 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    30.7 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.45 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.45 vs f/2.2
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This smartphone uses an older Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (4.2 vs 5.2). The average smartphone uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    4.2 vs 5.2
  • Inferior display type
    This smartphone has an inferior display type compared to the average smartphone (IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED). 0.00% of smartphones use the superior display type.
    IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 31.6% lower pixel density
    This smartphone has a lower pixel density than the average smartphone (270 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    270 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Lower screen resolution
    This smartphone has a lower screen resolution than the average smartphone (720x1612 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone has a resolution of 1080x2400 px.
    720x1612 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 0.14 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.5 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.53 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 45.5% slower charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower charging speed than the average smartphone (18 W vs 33 W). The average smartphone charges at 33 W.
    18 W vs 33 W
  • No fast charging support
    This smartphone does not support fast charging, the average smartphone does. 93.1% of smartphones feature fast charging.
  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • No aptX HD
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • 94.7% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (382 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    382 g vs 196.2 g
  • 11.7 mm thicker
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (20 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    20 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 4.2 mm wider
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (80.2 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    80.2 mm vs 76 mm
  • 6.3 mm taller
    This smartphone is taller than the average smartphone (169.9 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone has a height of 163.6 mm.
    169.9 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 1 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2023 vs 2024). 1.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    December 2023
    2023 vs 2024
  • 2.76x larger volume
    This smartphone has a larger volume than the average smartphone (270400 cm³ vs 97800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97800 cm³.
    270,400 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³

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root-nation.com
04/12/2023
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Cubot KingKong 8 Review: А Worthy Rugged Budget Phone 3-in-1
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04/12/2023
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24/11/2023
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04/12/2023
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04/12/2023
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Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this

What we like about CUBOT Kingkong 8 (12GB + 256GB)

  • Exceptional 10,600 mAh battery life, often lasting 2-3 days on a single charge
  • Extreme durability with IP68 and IP69K ratings for water, dust, and shock resistance
  • Integrated powerful dual LED flashlight with up to 5,000 lumens of brightness
  • Generous storage capacity of 256GB with support for 1TB expansion
  • Clean, near-stock Android 13 software experience without bloatware
  • Includes a reverse charging feature to act as a portable power bank for other devices
  • Reliable and fast side-mounted fingerprint scanner
  • Solid build quality and rugged design suitable for extreme environments

What we don't like about CUBOT Kingkong 8 (12GB + 256GB)

  • Significant weight (382g) and thickness make it bulky for standard daily use
  • Average camera performance, particularly in low-light and macro photography
  • Lower-resolution HD+ display (720x1612) lacks sharpness and color saturation
  • Lacks a 3.5mm headphone jack, requiring Bluetooth or USB-C adapters
  • No facial recognition unlock, which is missed in a rugged device
  • Reports of hardware reliability issues, such as buttons failing or software glitches
  • Single speaker quality is unbalanced and can distort at high volumes
  • Relatively slow 18W charging speed for such a massive battery capacity

Verdict

The Cubot KingKong 8 is a rugged smartphone built with IP68/IP69K and MIL-STD-810H certification, designed to withstand drops, dust, and water immersion. Key specifications include a MediaTek MT8788 octa-core processor, 12GB of RAM (including 6GB virtual extension), and 256GB of internal storage (expandable up to 1TB via microSD). It features a large 6.528-inch HD+ (1612x720) IPS display, a colossal 10600mAh battery with OTG (power bank) function, a 48MP main camera, a 16MP front camera, and an ultra-bright 5000-lumen flashlight. The main pros are its exceptional durability, massive battery life, and powerful integrated flashlight; the primary cons noted by reviewers are its considerable bulk and weight (382g), the relatively low-resolution HD+ display, and a single, average-quality rear speaker.

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