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CUBOT Kingkong Star (24GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£250RAM capacity:24 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.78 inchesMain camera megapixels:100 MP & 24 MP & 5 MP

CUBOT Kingkong Star (24GB + 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 Star (24GB + 256GB)
6.4/10

Overall score

Score
6.4/ 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.
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Score components

90%

6.3

Technical score

10%

7.7

User score

â–¼Worse than 60% of smartphones
7.3

Value for money

Value for money
7.3/ 10
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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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Score components

70%

6.4

Overall score

30%

9.2

Price

â–¼Worse than 56%
6.3

Technical score

Technical score
6.3/ 10
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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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Score components

25%

6.4

Performance & Hardware

18%

5.5

Camera

15%

6.1

Display

15%

7.0

Battery

10%

7.2

Software

10%

7.7

Connectivity

4%

2.2

Audio

3%

5.4

Design

â–¼Worse than 61%
7.7

User score

User score
7.7/ 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
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Score components

70%

7.7

User ratings

30%

7.7

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 77%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone CUBOT Kingkong Star (24GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.3/ 10
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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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Score components:

25%

6.4

Performance & Hardware

18%

5.5

Camera

15%

6.1

Display

15%

7.0

Battery

10%

7.2

Software

10%

7.7

Connectivity

4%

2.2

Audio

3%

5.4

Design

6.3
User score
User score
7.7/ 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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Score components

70%

7.7

User ratings

30%

7.7

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.7
Popularity
Popularity
7.7/ 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.
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Popularity:
CUBOT Kingkong Star (24GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 7.7 points, which is higher than 72% of smartphones.
7.7
Value for money
Value for money
7.3/ 10
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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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Score components:

70%

6.4

Overall score

30%

9.2

Price

7.3
Brand name
CUBOT
Processor model
MediaTek Dimensity 700
This smartphone uses the MediaTek Dimensity 700 processor model which is slower than processors in 58.3% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.8% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
24 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 24 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 96.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 2% of smartphones.
Internal storage
256 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
2.2 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.2 GHz which is lower than the boost speed of 68.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 14.2% 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
100 MP & 24 MP & 5 MP
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 100 MP & 24 MP & 5 MP which is higher than that of 88.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
?
Main camera sensor area
25 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 25 mm² which is smaller than the main camera sensor area of 71.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.5 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.5 µm which is smaller than in 99.8% of smartphones and equal to the size in 0.2% of smartphones.
1 binned
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Number of SIM slots
2
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
yes
This smartphone supports 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
6.78 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.78 inches which is larger than the screens of 73.5% of smartphones and equal to those of 9.5% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 2460 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1080x2460 px which is higher than that of 65.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.4% of smartphones.
Pixel density
396 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 396 ppi which is higher than that of 50.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 3.1% of smartphones.
Display type
IPS LCD
This smartphone uses a IPS LCD display type. 0% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
90 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 90 Hz which is lower than in 65.4% of smartphones and equal to that in 18.9% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
10,600 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
33 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 33 W which is faster than in 38.9% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 12% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
no
This smartphone does not include 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
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
180.2 mm
This smartphone has a height of 180.2 mm which is taller than 98.6% of smartphones.
Width
80.8 mm
This smartphone has a width of 80.8 mm which is wider than 89.9% of smartphones.
Thickness
17.8 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 17.8 mm which is thicker than 95.4% of smartphones.
Weight
395 g
This smartphone weighs 395 g which is heavier than 96.8% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.1% of smartphones.
Device volume
244,800 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 244,800 cm³ which is larger than 95.7% of smartphones.
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CUBOT Kingkong Star (24GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 16 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (24 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    24 GB vs 8 GB
  • 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
  • 66.7% lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (10 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    10 W vs 6 W
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (100 MP & 24 MP & 5 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    100 MP & 24 MP & 5 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 0.11 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.8 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.78 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 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
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1080x2460 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1080x2460 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (32 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    32 MP vs 16 MP
  • 42.3% more popular
    CUBOT Kingkong Star (24GB + 256GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (7.74 vs 5.4).
    7.74 vs 5.44
  • 16 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (24 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    24 GB vs 8 GB
  • 66.7% lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (10 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    10 W vs 6 W
  • 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
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (100 MP & 24 MP & 5 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    100 MP & 24 MP & 5 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (32 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    32 MP vs 16 MP
  • 0.11 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.8 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.78 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1080x2460 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1080x2460 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 0.3% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (396 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    396 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 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
  • 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
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 700 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 700 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 25% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (90 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    90 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • Lacks multithreading support
    This smartphone does not support multithreading, the average smartphone does. 80.5% of smartphones support multithreading.
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • 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.
  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • 3.6% lower user score
    User score
    7.7/ 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.
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    the average smartphone
    CUBOT Kingkong Star (24GB + 256GB) has a lower user score than the average smartphone (7.72 vs 8.000).
    7.72 vs 8
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 700 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 700 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • Lacks multithreading support
    This smartphone does not support multithreading, the average smartphone does. 80.5% of smartphones support multithreading.
  • 50% less L3 cache
    This smartphone has a smaller L3 cache than the average smartphone (2048 KB vs 4096 KB). The average smartphone has an L3 cache of 4096 KB.
    2,048 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 27.8% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (680 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in the Geekbench 6 single-core test.
    680 vs 942
  • 16.7% larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (7 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    7 nm vs 6 nm
  • 87.5% fewer shader units
    This smartphone includes fewer shader units than the average smartphone (32 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    32 vs 256
  • 8.3% lower CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a lower CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 22.4% slower memory speed
    This smartphone has a lower memory speed than the average smartphone (2133 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone has a memory speed of 2750 MHz.
    2,133 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 14.3% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 14 GB
  • 23.1% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (1947 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in the Geekbench 6 multi-core test.
    1,947 vs 2,533
  • 33.3% lower memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has lower memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (17.1 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average smartphone has a bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s.
    17.07 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 2.3% less L2 cache
    This smartphone has a smaller L2 cache than the average smartphone (1000 KB vs 1024 KB). The average smartphone has an L2 cache of 1024 KB.
    1,000 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • 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
  • 0.3 µm smaller main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (0.5 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average smartphone has a pixel size of 0.8 µm.
    1 binned
    0.5 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • 21.9% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (25 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    25 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 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.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This smartphone uses an older Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.1 vs 5.2). The average smartphone uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.1 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
  • 25% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (90 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    90 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • 2.01x heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (395 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    395 g vs 196.2 g
  • 9.5 mm thicker
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (17.8 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    17.8 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 16.6 mm taller
    This smartphone is taller than the average smartphone (180.2 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone has a height of 163.6 mm.
    180.2 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 4.8 mm wider
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (80.8 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    80.8 mm vs 76 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.
    October 2023
    2023 vs 2024
  • 2.5x larger volume
    This smartphone has a larger volume than the average smartphone (244800 cm³ vs 97800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97800 cm³.
    244,800 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³

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What we like about CUBOT Kingkong Star (24GB + 256GB)

  • Exceptional battery life from the 10600mAh capacity, often lasting several days.
  • Highly durable build with IP68, IP69K, and MIL-STD-810H certifications for extreme environments.
  • Innovative 1.09-inch rear 'smart screen' for quick notifications and music control.
  • Solid mid-range performance for daily tasks and casual gaming thanks to the Dimensity 700 5G chipset.
  • Large amount of storage (256GB) and expandable RAM (up to 24GB total).
  • Stock Android experience with minimal bloatware.
  • Includes a 33W fast charger in the box.

What we don't like about CUBOT Kingkong Star (24GB + 256GB)

  • Heavy and bulky design (approx. 395g), making it difficult to carry in standard pockets.
  • Camera performance is often described as disappointing, with reports of autofocus and stabilization issues.
  • Lacks optical image stabilization (OIS) and 4K video recording support.
  • IPS display brightness and color accuracy are average and can struggle in direct sunlight.
  • The recessed USB-C port design may make it incompatible with some non-native third-party cables.
  • No 3.5mm headphone jack.
  • Inconsistent fingerprint sensor reliability reported by some long-term users.

Verdict

The Cubot KingKong Star (24GB + 256GB) is a rugged 5G smartphone running Android 13, known for its exceptional durability with IP68/IP69K and MIL-STD-810H certifications, making it waterproof, dustproof, and drop-proof. A main characteristic is its colossal 10600mAh battery with 33W fast charging, offering several days of use on a single charge, a major pro. It is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 700 5G processor and boasts a large 6.78-inch Full HD+ main display, a unique 1.09-inch customizable rear screen, a 100MP main camera, and a 24MP night vision camera. The main con is its significant weight and bulkiness due to the large battery and rugged design, which some users find inconvenient to carry in a pocket, and the camera quality has received mixed reviews, sometimes producing blurry photos despite the high megapixel count. Additionally, some users have reported connectivity issues with specific network carriers like AT T and Verizon Wireless in the US, which are noted as unsupported.

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