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Cubot Tab Kingkong 4G (8GB + 256GB) Review | 168 Data compared

Avg. price:~£220RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:10.1 inchesChipset:MediaTek MT8788

Cubot Tab Kingkong 4G (8GB + 256GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Cubot Tab Kingkong 4G (8GB + 256GB)
7.0/10

Overall score

Score
7.0/ 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
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Score components

90%

7.0

Technical score

10%

6.8

User score

â–²Better than 67% of tablets
7.7

Value for money

Value for money
7.7/ 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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â–² Better than 71% of models
Score components

70%

7.0

Overall score

30%

9.4

Price

â–²Better than 71%
7.0

Technical score

Technical score
7.0/ 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 Tablets based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components

22%

7.0

Performance

20%

5.9

Display

16%

7.8

Camera

14%

8.2

Battery

12%

7.3

Connectivity

8%

8.2

Software & Features

5%

5.1

Design

3%

3.7

Audio & Multimedia

â–²Better than 70%
6.8

User score

User score
6.8/ 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%

8.0

User ratings

30%

3.9

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
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Technical Specifications of tablet Cubot Tab Kingkong 4G (8GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.0/ 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 Tablets based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 70% of models
Score components:

22%

7.0

Performance

20%

5.9

Display

16%

7.8

Camera

14%

8.2

Battery

12%

7.3

Connectivity

8%

8.2

Software & Features

5%

5.1

Design

3%

3.7

Audio & Multimedia

7.0
User score
User score
6.8/ 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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â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

User ratings

30%

3.9

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
6.8
Popularity
Popularity
3.9/ 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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â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
Popularity:
Cubot Tab Kingkong 4G (8GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 3.9 points, which is higher than 55.9% of Tablets.
3.9
Value for money
Value for money
7.7/ 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
â–² Better than 71% of models
Score components:

70%

7.0

Overall score

30%

9.4

Price

7.7
RAM capacity
8 GB
Market range: <2 GB – >12 GB
This tablet has a RAM capacity of 8 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 72.3% of tablets and equal to that of 17.8% of tablets.
Process node
12 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 12 nm process node, which is smaller than the node size used in 53.7% of tablets and equal to the node used in 13.6% of tablets.
Internal storage
256 GB
Market range: <0 GB – >250 GB
This tablet has an internal storage capacity of 256 GB which is larger than the storage of 76.5% of tablets and equal to that of 15.7% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
?
Chipset
MediaTek MT8788
This tablet uses the MediaTek MT8788 chipset, which is less advanced than the chipsets in 84.2% of tablets and equal to those in 0.5% of tablets.
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Screen resolution
1920×1200
This tablet has a screen resolution of 1920×1200 which is higher than that of 39.2% of tablets and equal to that of 18.8% of tablets.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >120 Hz
This tablet supports a refresh rate of 60 Hz which is equal to that in 73.8% of tablets.
Display type
IPS LCD
This tablet uses a IPS LCD display type. 17% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
224 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 224 ppi which is higher than that of 50% of tablets and equal to that of 11.6% of tablets.
Display glass type
?
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Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical image stabilization. 0.4% of tablets include OIS.
Main camera megapixels
16 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a main camera resolution of 16 MP which is higher than that of 95.6% of tablets and equal to that of 1.6% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
8 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera resolution of 8 MP which is higher than in 69.7% of tablets and equal to that in 19.5% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
f/2.0
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/2.0 which is wider than that of 57.5% of tablets and equal to that of 24.5% of tablets.
Optical zoom
1xxx
This tablet supports 1xx optical zoom which is higher than in 18.4% of tablets and equal to that in 80.7% of tablets.
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Battery capacity
10,600 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has a battery capacity of 10,600 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 94.8% of tablets.
Charging speed
18 W
Market range: <10 W – >60 W
This tablet supports charging speeds of 18 W which is faster than in 48% of tablets and equal to speeds in 12.3% of tablets.
Battery life
18 hours
Market range: <6 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 18 hours, which is longer than that of 93.4% of tablets and equal to that of 2% of tablets.
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets support wireless charging.
Fast charging
yes
This tablet supports fast charging. 50.4% of tablets support fast charging.
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LTE support
yes
This tablet supports LTE. 36.8% of tablets include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This tablet supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 0.2% of tablets offer Wi-Fi support.
GPS
yes
This tablet supports GPS. 17.3% of tablets include GPS functionality.
5G connectivity
no
This tablet does not support 5G connectivity. 11.1% of tablets support 5G.
NFC
no
This tablet does not support NFC. 10.9% of tablets support NFC.
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Operating system
Android
This tablet uses the Android operating system, which is more advanced than the one used by 23.3%.
Update support duration
short
This tablet offers short update support, which is shorter than the support period of 52.7% of tablets and equal to that of 47.3% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
yes
This tablet receives direct OS updates. 20.3% of tablets receive direct updates.
On-device AI
no
This tablet does not support on-device AI. 28.3% of tablets support this capability.
App tracking protection
no
This tablet does not include app tracking protection. 28.3% of tablets include app tracking protection.
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IP rating
IP68/IP69K
This tablet has an IP rating of IP68/IP69K which is higher than that of 98.5% of tablets and equal to that of 1.5% of tablets.
Weight
820 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 820 g which is heavier than 95.3% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.8% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
yes
This tablet supports a keyboard accessory. 15.8% of tablets support this option.
Pen latency
N/A
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Number of microphones
1
Market range: <0 – >5
This tablet includes 1 microphones, which is more than in 0.2% of tablets and equal to the number in 54.8% of tablets.
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this codec.
Dolby Atmos support
no
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.5% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This tablet includes 2 speakers, which is more than in 9.8% of tablets and equal to the number in 60.9% of tablets.
FM radio
?
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Cubot Tab Kingkong 4G (8GB + 256GB) vs the average tablet

246810TotalPerformanceDisplayCameraBatteryConnectivitySoftware & FeaturesDesignAudio & Multimedia
  • 8 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (18 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    18 hours vs 10 hours
  • 8 MP higher main camera megapixels
    This tablet has a higher main camera resolution than the average tablet (16 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet main camera has 8 MP megapixels.
    16 MP vs 8 MP
  • 4x more storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (256 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet provides 64 GB of internal storage.
    256 GB vs 64 GB
  • 61.1% larger battery capacity
    This tablet has a higher battery capacity than the average tablet (10,600 mAh vs 6,580 mAh). The average tablet battery has capacity of 6,580 mAh.
    10,600 mAh vs 6,580 mAh
  • Higher IP rating
    This tablet has a better IP rating than the average tablet (IP68/IP69K vs not rated). Water and dust protection are still uncommon on tablets.
    IP68/IP69K vs not rated
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This tablet has more RAM capacity than the average tablet (8 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    8 GB vs 4 GB
  • 3 MP higher front camera megapixels
    This tablet has more front camera megapixels than the average tablet (8 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has 5 MP front camera resolution.
    8 MP vs 5 MP
  • Supports fast charging
    This tablet supports fast charging, the average tablet does not. 49.7% of tablets feature fast charging.
  • 4x more storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (256 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet provides 64 GB of internal storage.
    256 GB vs 64 GB
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This tablet has more RAM capacity than the average tablet (8 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    8 GB vs 4 GB
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This tablet supports a newer DDR version than the average tablet (LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3). The average DDR version is LPDDR3.
    LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3
  • Better GPU
    This tablet uses the Mali-G72 MP3 GPU, while the average tablet uses Mali-G51. GPU choice is one of the main performance differences between tablets.
    Mali-G72 MP3 vs Mali-G51
  • 2 more CPU threads
    This tablet has more CPU threads than the average tablet (8 vs 6). The average tablet has 6 CPU threads.
    8 vs 6
  • 8 MP higher main camera megapixels
    This tablet has a higher main camera resolution than the average tablet (16 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet main camera has 8 MP megapixels.
    16 MP vs 8 MP
  • 3 MP higher front camera megapixels
    This tablet has more front camera megapixels than the average tablet (8 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has 5 MP front camera resolution.
    8 MP vs 5 MP
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This tablet has a better front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 front camera aperture.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This tablet has a better main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 main camera aperture.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • Includes flash
    This tablet features a built-in flash, the average tablet does not. 45.2% of tablets include a flash.
  • 8 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (18 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    18 hours vs 10 hours
  • 61.1% larger battery capacity
    This tablet has a higher battery capacity than the average tablet (10,600 mAh vs 6,580 mAh). The average tablet battery has capacity of 6,580 mAh.
    10,600 mAh vs 6,580 mAh
  • Supports fast charging
    This tablet supports fast charging, the average tablet does not. 49.7% of tablets feature fast charging.
  • Supports live text recognition
    This tablet supports live text recognition, the average tablet does not. 34.9% of tablets can recognize text from images.
  • Allows app offloading
    This tablet allows app offloading, the average tablet does not. 26.4% of tablets support app offloading.
  • Supports dynamic theme
    This tablet features dynamic themes, the average tablet does not. 29% of tablets offer dynamic theming.
  • Supports extra dim mode
    This tablet features extra dim mode, the average tablet does not. 35.4% of tablets support extra diming.
  • Includes clipboard warnings
    This tablet has clipboard warnings, the average tablet does not. 39.9% of tablets include clipboard warnings.
  • Higher IP rating
    This tablet has a better IP rating than the average tablet (IP68/IP69K vs not rated). Water and dust protection are still uncommon on tablets.
    IP68/IP69K vs not rated
  • 4 newer release date
    This tablet has a newer release date than the average tablet (2023 vs 2019).
    August 2023
    2023 vs 2019
  • Shorter update support
    This tablet offers shorter update support than the average tablet (short vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    short vs medium
  • 67.3% heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (820 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    820 g vs 490 g
  • No manual exposure control
    This tablet does not offer manual exposure control, the average tablet does. 63.6% of tablets have manual exposure.
  • No manual white balance
    This tablet does not allow manual white balance adjustments, the average tablet does. 51.6% of tablets include white balance controls.
  • 7.6 mm thicker
    This tablet is thicker than the average tablet (15.6 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8.0 mm thick.
    15.6 mm vs 8.0 mm
  • No 3.5 mm headphone jack
    This tablet does not have a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average tablet does. 72.9% of tablets include a headphone jack.
  • 30.7% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This tablet achieves a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score than the average tablet (1,310 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    1,310 points vs 1,891 points
  • No HDMI output
    This tablet does not have an HDMI output, the average tablet does. 50.1% of tablets support HDMI output.
  • 18.1% lower user score
    User score
    6.8/ 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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    Cubot Tab Kingkong 4G
    the average tablet
    Cubot Tab Kingkong 4G (8GB + 256GB) has a lower user score than the average tablet (6.77 vs 8.000).
    6.77 vs 8
  • 30.7% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This tablet achieves a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score than the average tablet (1,310 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    1,310 points vs 1,891 points
  • 266 MHz slower RAM speed
    This tablet has a lower RAM speed than the average tablet (1,600 MHz vs 1,866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1,866 MHz.
    1,600 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • 14.1% lower memory bandwidth
    This tablet has a lower memory bandwidth than the average tablet (12.8 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has memory bandwidth of 14.9 GB/s.
    12.8 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • Lower contrast ratio
    This tablet has a lower contrast ratio than the average tablet (1000:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    1,000:1 vs 1,015:1
  • No manual exposure control
    This tablet does not offer manual exposure control, the average tablet does. 63.6% of tablets have manual exposure.
  • No manual white balance
    This tablet does not allow manual white balance adjustments, the average tablet does. 51.6% of tablets include white balance controls.
  • No HDMI output
    This tablet does not have an HDMI output, the average tablet does. 50.1% of tablets support HDMI output.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This tablet uses an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (4.2 vs 5). The average tablet uses Bluetooth 5.0.
    4.2 vs 5.0
  • Shorter update support
    This tablet offers shorter update support than the average tablet (short vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    short vs medium
  • 67.3% heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (820 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    820 g vs 490 g
  • 7.6 mm thicker
    This tablet is thicker than the average tablet (15.6 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8.0 mm thick.
    15.6 mm vs 8.0 mm
  • 51.2 mm taller
    This tablet is taller than the average tablet (251.2 mm vs 200 mm). The average tablet is 200.0 mm tall.
    251.2 mm vs 200.0 mm
  • No 3.5 mm headphone jack
    This tablet does not have a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average tablet does. 72.9% of tablets include a headphone jack.

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

9.5
HansTechTalk
≈ estimated
26/07/2023
Hands-on review · display, gaming, battery and durability tests
Verdict
Cubot Tab Kingkong 4G is a durable, great-value rugged tablet with long battery life and a strong display.
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root-nation.com
31/08/2023
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22/08/2023
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KingKong vs. the Elements: How Cubot's Rugged Tab ... - Gizchina.com
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de.root-nation.com
31/08/2023
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Cubot Tab Kingkong Testbericht: Robustes Tablet
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chinamobilemag.de
20/07/2023
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Cubot Tab Kingkong: Neues Rugged-Tablet vorgestellt
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fr.root-nation.com
31/08/2023
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Test de la tablette robuste Cubot Tab Kingkong - Root Nation
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31/08/2023
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Cubot Revisión de la tableta resistente Tab Kingkong
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31/08/2023
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Third-party reviews

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

What customers like about Cubot Tab Kingkong 4G (8GB + 256GB)

  • Exceptional durability with IP68/IP69K and MIL-STD-810H ratings for water, dust, and shock resistance.
  • Massive 10,600mAh battery providing multi-day usage and reliable standby time.
  • Generous storage and memory with 256GB ROM and up to 16GB RAM (8GB physical + 8GB extended).
  • Clean user experience running stock Android 13 with no pre-installed bloatware.
  • High-value retail package typically including a charger, OTG cable, and even a simple headset.
  • Decent outdoor visibility and sharp 10.1-inch FHD+ display for its price bracket.

What customers don't like about Cubot Tab Kingkong 4G (8GB + 256GB)

  • Considerable weight (approx. 820g) and bulky design make it less portable for casual use.
  • Mediocre camera performance, especially in low-light conditions where noise and blur become prominent.
  • Slow 18W charging speeds for such a large battery capacity, leading to long recharge times.
  • Mixed display feedback regarding a 'clunky' brightness bar that remains too bright at the lowest settings.
  • Basic stereo speaker quality that lacks depth for immersive media consumption.
  • Lack of 5G support, limited to 4G LTE connectivity.

Verdict

The Cubot Tab KingKong is a rugged 4G tablet featuring a 10.1-inch FHD+ IPS display (1920 x 1200) and a durable build with IP68 and IP69K certifications for water and dust resistance. It is powered by a MediaTek MT8788 octa-core processor paired with 8GB of RAM (expandable by an additional 8GB via software) and 256GB of internal storage, which can be further increased to 1TB using a microSD card. Key advantages include its massive 10,600mAh battery for extended outdoor use, OTG reverse charging support, and a clean, bloatware-free Android 13 experience. However, notable drawbacks include its significant weight of 820g, which can make long-term handheld use tiring, and a relatively slow 18W charging speed that takes several hours to fully replenish the high-capacity battery.

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