Cubot KingKong AX
Specifications
Secondary Camera: 32 MPix
Price comparison
Average of 4 scores (from 5 reviews)
Reviews for the Cubot KingKong AX
Are you looking for an outdoor phone that can easily be stashed away in your pockets despite its good protection class? Then the Cubot KingKong AX could very well meet this requirement, as it is relatively slim and features a second display on the back as its highlight. Did the stable phone manage to impress us during our test?
Source: Root Nation
The Cubot KingKong AX bears many similarities to the KingKong 9, albeit with a smaller battery, that’s true. The device boasts an attractive design, fits well in the hand, takes decent photos, has a pleasant display, and is equipped with a genuinely useful additional screen on the rear panel. All of this is housed in a body that can withstand daily wear and tear while maintaining its beautiful appearance. Overall, this model has all the necessary features to become a favorite among users looking for an affordable, reliable rugged smartphone.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 03/23/2024
Rating: Total score: 93% price: 100% performance: 100% display: 100% mobility: 100% workmanship: 90% ergonomy: 90%
Foreign Reviews
Source: Chinahandys.net
DE→ENSingle Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/25/2024
Rating: Total score: 77% performance: 80% display: 70% mobility: 70% workmanship: 90%
Source: Instalki
PL→ENPositive: Waterproof IP68 and IP69K; dust avoiding; nice display; long battery life; no bloatware; microSD card slot; high performance. Negative: Limited second screen functionality; mono speakers; poor cameras in low light condition.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 04/15/2024
Source: Unite4buy
PL→ENPositive: Affordable price; excellent autonomy; modern design; waterproof IP68; nice cameras.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/23/2024
Source: Root Nation CN
zh-CN→ENSingle Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 03/23/2024
Rating: Total score: 93% price: 100% display: 100% mobility: 100% workmanship: 90% ergonomy: 90%
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Cubot KingKong AX
After Cubot KingKong 9, it is the Cubot King Kong AX’s turn to rock the market with its design and specifications. It is quite safe to say that the Cubot KingKong AX boasts a rather attractive design which is simultaneously rugged and elegant. While the device is predominantly made of metal which is quite evident with its weight of almost 300g, the phone is still comfortable enough for single-handed use. The phone has been advertised by the manufacturer as “ultra-thin,” which holds true for a phone of this category and degree of protection. In terms of its display, the KingKong AX is equipped with a 6.583-inch display, protected by Panda Glass. Apart from that, there is a large module with a camera and display on the rear panel. The display also supports refresh rates of 120Hz, 90Hz, and 60Hz. On the other hand, the additional display is circular in shape and occupies the centre of the module with the main camera and LED flash positioned on its left. On the right, there is a macro camera and depth sensor. As for the bottom left corner of the rear panel, there is a single speaker, and on the right side, there is a microphone opening. In addition, the USB Type-C port is located on the bottom frame.
As far as its camera is concerned, the Cubot KingKong AX has been incorporated with three rear cameras. The main camera utilizes a 108-megapixel Samsung S5KHM2 sensor with a 1/1.52″ optical format and recordsvideo at a resolution of 2K (2560×1440 pixels) at 30 frames per second. In addition to that, there is a macro lens OmniVision OV5670 with a resolution of5 MP. This is followed by a 0.3-megapixel depth sensor. As for the front camera, the Cubot KingKong AX utilizes a 32-megapixel sensor Sony IMX616 with an optical format of 1/2.80″. The lens works in tandem with an f/2.0 lens and can record video in FHD format at 30 frames per second. It is also worth noting that there is a Night mode that utilizes the main camera and supports HDR, as well as a Beauty mode that also uses the main camera, supports HDR, and works with the LED flash. Basically, it allows the adjustment of the degree of background blur and enables some features to enhance appearance. Having said that, there is not much to say about the quality of photography because it is quite obvious that this phone is designed more for other purposes, such as survival and extreme tourism, rather than city walks. In terms of its battery, the Cubot KingKong AX carries a 5100mAh lithium-polymer battery with support for 33W fast charging. In a nutshell, it is a great device to be explored, depending on the need and preference of the user.
Hands-on article by Jagadisa Rajarathnam
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