Caterpillar Cat S61
$0
Overview
Caterpillar Cat S61 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2018 with a 5.2-inch LCD IPS, Qualcomm Snapdragon 630 chipset, 16 main camera, and 4500 mAh battery.
Priced at $0, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Caterpillar Cat S61
The display of Caterpillar Cat S61 measures 5.2 inches with LCD IPS technology. Peak brightness reaches 600 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080 x 1920 resolution.
The camera system of Caterpillar Cat S61 features 2 rear cameras: 16 main, 8MP ultrawide. Video recording supports up to Yes.
The battery of Caterpillar Cat S61 has 4500mAh capacity with 5 wired charging. Wireless charging supports 15. A full charge takes approximately 120 min minutes.
The performance of Caterpillar Cat S61 is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 630 chipset with Qualcomm Adreno 508 GPU. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 72000.
The connectivity of Caterpillar Cat S61 includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g, hotspot, and Bluetooth 2.0.
The build of Caterpillar Cat S61 weighs 155g with Polycarbonate frame and Rubberized back. Water and dust resistance is rated IP68, MIL-STD-810G. Dimensions measure 148.1 x 72.9 x 8.4 mm.
The software of Caterpillar Cat S61 runs Android 2.3.5 (Gingerbread). Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Caterpillar Cat S61
Caterpillar Cat S61 has a 16 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Caterpillar Cat S61 with Qualcomm Snapdragon 630 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Caterpillar Cat S61 receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, Caterpillar Cat S61 supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.
Yes, Caterpillar Cat S61 is water resistant with IP68, MIL-STD-810G rating. It can withstand submersion in 1.5 meters of fresh water for 30 minutes. Avoid saltwater and high-pressure water.
Caterpillar Cat S61 has a 4500mAh battery. This provides full-day battery life with typical usage patterns.
Caterpillar Cat S61 at $0 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Caterpillar Cat S61 supports 5 wired charging with full charge in approximately 120 min minutes. Wireless charging supports 15.
Caterpillar Cat S61 is available in 16GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Caterpillar Cat S61 has a 5.2-inch LCD IPS with 60Hz refresh rate and 600 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Caterpillar Cat S61 delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.
Key Specifications
Display
5.2"
Main Camera
16
Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon 630
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | N/A |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | [] |
| 5G mmWave Bands | [] |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support |
Launch
| Announced | 2018 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | N/A |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 148.1 x 72.9 x 8.4 mm |
| Weight (g) | 155 |
| Build Materials | Plastic |
| Frame | Polycarbonate |
| Back Finish | Rubberized |
| Colors | ["Black"] |
| IP Rating | IP68, MIL-STD-810G |
| Rugged Certifications | MIL-STD-810G |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Candybar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | [] |
| Thermal Solution | Passive Cooling |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic Vibration |
Display
| Panel Type | LCD IPS |
| Size (inches) | 5.2 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080 x 1920 |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:16 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 282 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 69 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 600 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 60 |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 2.3.5 (Gingerbread) |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 630 |
| CPU | 4x Cortex A53 2.2 GHz + 4x Cortex A53 1.8 GHz |
| GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 508 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Dual ISP |
| Modem | Qualcomm Snapdragon X12 LTE |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | 72000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | N/A |
| RAM Type | 4 GB |
| Storage | 16GB |
| Storage Type | eMMC 5.1 |
| Storage Speed | UFS 2.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | FIPS 140-2 |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 2 |
| Main Sensor | 16 |
| Main Sensor Size | CMOS |
| Main Sensor Model | Sony IMX351 |
| Main Lens | f/2.0, 25mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | Phase Detection |
| Pixel Binning | 1.12 um |
| Ultrawide | 8MP, FOV: 120° |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | 2 |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | Dual-LED |
| Video Resolution | |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265 |
| Slow Motion | 720p@120fps |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 8 |
| Sensor Size | CMOS |
| Aperture | f/2.2 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, aptX |
| DAC/Amp | Qualcomm Aqstic |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g, hotspot |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 2.0 |
| NFC | N/A |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, A-GPS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type-C |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Side-Mounted |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | Heart rate, SpO2 |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 4500 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 5 |
| Wired Standard | Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 60 min |
| Full Charge Time | 120 min |
| Wireless Charging | 15 |
| Wireless Standard | Qi |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 18W |
| Battery Health Features | 500 charge cycles |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 2.3.5 (Gingerbread) |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | N/A |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | app permissions, location controls |
| Accessibility | screen reader, magnification |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | charger, USB cable, SIM tool |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | N/A |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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Alex R.
2 weeks ago
Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.
Ben C.
1 month ago
Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.
Chloe D.
3 months ago
The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!
Caterpillar Cat S61 Review: Solid Performance for the Price
Our comprehensive review of the Caterpillar Cat S61 covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.
- + Wireless charging support
- + IP68 water and dust resistance
- - Display could be brighter or smoother
- - Performance may struggle with demanding tasks