Coolpad Cool S1
$250
Overview
Coolpad Cool S1 is a mid-range Android smartphone released in 2016 with a 5.5-inch IPS LCD, Snapdragon 821 chipset, 16 main camera, and 4070 mAh battery.
Priced at $250, it targets users seeking mid-range performance.
Specifications of Coolpad Cool S1
The display of Coolpad Cool S1 measures 5.5 inches with IPS LCD technology and 144Hz refresh rate. Peak brightness reaches 600 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x1920 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Coolpad Cool S1 features 1 rear cameras: 16 main. Video recording supports up to 2160p.
The battery of Coolpad Cool S1 has 4070mAh capacity with 18 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 90 min minutes.
The performance of Coolpad Cool S1 is powered by the Snapdragon 821 chipset with Adreno 530 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 1700 single-core and 4000 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 155000.
The memory of Coolpad Cool S1 offers 6GB RAM with 64GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4 technology. Storage is 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM. Storage is not expandable.
The connectivity of Coolpad Cool S1 includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, and Bluetooth 4.1.
The build of Coolpad Cool S1 weighs 168.0g with Aluminum frame and Glass back. Dimensions measure 151.4 x 74.7 x 7.5 mm.
The software of Coolpad Cool S1 runs Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), eUI 5.8 with eUI. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Coolpad Cool S1
Coolpad Cool S1 has a 16 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Yes, Coolpad Cool S1 is excellent for gaming with its Snapdragon 821 chipset and 144Hz display. It handles demanding games at high settings with smooth frame rates.
Coolpad Cool S1 receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, Coolpad Cool S1 supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.
Coolpad Cool S1 has a 4070mAh battery. This provides full-day battery life with typical usage patterns.
Coolpad Cool S1 at $250 is a mid-range device offering Snapdragon 821. It's worth buying if you prioritize balanced performance and value.
Coolpad Cool S1 supports 18 wired charging with full charge in approximately 90 min minutes.
Coolpad Cool S1 is available in 64GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Coolpad Cool S1 has a 5.5-inch IPS LCD with 144Hz refresh rate and 600 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Coolpad Cool S1 delivers solid value for budget-conscious users who need reliable performance. The phone excels in smooth 120Hz display. Select this phone for reliable daily use, if you seek good value without compromising on essential features.
Key Specifications
Display
5.5"
Main Camera
16
Chipset
Snapdragon 821
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | 5G |
| 5G mmWave Bands | |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support |
Launch
| Announced | 2016 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $400 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 151.4 x 74.7 x 7.5 mm |
| Weight (g) | 168.0 |
| Build Materials | Aluminum alloy |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | Glass |
| Colors | ["Gold"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | |
| Thermal Solution | Passive |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 5.5 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x1920 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 30:67 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 400 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 73.7 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 144 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 240 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 600 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), eUI 5.8 |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 821 |
| CPU | Quad-core (2x2.35 GHz Kryo & 2x1.6 GHz Kryo) |
| GPU | Adreno 530 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | dual-ISP |
| Modem | Snapdragon X12 LTE |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 1700 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 4000 |
| AnTuTu Score | 155000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 6GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4 |
| Storage | 64GB |
| Storage Type | 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | UFS 2.0 |
| Expandable Storage | |
| Slot Type | N/A |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 16 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/2.8 |
| Main Sensor Model | Sony IMX298 |
| Main Lens | f/2.0, 28mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | 2 |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 2160p |
| 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 | 1/3.06 |
| Aperture | f/2.1 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 2 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, aptX |
| DAC/Amp |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 4.1 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type-C |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Fingerprint (Rear-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 | |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 4070 |
| Type | Li-Po |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 18 |
| Wired Standard | QC3 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 30 min |
| Full Charge Time | 90 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 18W |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), eUI 5.8 |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | eUI |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Standard |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | Phone, Charger, Cable, SIM tool, Manual |
| 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!
Coolpad Cool S1 Review: Solid Performance for the Price
Our comprehensive review of the Coolpad Cool S1 covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.
- + Powerful Snapdragon 821 chipset for smooth performance
- + Smooth 120Hz+ display
- - Camera performance is average
- - Battery life could be better