Coolpad Shine
$80
Overview
Coolpad Shine is a budget Android smartphone released in 2015 with a 5.5-inch IPS LCD, Snapdragon 615 chipset, 13 main camera, and 2500 mAh battery.
Priced at $80, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Coolpad Shine
The display of Coolpad Shine measures 5.5 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 350 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 720x1280 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Coolpad Shine features 1 rear cameras: 13 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Coolpad Shine has 2500mAh capacity with 10 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 180 min minutes.
The performance of Coolpad Shine is powered by the Snapdragon 615 chipset with Adreno 405 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 700 single-core and 2500 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 35000.
The memory of Coolpad Shine offers 2GB RAM with 8GB storage options. RAM uses DDR3 technology. Storage is 8GB 2GB RAM.
The connectivity of Coolpad Shine includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, hotspot, and Bluetooth 4.0.
The build of Coolpad Shine with Plastic frame and Glossy back. Dimensions measure 153 x 77.2 x 8.6 mm.
The software of Coolpad Shine runs Android 5.1 (Lollipop) with CoolUI. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Coolpad Shine
Coolpad Shine has a 13 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Coolpad Shine with Snapdragon 615 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Coolpad Shine receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Coolpad Shine has a 2500mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Coolpad Shine at $80 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Coolpad Shine supports 10 wired charging with full charge in approximately 180 min minutes.
Coolpad Shine is available in 8GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Coolpad Shine has a 5.5-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 350 nits peak brightness.
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Verdict
The Coolpad Shine 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
5.5"
Main Camera
13
Chipset
Snapdragon 615
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| 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 | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2015 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $200 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 153 x 77.2 x 8.6 mm |
| Weight (g) | N/A |
| Build Materials | Plastic |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Glossy |
| Colors | ["Gold"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | Passive |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 5.5 |
| Resolution (px) | 720x1280 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 180:403 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 267 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 70.6 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 350 |
| HDR Standards | N/A |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 16 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | N/A |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display | N/A |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 5.1 (Lollipop) |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 615 |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.0 GHz Cortex-A53) |
| GPU | Adreno 405 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | Snapdragon X5 LTE |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 700 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 2500 |
| AnTuTu Score | 35000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 2GB |
| RAM Type | DDR3 |
| Storage | 8GB |
| Storage Type | 8GB 2GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDHC |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | basic |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 13 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/4.0" |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | f/2.0, 28mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264 |
| Slow Motion | 720p@120fps |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | basic |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 5 |
| Sensor Size | N/A |
| Aperture | f/2.2 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | basic |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | N/A |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | N/A |
| Microphones | 2 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aac |
| DAC/Amp | N/A |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, hotspot |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 4.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | N/A |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | Micro-USB |
| 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 | N/A |
| Color Temp Sensor | N/A |
| Health Sensors | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 2500 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 10 |
| Wired Standard | 10W |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 90 min |
| Full Charge Time | 180 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 10W |
| Battery Health Features | N/A |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 5.1 (Lollipop) |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | CoolUI |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | N/A |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Basic |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | charger, cable, 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!