Doogee S61
$117
Overview
Doogee S61 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2022 with a 6-inch IPS LCD, MediaTek Helio G35 chipset, 20 main camera, and 5180 mAh battery.
Priced at $117, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Doogee S61
The display of Doogee S61 measures 6 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 500 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 720x1440 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Doogee S61 features 2 rear cameras: 20 main, 8MP ultrawide. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Doogee S61 has 5180mAh capacity with 10 wired charging. Wireless charging supports 10. A full charge takes approximately 180 min minutes.
The performance of Doogee S61 is powered by the MediaTek Helio G35 chipset with IMG PowerVR GE8320 680MHz GPU. Geekbench scores reach 160 single-core and 850 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 122445.
The memory of Doogee S61 offers 6GB RAM with 64GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X technology. Storage is UFS 2.1.
The connectivity of Doogee S61 includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, and Bluetooth 5.0. NFC is supported for contactless payments.
The build of Doogee S61 weighs 266g with Plastic frame and Textured back. Water and dust resistance is rated IP68. Dimensions measure 167.4 x 81.4 x 14.6 mm.
The software of Doogee S61 runs Android 12 with Doogee UI. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Doogee S61
Doogee S61 has a 20 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Doogee S61 with MediaTek Helio G35 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Doogee S61 receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, Doogee S61 supports 5G connectivity with Sub-6GHz bands for fast mobile data. It works with major 5G carriers globally.
Yes, Doogee S61 is water resistant with IP68 rating. It can withstand submersion in 1.5 meters of fresh water for 30 minutes. Avoid saltwater and high-pressure water.
Doogee S61 has a 5180mAh battery. This provides all-day battery life with typical usage, often lasting into a second day with moderate use.
Doogee S61 at $117 is a budget device offering 5180mAh battery. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Doogee S61 supports 10 wired charging with full charge in approximately 180 min minutes. Wireless charging supports 10.
Doogee S61 is available in 64GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Doogee S61 has a 6-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 500 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
Doogee S61 in Category Rankings
See how Doogee S61 ranks in these categories:
Best Battery Phones
Equipped with 5180mAh battery
5G Phones
Supports 5G connectivity
Best Budget Phones
Affordable at $117
Water Resistant Phones
IP68 water and dust resistance
Wireless Charging Phones
Supports 10 wireless charging
Phones Under $500
Priced at $117
Compact Phones
6" display
Android Phones
Runs Android
Verdict
The Doogee S61 delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. The phone excels in all-day battery endurance. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.
Key Specifications
Display
6"
Main Camera
20
Chipset
MediaTek Helio G35
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | n1, n3, n5, n7, n8, n20, n28, n38, n40, n41, n66, n77, n78 |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | 4x4 MIMO |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | 2CC |
Launch
| Announced | 2022 |
| Status | Upcoming |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $258.82 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 167.4 x 81.4 x 14.6 mm |
| Weight (g) | 266 |
| Build Materials | Polycarbonate, Metal |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Textured |
| Colors | ["Black"] |
| IP Rating | IP68 |
| Rugged Certifications | MIL-STD-810G |
| 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) | 6 |
| Resolution (px) | 720x1440 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:16 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 268 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 68 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 500 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 2160 |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 12 |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | MediaTek Helio G35 |
| CPU | Octa-Core, 8x Cortex A53, 2.3 GHz |
| GPU | IMG PowerVR GE8320 680MHz |
| NPU/AI TOPs | 0.5 TOPS |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | MediaTek Helio G35 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 160 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 850 |
| AnTuTu Score | 122445 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 6GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 64GB |
| Storage Type | UFS 2.1 |
| Storage Speed | UFS 2.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | F2FS |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 2 |
| Main Sensor | 20 |
| Main Sensor Size | CMOS |
| Main Sensor Model | Sony Exmor-RS IMX350 |
| Main Lens | f/1.8, 26mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | 1 um |
| Ultrawide | 8MP, FOV: 120° |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | 2 |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| 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, SBC |
| DAC/Amp | Standard DAC |
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 |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS |
| 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) | 5180 |
| Type | Li-Polymer |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 10 |
| Wired Standard | USB Power Delivery |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 60 min |
| Full Charge Time | 180 min |
| Wireless Charging | 10 |
| Wireless Standard | Qi |
| Reverse Wireless | 5 |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 10W |
| Battery Health Features | 500 charge cycles |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 12 |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Doogee UI |
| 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, 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!
Doogee S61 Review: Solid Performance for the Price
Our comprehensive review of the Doogee S61 covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.
- + Excellent value for money
- + Wireless charging support
- - Display could be brighter or smoother
- - Performance may struggle with demanding tasks