Elephone Elephone S9
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Overview
Elephone Elephone S9 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2018 with a 5.99-inch AMOLED, Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 MSM8976 Plus chipset, 21 main camera, and 3500 mAh battery.
Priced at $0, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Elephone Elephone S9
The display of Elephone Elephone S9 measures 5.99 inches with AMOLED technology. Peak brightness reaches 400 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080 x 2160 px resolution.
The camera system of Elephone Elephone S9 features 2 rear cameras: 21 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Elephone Elephone S9 has 3500mAh capacity with 10 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 240 min minutes.
The performance of Elephone Elephone S9 is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 MSM8976 Plus chipset with Qualcomm Adreno 512 GPU. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 103000.
The memory of Elephone Elephone S9 offers 1GB RAM with 8GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR3 technology. Storage is 8GB 1GB RAM.
The connectivity of Elephone Elephone S9 includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot, and Bluetooth 4.0.
The build of Elephone Elephone S9 weighs 180g with Plastic frame and glossy-plastic back. Dimensions measure 157.6 x 73.4 x 9 mm.
The software of Elephone Elephone S9 runs Android 4.4.2 (KitKat). Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Elephone Elephone S9
Elephone Elephone S9 has a 21 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Elephone Elephone S9 with Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 MSM8976 Plus can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Elephone Elephone S9 receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, Elephone Elephone S9 supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.
Elephone Elephone S9 has a 3500mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Elephone Elephone S9 at $0 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Elephone Elephone S9 supports 10 wired charging with full charge in approximately 240 min minutes.
Elephone Elephone S9 is available in 8GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Elephone Elephone S9 has a 5.99-inch AMOLED with 60Hz refresh rate and 400 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Elephone Elephone S9 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
5.99"
Main Camera
21
Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 MSM8976 Plus
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | N/A |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | [] |
| 5G mmWave Bands | [] |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Micro-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) | 157.6 x 73.4 x 9 mm |
| Weight (g) | 180 |
| Build Materials | Plastic |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | glossy-plastic |
| Colors | ["Black"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | 0x0x0 |
| Thermal Solution | Passive |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | AMOLED |
| Size (inches) | 5.99 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080 x 2160 px |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:16 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 403 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 80 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 400 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| 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 4.4.2 (KitKat) |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 MSM8976 Plus |
| CPU | 4x Kryo 260 2.2 GHz + 4x Kryo 260 1.8 GHz |
| GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 512 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | snapdragon-x12 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | 103000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 1GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR3 |
| Storage | 8GB |
| Storage Type | 8GB 1GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | emmc-5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDHC |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | basic |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 2 |
| Main Sensor | 21 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/2.8 |
| Main Sensor Model | samsung-s5k3m2 |
| 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 | Dual-LED |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264 |
| Slow Motion | 720p@120fps |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 8 |
| Sensor Size | 1/4 |
| 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 |
| DAC/Amp | N/A |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 4.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | Micro-USB |
| 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 | |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 3500 |
| Type | Li-Polymer |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 10 |
| Wired Standard | micro-usb |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 120 min |
| Full Charge Time | 240 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 10w-charger |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 4.4.2 (KitKat) |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | N/A |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| 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!