Cubot Tab KingKong
$220
Overview
Cubot Tab KingKong is a budget Android smartphone released in 2023 with a 10.1-inch IPS LCD, Mediatek MT8788 (12 nm) chipset, 16 main camera, and 10600 mAh battery.
Priced at $220, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Cubot Tab KingKong
The display of Cubot Tab KingKong measures 10.1 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 300 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1200x1920 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Cubot Tab KingKong features 1 rear cameras: 16 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Cubot Tab KingKong has 10600mAh capacity with 18 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 180 min minutes.
The performance of Cubot Tab KingKong is powered by the Mediatek MT8788 (12 nm) chipset with Mali-G72 MP3 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 350 single-core and 1400 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 210000.
The memory of Cubot Tab KingKong offers 8GB RAM with 256GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X technology. Storage is 256GB 8GB RAM.
The connectivity of Cubot Tab KingKong includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, and Bluetooth 4.2.
The build of Cubot Tab KingKong weighs 820.0g with Plastic frame and matte-plastic back. Water and dust resistance is rated IP68. Dimensions measure 251.2 x 170.2 x 15.6 mm.
The software of Cubot Tab KingKong runs Android 13 with Stock Android. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cubot Tab KingKong
Cubot Tab KingKong has a 16 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Cubot Tab KingKong with Mediatek MT8788 (12 nm) can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Cubot Tab KingKong receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, Cubot Tab KingKong 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.
Cubot Tab KingKong has a 10600mAh battery. This provides all-day battery life with typical usage, often lasting into a second day with moderate use.
Cubot Tab KingKong at $220 is a budget device offering 10600mAh battery. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Cubot Tab KingKong supports 18 wired charging with full charge in approximately 180 min minutes.
Cubot Tab KingKong is available in 256GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Cubot Tab KingKong has a 10.1-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 300 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes HDR10.
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Verdict
The Cubot Tab KingKong 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
10.1"
Main Camera
16
Chipset
Mediatek MT8788 (12 nm)
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 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 | 2023 |
| Status | Available. Released 2023, August 07 |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $280 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 251.2 x 170.2 x 15.6 mm |
| Weight (g) | 820.0 |
| Build Materials | Plastic |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | matte-plastic |
| Colors | ["Black"] |
| IP Rating | IP68 |
| Rugged Certifications | MIL-STD-810H |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Tablet |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | passive-cooling |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 10.1 |
| Resolution (px) | 1200x1920 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:10 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 224 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 69.2 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 300 |
| HDR Standards | HDR10 |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 240 |
| 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 13 |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Mediatek MT8788 (12 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A73 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A53) |
| GPU | Mali-G72 MP3 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | 2.0 TOPS |
| ISP Features | hdr, night-mode |
| Modem | mt8788-integrated |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 350 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 1400 |
| AnTuTu Score | 210000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 8GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 256GB |
| Storage Type | 256GB 8GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | UFS 2.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | file-based-encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 16 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/3.1" |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | f/2.0, 26mm |
| 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, H.265 |
| Slow Motion | 720p@120fps |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 8 |
| Sensor Size | 1/5" |
| Aperture | f/2.2 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 3d-structured-light |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 2 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aac, aptx, aptx-hd |
| DAC/Amp | built-in-dac |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band |
| Bluetooth | 4.2 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type-C |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | N/A |
| 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 | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 10600 |
| Type | 10600 mAh |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 18 |
| Wired Standard | USB Power Delivery |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 60 min |
| Full Charge Time | 180 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 18W |
| Battery Health Features | adaptive-charging |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 13 |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Stock Android |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | app-lock, permission-control |
| Accessibility | talkback, magnification, color-inversion |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | charger, cable, quick-start-guide, warranty-card |
| 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!
Cubot Tab KingKong Review: Solid Performance for the Price
Our comprehensive review of the Cubot Tab KingKong covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.
- + Long-lasting 10600mAh battery
- + Excellent value for money
- - Display could be brighter or smoother
- - Performance may struggle with demanding tasks