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Cat S61

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Cat S61
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SKU: Cat-S61
Brand: Cat
Category: Mobiles
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  • Processor & RAM 4GB RAM Snapdragon 630
  • Display 5.2" 1080x1920 pixels
  • Battery 4500mAh 18W
  • Camera 16MP 2160p
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Cat S61: At a Glance

5.5 / 10

Cat S61 combines 5.2" 1080x1920 pixels IPS LCD, Qualcomm SDM630 Snapdragon 630 (14 nm), 64GB 4GB RAM, 16 MP, PDAF, FLIR thermal camera (Lepton module), 4500 mAh (Fast wired charging, 50% in 20 min, Wireless charging support). Current status: Available. Released 2018, June.

Release Status Available. Released 2018, June
Display 5.2" 1080x1920 pixels — IPS LCD
Resolution 1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~424 ppi density)
Processor (SoC) Qualcomm SDM630 Snapdragon 630 (14 nm)
RAM & Storage 64GB 4GB RAM
Operating System Android 8.0 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie)
Rear Camera 16 MP, PDAF, FLIR thermal camera (Lepton module)
Selfie Camera 8 MP
Battery & Charging 4500 mAh | Fast wired charging, 50% in 20 min, Wireless charging support
Dimensions & Weight 163 x 78 x 13 mm (6.42 x 3.07 x 0.51 in) | 250 g (8.82 oz)
Connectivity Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct, BT 5.3 / 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, LHDC, USB Type-C 2.0 / 3.2, OTG, DisplayPort
Lab & Spec Evaluation

Our Rating

The overall rating is based on review by our experts

5.5 / 10
  • Design 5.0 / 10
  • Display 6.0 / 10
  • Performance 5.0 / 10
  • Camera 8.0 / 10
  • Battery 6.0 / 10

Specs

Network

2G Network GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM) CDMA 800 / 1900 GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only)
3G Network HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G Network 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66
5G Network 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave
Speed HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE, 5G

LAUNCH

Announced 2018, June
Status Available. Released 2018, June

BODY

Dimensions 163 x 78 x 13 mm (6.42 x 3.07 x 0.51 in)
Weight 250 g (8.82 oz)
Build Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum alloy frame, glass back / eco-leather
SIMs SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) is a small card that contains mobile network subscriber's account information. This allows the phone using the card to attach to a mobile network. The SIM card is most commonly associated with GSM and UMTS mobile networks. Moving a SIM card from one phone to another allows a subscriber to switch mobile phones without having to contact their mobile network carrier. SIM cards can also be used by a phone to store limited amounts of data, such as phone numbers and text messages. Nano-SIM and eSIM / Dual Standby

Display

Display Type Display Technology => A number of display technologies and types used in mobile phones => TFT (Thin Film Transistor), IPS (In-Place Switching), OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode), AMOLED (Active-Matrix Organic Light-Emitting Diode), Super AMOLED (an even advanced version of AMOLED), Resistive Touchscreen (Resistive touchscreens contain two layer of conductive material with a very small gap between them which acts as a resistance), Capacitive Touchsceen (Capacitive touchscreen technology consists of a layer of glass coated with a transparent conductor) IPS LCD
Size 5.2" 1080x1920 pixels
Resolution 1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~424 ppi density)
Protection Display Protection => Gorilla Glass is a special alkali-aluminosilicate glass shield with exceptional damage resistance that helps protect mobile displays from scratches, drops, and bumps of everyday use, It is always better to go for a smartphone with Gorilla Glass for that added protection and peace of mind. Scratch-resistant tempered glass

PLATFORM

Operating System OS => Every computer system run on a base software called Operating System (OS). Operating System controls all basic operations of the computer (such as smartphone, PDAs, tablet computers and other handheld devices). The Operating System allows the user to install and run third party applications (apps), apps are used to add new functionality to the device. Android 8.0 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie)
Chipset Chipset is a group of integrated circuits designed to perform one or a more dedicated functions, often with real time computing constraints, Popular smartphones are equipped with more advanced embedded chipsets that can do many different tasks depending on their programming. Qualcomm SDM630 Snapdragon 630 (14 nm)
CPU CPU (Central Processing Unit) mostly known as processors, CPU processes instructions in order to carry out certain functions that make your device operate properly. Processors are often described as the brain of computers, smartphones and tablets, Smartphones and tablets rely on processors to carry out their every task, Processors are an incredibly important factor in selecting any type of computing device, including your smartphone. Octa-core 2.2 GHz Cortex-A53
GPU GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) is a single-chip processor designed to rapidly manipulate and alter memory to accelerate the creation of images in a frame buffer intended for output to a display, This includes things such as lighting effects, object transformations, and 3D motion. Adreno 508

MEMORY

Card Slot Memory Card Slot is a special slot for inserting a memory card. Memory cards allow you to expand the phone's built-in memory, A memory card (sometimes called a flash memory card or a storage card) is a small storage medium used to store data such as text, pictures, audio, and video, for use on small, portable or remote computing devices such as mobile phones, mp3 players, digital cameras. microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Internal 64GB 4GB RAM

MAIN CAMERA

Cameras Specs Today’s smartphones come equipped with a very comprehensive set of camera related specifications. Our smartphone, for many of us, has become our primary camera due to it being the one we always have with us. 16 MP, PDAF, FLIR thermal camera (Lepton module)
Video 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, gyro-EIS, OIS
Camera Features LED flash, HDR, panorama, Leica / ZEISS optical tuning

SELFIE CAMERA

Cameras Specs Today’s smartphones come equipped with a very comprehensive set of camera related specifications. Our smartphone, for many of us, has become our primary camera due to it being the one we always have with us. 8 MP
Features HDR, Panorama, AI Beauty Mode
Video 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS

SOUND

Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo dual speakers
3.5mm jack Yes (3.5mm jack)

COMMS

WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Positioning GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS, NavIC
Bluetooth Bluetooth is a wireless communications technology for exchanging data between mobile phones, headsets, computers and other network devices over short distances without wires, Bluetooth technology was primarily designed to support simple wireless networking of personal consumer devices. 5.3 / 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, LHDC
USB USB Type-C 2.0 / 3.2, OTG, DisplayPort
NFC NFC (Near field communication) is a set of standards for smartphones and similar devices to establish peer-to-peer radio communications with each other by touching them together or bringing them into proximity, usually no more than a few inches. Yes (NFC supported)
Radio Stereo FM radio (market dependent)

Features

Sensors Sensors are electronic components that detects and responds to some type of input from the physical environment. The specific input could be light, heat, motion, moisture, pressure and location, The output is generally a signal that is converted to use in computing systems, a location sensor, such as a GPS receiver is able to detect current location of your electronic device. Fingerprint (under display optical / side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer, Ultra Wideband (UWB)

BATTERY

Battery Type Battery Type => Cell phones run on various kinds of batteries depending on the manufacturer, phone size or shape and features. There are basically four types of cell phone batteries => Lithium Polymer, Lithium Ion, Nickel Metal Hydride and Nickel Cadmium. 4500 mAh
Capacity Battery Capacity is a measure (typically in Amp-hr) of the charge stored by the battery, and is determined by the mass of active material contained in the battery. The battery capacity represents the maximum amount of energy that can be extracted from the battery under certain conditions. 4500 mAh
Charging The functionality responsible for recharging batteries in portable devices, such as mobile phones, significantly influences both battery lifespan and the practicality of daily product usage.The charging process, encompassing factors like voltage, current, and completion actions, is contingent upon the battery's size and type.Contemporary battery chargers dynamically adjust charging parameters based on the battery's current charging state. Charging an empty battery poses no safety risk, allowing for a quicker charging process. Consequently, many charging speed benchmarks, including ours, specify the battery level achieved after a 30-minute session on an empty battery.Standard chargers with a power output of 5V/1A, equivalent to 5W, serve as a baseline, with anything surpassing this speed classified as quick or fast charging. Fast wired charging, 50% in 20 min, Wireless charging support

MISC

Colors Titanium Gray, Phantom Black, Silver, Navy, Cream
Model Cat S61
SAR SAR (Specific absorption rate): Each GSM handset has a radio transmitter and receiver in order to operate in the wireless GSM network. That transceiver is manufactured so that when used next to the ear and when worn on the belt, it won't exceed the limits for exposure to radio frequency energy set by the authorities.The authorities in question here are the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the U.S. Government, Industry Canada of the Canadian Government (IC), and the Council of the European Union. 0.98 W/kg (head) 1.15 W/kg (body)
SAR EU Each GSM handset has a radio transmitter and receiver in order to operate in the wireless GSM network. That transceiver is manufactured so that when used next to the ear and when worn on the belt, it won't exceed the limits for exposure to radio frequency energy set by the authorities.The authorities in question here are the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the U.S. Government, Industry Canada of the Canadian Government (IC), and the Council of the European Union. 0.75 W/kg (head) 1.05 W/kg (body)

TESTS

Performance Standard Hardware Performance Verified
Display Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal), 2000+ nits peak
Battery (new) Active use score: 14:30h

Discover the Cat S61

Let’s dive into its standout features and why it might be the perfect choice for you.”

Camera :

Snap stunning photos effortlessly with the Cat S61’s versatile 16MP camera system. From breathtaking landscapes to intimate portraits, even low-light scenarios are no match. Unleash your inner photographer!”

Display and RAM:

Immerse yourself in a world of entertainment with the Cat S61’s vibrant 5.2inch display and 4GB RAM.

All Day, Every Day: Power On with Confidence:

No need to worry about battery life. The Cat S61 is equipped with a long-lasting 4500mAh battery, keeping you connected and productive throughout the day. Power on without interruptions.”

Important Considerations:

Launched in 2018: Given the rapid pace of technological advancement, newer models may provide enhanced performance, camera quality, and software updates.

Consider exploring newer models for potential improvements in performance, camera quality, and software updates.

Ready to experience the brilliance of Cat S61?

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Cat S61 — Frequently Asked Questions

What processor and storage options does the Cat S61 have?

The Cat S61 is powered by the Qualcomm SDM630 Snapdragon 630 (14 nm) chipset with an Octa-core 2.2 GHz Cortex-A53 CPU and Adreno 508 GPU. Memory and storage configurations include 64GB 4GB RAM.

What is the battery capacity and charging speed of the Cat S61?

The Cat S61 comes with a 4500 mAh battery (4500 mAh) and supports Fast wired charging, 50% in 20 min, Wireless charging support.

How good is the Cat S61 camera setup?

On the rear, the Cat S61 features 16 MP, PDAF, FLIR thermal camera (Lepton module). It supports video recording at 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, gyro-EIS, OIS. For selfies, it includes a 8 MP front camera.

Does the Cat S61 support 5G, NFC, and a headphone jack?

Yes, the Cat S61 supports 5G networks (1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave). NFC support: Yes (NFC supported). 3.5mm headphone jack: Yes (3.5mm jack).

What is the price and release status of the Cat S61?

Market status: Available. Released 2018, June. Available colorways include Titanium Gray, Phantom Black, Silver, Navy, Cream.

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