CAT S40 Specifications, Tests and Review

Display
4.7", 960 x 540
Front Camera
2 Megapixel
Main Camera
8 Megapixel
Operating System
Android 5.1 (Lollipop)
Storage
16 GB
RAM
1 GB
Processor
Qualcomm Snapdragon 210
Battery
3000 mAh

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DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS CAT S40
Product Type Smartphone
Form Factor Touch - Rugged
Height 144.9 mm Better than 61 % of phones rated.
Width 74.1 mm Better than 75 % of phones rated.
Depth 12.5 mm Worse than 63 % of phones rated.
Weight 185 g Worse than 81 % of phones rated.
Body Colour Black
Protection Shockproof, dustproof, waterproof
Waterproof (Water-resistant) Yes Better than 86 % of phones rated.
IP rating IP68
SAR Value 0.429 W/kg (body), 0.609 W/kg (head)
Integrated Components FM radio
Connector Type Micro-USB - 5 pin Micro-USB Type B
Headset jack - mini-phone 3.5mm
SIM Card Type (Size) Nano SIM
SIM Card Qty Dual-SIM

The CAT S40 has a height of 144.9 mm, a width of 74.1 mm and a thickness of 12.5 mm. The weight of the phone is 185 g. Many users will also appreciate the waterproof design.

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DISPLAY CAT S40
Display Type LCD display
Display Technology IPS
Screen Size (Display Size) 4.7" Worse than 56 % of phones rated.
Screen Resolution (Display Resolution) 960 x 540 pixels Better than 51 % of phones rated.
Display Protection (Screen Protector) Corning Gorilla Glass 4 (scratch resistant glass)

The screen size reaches 4.7" inches. Phones with smaller displays are easier to use with one hand. The experience is less pleasant compared to phones with large displays. However, if you're buying a phone for basic use and don't want, for example, a good gaming experience or a large screen for watching movies, this size should be good enough for you. LCD displays are currently taking a back seat. This is mainly due to higher power consumption. In addition, they have the disadvantage of lower colour contrast, which can be reflected e.g. in the resulting photos. On the other hand, phones with LCD displays are in general cheaper than those with OLED technology.

Display Resolution of CAT S40 is 960 x 540 pixels. A higher display resolution is a prerequisite for a sharper image. The standard for mid-range phones today is a Full HD resolution of 1920 × 1080 px. Cheaper phones, which usually have a smaller diagonal, have an HD resolution of 1280 × 720 px. Smaller resolutions can only be found in older models. Best phones, on the other hand, have a 4K resolution of 3840 x 2160 px.

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PROCESSOR CAT S40
Processor Type (CPU) Qualcomm Snapdragon 210
Processor Number MSM8909
Clock Speed 1.1 GHz Worse than 78 % of phones rated.
Processor Core Qty Quad-core Worse than 57 % of phones rated.

CAT S40 is equipped with Qualcomm Snapdragon 210. The number of processor cores is 4. It is a number of cores that plays an important role in evaluating the performance of phone as it is responsible for computing operations. Smartphones already commonly have a core count of around 4 to 8. Multi-core processors can perform better and reduce the processing time of a request to a minimum, which is reflected in the responsiveness of the phone, e.g. in the speed of opening applications. The processor frequency indicates how many instructions phone can process in 1 second. The higher the frequency, the better the performance. Standard processor frequency range today is between 1.8 GHz and 2.8 GHz. CAT S40 reaches the frequency of 1.1 GHz.

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MEMORY CAT S40
RAM 1 GB Worse than 61 % of phones rated.
Internal Memory Size (Storage Capacity) 16 GB Worse than 53 % of phones rated.
Supported Flash Memory Cards (Expandable Memory) microSDHC - up to 64 GB

The phone´s internal memory capacity is 16 GB. The size of the internal storage determines e.g., how many photos, songs, movies, or applications you can store on your phone. This memory capacity is ideal for those who have a few basic apps and a few dozen photos on their phone. If you don't expect to use your phone to play games or need to store high-resolution photos, this size should be sufficient. There is almost no probability you're likely to see this low capacity on new smartphones. The standard memory today is around 64 and 128 GB. The best phones have internal memory of 256 GB or more. Luckily, most smartphone manufacturers nowadays offer models with different memory sizes to suit every user.

An additional option to increase the storage capacity of this model is to insert a memory card.

RAM memory of the CAT S40 is 1 GB. Most powerful phones currently have an operating memory of 12 GB or more, which is especially useful for demanding users such as gaming enthusiasts. Normally, phones nowadays have 6 to 8 GB of RAM, which means that the phone can easily handle normal operation and more demanding applications. Operating memory of less than 4 GB is found in lower-end phones or older models, and they are suitable for low-end users who don't use demanding applications and have the phone more for basic use.

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CAMERA CAT S40
MAIN CAMERA
Number of Main Cameras 1
Sensor Resolution 8 Megapixel Better than 52 % of phones rated.
Focus Adjustment Automatic
Light Source LED light
Video Resolutions 1920 x 1080 (1080p)
FRONT CAMERA
Number of Front Cameras 1
Sensor Resolution (Front) 2 Megapixel Worse than 81 % of phones rated.

The rear camera of the CAT S40 has only one lens. Single lens is more typical for older phones or lower-end phones with lower quality cameras. The rear cameras of modern phones nowadays are usually equipped with two, three and sometimes even five rear camera lenses. The resolution of the main lens is 8 Megapixel. Higher resolution does not necessarily mean super high quality photos. Furthermore, it depends on the pixel size but also on other important factors.

Front camera
The front camera of phone CAT S40 has one lens. This number of lenses is standard on most smartphones nowadays. The resolution of front lens reaches 2 Megapixel. Again, it should be noted that resolution is only one of several other significant factors that affect resulting quality of a photo.

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BATTERY AND CHARGING CAT S40
Battery Capacity (Battery Size) 3000 mAh Better than 69 % of phones rated.
Standby Time 936 hours Better than 98 % of phones rated.
Talk Time 1080 minutes Better than 75 % of phones rated.
Run Time Details Talk: up to 1080 min
Standby: up to 936 hrs
Battery Technology Lithium Ion

The battery size of CAT S40 is 3000 mAh. Nevertheless, battery capacity is not the only factor that affects the phone's battery life. For example - the size of the display, the performance of the processor, the use of data functions and, of course, the intensity of use of phone in general all have a significant impact on battery life. Standard for most smartphones today is a battery capacity of around 4500 to 5000 mAH. Phones with this battery size usually guarantee a phone life of at least 1 day. Older or cheaper smartphone models can then reach battery capacities typically around 2500 mAH and below. With this capacity, you may find that if you use your phone heavily, you may need to recharge your phone during the day.

Standby time is 936 hours and it expresses the maximum time your phone can last on a single charge when you are not actively using it. Talk time, or we can say battery life when making calls, then indicates amount of time your phone will last from a full charge if you are constantly on a call. CAT S40 is provided with a talk time about 1080 minutes.

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CELLULAR CAT S40
Technology WCDMA (UMTS) / GSM
Mobile Broadband Generation 4G Better than 88 % of phones rated.
Operating System Android 5.1 (Lollipop)
Navigation GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS

CAT S40 supports 4G. 5G connectivity, which is slowly replacing standard 4G connectivity, is still more the preserve of the latest phones. The operating system in this case is Android 5.1 (Lollipop).

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COMMUNICATIONS CAT S40
Data Transmission GPRS, EDGE, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE
2G Band 850 GSM, 900 GSM, 1800 GSM, 1900 GSM
4G LTE Band Band 1, Band 3, Band 7, Band 8, Band 20
4G LTE Frequency FDD 2100, FDD 1800+, FDD 2600, FDD 900, FDD 800 DD
Wireless Interface IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n
Bluetooth Bluetooth 4.0
NFC Yes Better than 66 % of phones rated.
Messaging Services SMS, MMS

Fans of modern technology will appreciate NFC function, which allows, among other things, contactless mobile phone payments, but also finds other uses in connectivity, such as unlocking the door or loading the menu in restaurant using the NFC tag. Basic connectivity standards also include Bluetooth 4.0, making it easy to communicate wirelessly with other devices such as headphones, tablets, speakers and smartwatches.

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MEDIA CAT S40
Supported Digital Audio Standards WAV, AAC, AMR, MP3, FLAC, AAC +, OGG, eAAC+, MKA, MIDI
Supported Digital Video Standards MPEG-4, H.264, H.263, VP8, VP9, H.265
FEATURES CAT S40
Phone Functions Speakerphone, call timer, conference call, flight mode, vibrating alert
Sensors Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, proximity sensor, digital compass
Additional Phone Features TTY compatible, E-911 compliant, Face Unlock, Dual microphones, Wet Touchscreen Operation, Glove Touchscreen Operation
OTHERS CAT S40
Included Accessories Power adapter
Compliant Standards MIL-STD 810G, IP68
Max Operating Temperature 55 °C
Min Operating Temperature -25 °C

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