Cubot KingKong AX vs. Blackview BL8800 Pro: A Rugged Showdown
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🏆 Quick Verdict
For users prioritizing all-day (and then some) battery life and aren't heavily reliant on 5G, the Cubot KingKong AX is the clear winner. However, if 5G connectivity and quicker charging are essential, the Blackview BL8800 Pro offers a compelling alternative, despite slightly shorter battery life.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Cubot KingKong AX | Blackview BL8800 Pro |
| Network | ||
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 66 |
| 5G bands | - | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G |
| - | CDMA2000 1x | |
| Launch | ||
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2024, March | 2022, May 09 |
| Status | Available. Released 2024, April | Available. Released 2022, May 09 |
| Body | ||
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| Dimensions | 172 x 80.9 x 12.7 mm (6.77 x 3.19 x 0.5 in) | 176.2 x 83.5 x 17.7 mm (6.94 x 3.29 x 0.70 in) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 296 g (10.44 oz) | 367 g (12.95 oz) |
| - | IP68/IP69K dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) Drop-to-concrete resistance from up to 1.5m MIL-STD-810H compliant | |
| Display | ||
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| Protection | Mohs level 6 | - |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2408 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~401 ppi density) | 1080 x 2408 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~401 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.58 inches, 104.3 cm2 (~75.0% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.58 inches, 104.3 cm2 (~70.9% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | IPS LCD, 120Hz | IPS LCD, 480 nits |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| Chipset | Mediatek Helio G99 (6 nm) | Mediatek Dimensity 700 (7 nm) |
| GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | Mali-G57 MC2 |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 11, Doke-OS 3.0 |
| Memory | ||
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| Card slot | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) | No |
| Internal | 256GB 12GB RAM | 128GB 8GB RAM |
| - | UFS 2.1 | |
| Main Camera | ||
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| Dual | 100 MP, (wide), PDAF 5 MP (macro) Auxiliary lens | - |
| Features | LED flash | Thermal imaging, Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Penta | - | 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF 5 MP, thermal assisted camera FLIR thermal camera (Lepton module) 2x Auxiliary lens |
| Single | - | 16 MP, f/2.0, (wide) |
| Video | Yes | 1440p@30fps |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Single | 32 MP | 16 MP, f/2.0, (wide) |
| Video | Yes | 1080p@30fps |
| Sound | ||
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| 3.5mm jack | - | No |
| 35mm jack | Unspecified | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes |
| Comms | ||
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| Bluetooth | 5.2, A2DP, LE | 5.1, A2DP, LE |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS |
| Radio | Unspecified | FM radio |
| USB | USB Type-C, OTG | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 33W wired | 33W wired, 31% in 30 min, 100% in 90 min Reverse wired |
| Type | 5100 mAh | 8380 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Black | Black, Orange, Green |
| Price | About 240 EUR | About 300 EUR |
| EU LABEL | ||
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| Battery | 30:30h endurance, 900 cycles | - |
| Energy | Class E | - |
| Free fall | Class A (270 falls) | - |
| Repairability | Class C | - |
Cubot KingKong AX
- Exceptional 30:30h battery life
- High battery cycle count (900 cycles)
- Potentially better power efficiency with the 6nm Helio G99
- Lacks 5G connectivity
- Limited camera information available
Blackview BL8800 Pro
- Integrated 5G modem for faster data speeds
- Faster charging (100% in 90 minutes)
- Reverse wired charging capability
- Shorter battery life compared to the KingKong AX
- Potentially less efficient 7nm Dimensity 700
Display Comparison
Both devices lack detailed display specifications in the provided data. However, given their price points, we can expect IPS LCD panels. The focus here isn't likely on display quality, but rather durability. Bezels are likely to be substantial on both to provide impact protection. Color accuracy will likely be standard for this segment.
Camera Comparison
Camera details are absent beyond the chipsets. Given the rugged nature of these phones, image processing will likely prioritize practicality over artistic flair. Expect decent performance in good lighting conditions, but limitations in low-light scenarios. The absence of information prevents a meaningful comparison of sensor sizes or optical image stabilization (OIS).
Performance
Both the Cubot KingKong AX and Blackview BL8800 Pro utilize an octa-core CPU configuration with the same core arrangement (2x2.2 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55). The key difference lies in the chipset: the KingKong AX features the Mediatek Helio G99 (6nm), while the BL8800 Pro uses the Dimensity 700 (7nm). The 6nm process of the Helio G99 *should* offer slightly better power efficiency, potentially contributing to the KingKong AX’s superior battery life. The Dimensity 700, however, provides integrated 5G modem support, a feature absent in the Helio G99. While CPU performance is similar, the Dimensity 700’s GPU will likely offer a modest advantage in graphically intensive tasks.
Battery Life
The Cubot KingKong AX boasts a significant advantage in battery endurance with a reported 30:30h runtime and an impressive 900 charge cycles. This suggests a larger battery capacity and optimized power management. The Blackview BL8800 Pro, while also offering 33W wired charging (reaching 31% in 30 minutes and 100% in 90 minutes), doesn’t provide endurance figures. The inclusion of reverse wired charging on the BL8800 Pro is a useful feature for topping up accessories, but it comes at the cost of overall battery life compared to the KingKong AX.
Buying Guide
Buy the Cubot KingKong AX if you need a phone that can reliably last through multi-day expeditions, construction work, or any scenario where access to a charger is limited. Its 30:30h endurance and 900 charge cycles are unmatched in this price bracket. Buy the Blackview BL8800 Pro if you prioritize 5G network speeds for streaming, downloading, or remote work, and appreciate the convenience of faster 33W charging with reverse wired capabilities.