Cat S52
The Cat S52 is a budget-focused device, powered by the Mediatek MT6765 Helio P35 (12 nm), built for basic everyday tasks (2019).
2019 · Lower-mid-range · Android 9.0 (Pie)ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size5.65" · 158.1 x 76.6 x 9.7 mm (6.22 x 3.02 x 0.38 in)
ChipsetMediatek MT6765 Helio P35 (12 nm)
RAM4GB
Storage64GB
Main Camera12 MP · LED flash
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓5.65" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 3,100 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Entry-level Mediatek MT6765 Helio P35 (12 nm) — struggles with demanding apps
✗12 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysMobile gamingHeavy multitaskingPhotography
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2019, October. Released 2019, November
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT6765 Helio P35 (12 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Octa-core (4x2.3 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53)
OS
Android 9.0 (Pie), planned upgrade to Android 10
RAM
4GB
Fine for everyday apps
💻 Display
Sharpness
285 ppi
Adequate sharpness for daily use
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
12 MP
Capable for everyday photos
🔋 Battery
Capacity
3,100 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 3100 mAh, non-removable
📱 Design & Build
Weight
210g
On the heavier side — noticeable in pocket
Dimensions
158.1 x 76.6 x 9.7 mm (6.22 x 3.02 x 0.38 in)
Build
Glass front (Gorilla Glass 6), plastic back, aluminum frame
SIM
· Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Sensors
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
📶 Network
Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/100 Mbps
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
GPS
GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the Cat S52 does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.
Yes, the Cat S52 has NFC for contactless payments and pairing.
No, the Cat S52 charges via cable only — no wireless charging.
Yes, up to 10W (10W wired).
The Cat S52 is rated IP68 — IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 35 min) Drop resistant up to 1.5m MIL-STD-810G compliant.
Yes, the Cat S52 supports microSD expandable storage.
The Cat S52 SIM configuration: · Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM.
Yes, the Cat S52 has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The Cat S52 ships with Android 9.0 (Pie), planned upgrade to Android 10.
The Cat S52 uses USB Type-C 2.0, OTG.
The Cat S52 supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct.
The Cat S52 has 5.0, A2DP, LE.
