Ulefone S1
$58.71
Overview
Ulefone S1 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2018 with a 5.5-inch IPS LCD, MediaTek MT6580 chipset, 5 main camera, and 3000 mAh battery.
Priced at $58.71, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Ulefone S1
The display of Ulefone S1 measures 5.5 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 400 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 480x960 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Ulefone S1 features 2 rear cameras: 5 main, 8MP ultrawide. Video recording supports up to 720p.
The battery of Ulefone S1 has 3000mAh capacity with 18 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 52 min minutes.
The performance of Ulefone S1 is powered by the MediaTek MT6580 chipset with Mali-400 GPU. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 146341.
The memory of Ulefone S1 offers 1GB RAM with 8GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X technology. Storage is 8GB 1GB RAM.
The connectivity of Ulefone S1 includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, and Bluetooth 4.0.
The build of Ulefone S1 weighs 183g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 148.6 x 70.7 x 9.6 mm.
The software of Ulefone S1 runs Android 8.1 Oreo (Go edition) with Android Go. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Ulefone S1
Ulefone S1 has a 5 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Ulefone S1 with MediaTek MT6580 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Ulefone S1 receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Ulefone S1 has a 3000mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Ulefone S1 at $58.71 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Ulefone S1 supports 18 wired charging with full charge in approximately 52 min minutes.
Ulefone S1 is available in 8GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Ulefone S1 has a 5.5-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 400 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Ulefone S1 delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.
Key Specifications
Display
5.5"
Main Camera
5
Chipset
MediaTek MT6580
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 900 / 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 | 2018 |
| Status | Upcoming |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $58.71 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 148.6 x 70.7 x 9.6 mm |
| Weight (g) | 183 |
| Build Materials | Back: Plastic |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Gold", "Black"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | N/A |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 5.5 |
| Resolution (px) | 480x960 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 6:13 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 404 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 74.3 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 400 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 16 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | N/A |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 8.1 Oreo (Go edition) |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | MediaTek MT6580 |
| CPU | Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7 |
| GPU | Mali-400 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | mt6580 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | 146341 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 1GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 8GB |
| Storage Type | 8GB 1GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | emmc-5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 2 |
| Main Sensor | 5 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/2.8" |
| Main Sensor Model | Sony Exmor-RS IMX499 |
| Main Lens | f/2.2, 13mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | 1.12µm |
| Ultrawide | 8MP |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 720p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264 |
| Slow Motion | |
| Video Stabilization | |
| Night Mode Features | basic |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 2 |
| Sensor Size | 1/5-inch |
| Aperture | f/2.0 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 720p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | basic |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aac |
| DAC/Amp | N/A |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| Bluetooth | 4.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | Micro-USB |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Fingerprint (Under Display, Optical) |
| 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) | 3000 |
| Type | Li-Po |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 18 |
| Wired Standard | micro-usb |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 120 min |
| Full Charge Time | 52 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 5W |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 8.1 Oreo (Go edition) |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Android Go |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Basic |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | charger, cable, manual |
| 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!