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Cat S52
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Cat S52

Released: 2019, OctoberPrice: About 440 EURStatus: Available. Released 2019, November

Root Support Available

Bootloader unlock, Magisk root, recovery notes, and expert support are available for this device family.

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 9.0 (Pie), planned upgrade to Android 10
CPUOcta-core (4x2.3 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUPowerVR GE8320
NFCYes
SIMNano-SIM, Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
Size5.65 inches, 82.4 cm, 2, (~68.0% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeIPS LCD
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
BrandCat
BuildGlass front (Gorilla Glass 6), plastic back, aluminum frame
ModelCat S52
PriceAbout 440 EUR
RadioFM radio
SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/100 Mbps
Video1080p@30fps
ColorsBlack
Single8 MP
StatusAvailable. Released 2019, November
Weight210 g (7.41 oz)
ChipsetMediatek MT6765 Helio P35 (12 nm)
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38
Charging10W wired
FeaturesLED flash
Internal64GB 4GB RAM
Released2019, October
Announced2019, October
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE
Card slotmicroSD
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions158.1 x 76.6 x 9.7 mm (6.22 x 3.02 x 0.38 in)
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 6
Resolution720 x 1440 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~285 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
LoudspeakerYes
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS

Cat S52 Overview

About Cat S52 Cat S52 is another flagship from Cat's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2019. Cat S52 has a wide variety of great specifications such as 64GB 4GB RAM with Mediatek MT6765 Helio P35 (12 nm) , as well as ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. The thing that makes this decent smartphone special is its sleek design and an amazing all-screen design with no notches at all.

Rooting Information

Cat S52 can generally be rooted with a bootloader unlock and Magisk patched boot image workflow. Always match firmware build numbers before flashing.

Bootloader Information

Most Android rooting methods begin with bootloader unlock. Unlocking may wipe data, affect warranty, and disable some security features.

Recovery Information

Custom recovery support depends on chipset, kernel source availability, and community builds. Fastboot-based Magisk installation can work even when TWRP is unavailable.

FAQ

Can I root the Cat S52?

The Cat S52 supports rooting through Magisk. You'll need to unlock the bootloader first, then flash a patched boot image. Check the rooting status card on this page for availability.

Does Cat S52 support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many Cat devices support TWRP. Check our device page for recovery compatibility. If TWRP isn't available, you can still use Magisk through fastboot method.

Will rooting Cat S52 void warranty?

Yes, rooting the Cat S52 will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does Cat S52 run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your Cat S52.