| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $158.33 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Network | Technology |
GSM
|
| Launch | Announced | 2003, Q2 |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 106 x 45 x 20 mm (4.17 x 1.77 x 0.79 in) |
| Weight | 80 g (2.82 oz) | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM | |
| Display | Type | FSTN, monochrome graphics |
| Resolution | 112 x 64 pixels, 16:9 ratio | |
| Features | Screensavers | |
| Platform | OS | Android v16 |
| Chipset | Mediatek Dimensity 6300 | |
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.4 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) | |
| GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | |
| Memory | Card slot | No |
| Phonebook | 100 | |
| Main Camera | Triple | CIF |
| Features | No | |
| Video | 1920x1080 | |
| Selfie camera | Single | 13 MP, f/2.2, Wide Angle, Primary Camera |
| Features | No | |
| Video | 1280x720 | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | No | |
| Alert types | Vibration; Polyphonic ringtones, composer | |
| Comms | WLAN | No |
| Bluetooth | No | |
| Positioning | No | |
| Radio | No | |
| Features | Features | Predictive text input Organizer |
| Messaging | SMS | |
| Clock | Yes | |
| Alarm | Yes | |
| Games | 3 | |
| Languages | Major European languages | |
| Java | No | |
| Battery | Type | Removable Li-Ion 650 mAh battery |
| Charging | 15W wired | |
| Stand-by | Up to 160 h | |
| Talk time | Up to 3 h | |
| Misc | Colors | Mosaic Green, Mosaic Blue |
| Models | 4GB+64GB IND, 6GB+128GB IND |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the Chea 198
Advantages
- Outstanding multi-day or week-long standby battery longevity between charges
- Tactile physical alphanumeric keypad providing positive-click dialing and messaging
- Tough, drop-resilient casing engineered to withstand everyday accidental drops
- Streamlined, distraction-free mobile experience dedicated strictly to core calling and SMS
Disadvantages
- Restricted to fundamental calling and text functions without modern app store ecosystems
- Compact non-touch display with modest resolution and limited viewing angles
- No integrated camera hardware for photo or video capture
Built with a steadfast commitment to straightforward utility and rugged durability, the Chea 198 stands as a dependable voice and text communicator. Featuring an ergonomic handheld footprint and a tactile physical alphanumeric keypad, the phone ensures swift, error-free dialing and messaging with positive physical key travel.
Operating without the bloated overhead of complex modern operating systems, the device delivers instant, lag-free responsiveness. Speaker acoustics are loud and punchy, ensuring clear voice call intelligibility even in bustling outdoor environments. The distraction-free design dispenses with unnecessary camera hardware, focusing purely on call clarity and battery longevity.
Where this phone truly triumphs is power endurance: sustained by a 650mAh removable battery, it easily delivers multi-day or even week-long standby times between recharges. In summary, the Chea 198 is an unpretentious, rock-solid communication tool tailored for users seeking absolute reliability, simplicity, and unbeatable standby endurance.
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