Overall Score
57.4Category Breakdown
Overall(#3921)57.4
Performance(#9752)54.3
Camera(#2060)45.4
Display(#5263)70.5
Battery(#3402)51.0
Build(#564)79.8
Comparisons Featuring Lenovo ZUK Z2
Short Review
- The Lenovo ZUK Z2 features a compact design with dimensions of 141.7 x 68.9 x 8.5 mm and a weight of 149g, utilizing a glass front and back with an aluminum frame.
- Its 5.0-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, providing sharp visuals at approximately 441 ppi.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 chipset, it delivers robust performance with a quad-core CPU and Adreno 530 GPU, supported by options of 3GB or 4GB RAM.
- The rear camera boasts a 13 MP sensor capable of recording 4K video, while the 8 MP front camera is suitable for selfies.
- The 3500 mAh battery provides decent longevity but lacks fast or wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 6.0.1 with an upgrade path to Android 8.0, it features ZUI 2.5 for a customized user experience.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.1, although it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The device is available in Titanium Black and Ceramic White colors, but it lacks water resistance.
- Overall, the ZUK Z2 combines solid performance with a compact design and decent camera capabilities.
Specifications
General
Release Date2016
Announced2016
DescriptionAlso known as Lenovo Z2 Plus
Display
Size5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~441 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 820 (14 nm)
CPUQuad-core (2x2.15 GHz Kryo & 2x1.6 GHz Kryo)
GPUAdreno 530
Memory32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, f/2.2, 1/2.6", 1.34µm, PDAF
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP, f/2.0, 1/3.2", 1.4µm
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, 720p@120fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3500 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 3500 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions141.7 x 68.9 x 8.5 mm (5.58 x 2.71 x 0.33 in)
Weight149 g
MaterialsGlass front, glass back, aluminum frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsTitanium Black, Ceramic White
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat6 300/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
Bluetooth4.1, A2DP, LE, EDR
NFC✗
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo), ZUI 2.5
OS VersionAndroid 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo), ZUI 2.5
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes