Overall Score
54.1Category Breakdown
Overall(#6562)54.1
Performance(#7895)54.3
Camera(#6905)42.0
Display(#7485)64.3
Battery(#6294)43.5
Build(#250)79.8
Comparisons Featuring Samsung Z2
Short Review
- The Samsung Z2 features a compact design with dimensions of 121.5 x 63 x 10.8 mm and a weight of 127g, utilizing a glass front and plastic back.
- It has a 4.0-inch TFT display with a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, offering a pixel density of approximately 233 ppi.
- Performance is driven by a Spreadtrum SC9830 chipset, a quad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A7 CPU, and 1GB of RAM, which is adequate for basic tasks.
- The rear camera is 5 MP with an f/2.2 aperture, capable of recording 720p video at 30fps, while the front camera is 2.4 MP.
- The battery capacity is 1500 mAh, supporting standard charging without wireless options.
- Running on Tizen 2.4, the software provides a straightforward user experience, although it lacks advanced features found in other operating systems.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The device is available in gold, black, and red colors, catering to different aesthetic preferences.
- Overall, the Samsung Z2 is a basic smartphone suitable for essential functions.
- Its build quality and performance align with its intended use as an entry-level device.
Specifications
General
Release Date2016
Announced2016
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size4"
TypeTFT, 256K colors
Resolution480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~233 ppi density)
PPI480
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetSpreadtrum SC9830
CPUQuad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUMali-400MP2
Memory8GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera5 MP
Main Camera Details5 MP, f/2.2
Front Camera2.4 MP
Front Camera DetailsVGA, f/2.4
Video Recording720p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity1500 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 1500 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions121.5 x 63 x 10.8 mm (4.78 x 2.48 x 0.43 in)
Weight127 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsGold, Black, Red
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMDual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Software
Operating SystemTizen 2.4
OS VersionTizen 2.4
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes