Overall Score
57.5Category Breakdown
Overall(#3876)57.5
Performance(#2824)63.9
Camera(#3298)42.5
Display(#4079)70.5
Battery(#6348)43.5
Build(#4950)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Sharp Z2
Short Review
- The Sharp Z2 features a sleek design with dimensions of 153 x 76 x 8.4 mm and a weight of 160g, available in silver and gold.
- Its 5.5-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, providing a sharp pixel density of approximately 401 ppi.
- Powered by the Mediatek MT6797 Helio X20 chipset, it utilizes a deca-core CPU and Mali-T880 MP4 GPU, ensuring smooth performance with 4GB of RAM.
- The rear camera is a 16 MP unit with PDAF, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the 8 MP front camera is suitable for selfies.
- The battery capacity stands at 3000mAh, supporting standard charging without wireless capabilities.
- Running on Android 6.0 Marshmallow, the software experience is basic but functional.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.1, and USB Type-C, though it lacks 5G and NFC.
- The absence of stereo speakers may limit audio quality, but a headphone jack is included for wired audio.
- Overall, the Sharp Z2 combines solid specifications in a stylish package, catering to users seeking a reliable smartphone experience.
Specifications
General
Release Date2016
Announced2016
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5.5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~401 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass (unspecified version)
Performance
ChipsetMediatek MT6797 Helio X20 (20 nm)
CPUDeca-core (2x2.3GHz Cortex-A72, 4x2.0GHz Cortex-A53, 4x1.4GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUMali-T880 MP4
Memory32GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera16 MP
Main Camera Details16 MP, PDAF
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions153 x 76 x 8.4 mm (6.02 x 2.99 x 0.33 in)
Weight160 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsSilver, Gold
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n
Bluetooth4.1, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBUSB Type-C
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 6.0 (Marshmallow)
OS VersionAndroid 6.0 (Marshmallow)
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes