Overall Score
32.4Category Breakdown
Overall(#4587)32.4
Performance(#3859)63.8
Camera(#5056)36.6
Display(#3329)58.9
Battery(#4566)24.2
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#4464)48.5
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring ZTE Axon
Short Review
- The ZTE Axon features a sleek design with dimensions of 153.9 x 73.7 x 9.4 mm and a weight of 169.8g, available in Ion Gold, Chromium Silver, and Phthalo Blue.
- Its 5.5-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, providing a pixel density of approximately 401 ppi, although it lacks HDR support and operates at a 60Hz refresh rate.
- Performance is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 chipset, with a quad-core 2.3 GHz CPU and Adreno 330 GPU, complemented by 2GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage.
- The camera system includes a 13 MP rear camera with autofocus and a secondary 2 MP depth sensor, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the 8 MP front camera caters to selfies.
- The battery capacity stands at 3000 mAh, supporting 10W charging but lacking wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop), the software experience is basic, with no stereo speakers but a headphone jack present.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.0, and NFC, though it does not support 5G.
- The build quality is solid, but it does not feature water resistance.
- Overall, the ZTE Axon combines a decent display and performance with a functional camera and battery life.
Specifications
General
Release Date2015
Announced2015
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5.5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~401 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8974 Snapdragon 801 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 2.3 GHz Krait 400
GPUAdreno 330
Memory32GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera13 MP, AF2 MP, (depth)
Main Camera FeaturesDual-LED flash, panorama, HDR
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps, 720p@120fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity3000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details10W wired, QC1
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions153.9 x 73.7 x 9.4 mm (6.06 x 2.90 x 0.37 in)
Weight169.8 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsIon Gold, Chromium Silver, Phthalo Blue
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMMicro-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
NFC✓
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 5.1.1 (Lollipop)
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass