Overall Score
59.9Category Breakdown
Overall(#2836)59.9
Performance(#6225)56.5
Camera(#914)50.3
Display(#1458)79.5
Battery(#7063)43.5
Build(#356)79.8
Comparisons Featuring ZTE Axon 7
Short Review
- The ZTE Axon 7 features a sleek design with a glass front protected by Gorilla Glass 4 and an aluminum back and frame, measuring 151.7 x 75 x 7.9 mm and weighing 175 grams.
- Its 5.5-inch AMOLED display offers a resolution of 1440 x 2560 pixels, delivering sharp visuals with a pixel density of approximately 538 ppi.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 chipset, it boasts a quad-core CPU and Adreno 530 GPU, ensuring smooth performance with 4GB of RAM.
- The rear camera is a 20 MP unit with f/1.8 aperture, capable of recording 4K video at 30fps, while the 8 MP front camera serves well for selfies.
- Battery capacity stands at 3250 mAh, supporting 18W charging but lacking wireless charging capabilities.
- The device runs on Android 6.0.1, upgradable to Android 8.0, with ZTE's MiFavor 5.2 interface.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2, and NFC, but it does not support 5G.
- The stereo speakers enhance audio quality, and a headphone jack is included for wired listening.
- Overall, the Axon 7 combines solid build quality, impressive display, and capable performance in a compact form factor.
- Special features like OIS in the camera and dual-band Wi-Fi further enhance its usability.
Specifications
General
Release Date2016
Announced2016
DescriptionAlso known as ZTE Axon 2Available in China with 128 GB storage and 6 GB RAM
Display
Size5.5"
TypeAMOLED
Resolution1440 x 2560 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~538 ppi density)
PPI1440
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 4
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 820 (14 nm)
CPUQuad-core (2x2.15 GHz Kryo & 2x1.6 GHz Kryo)
GPUAdreno 530
Memory64GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera20 MP
Main Camera Details20 MP, f/1.8, 1/2.6", 1.1µm, PDAF, OIS
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP, f/2.2, 1/4.0", 1.12µm
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, 720p@240fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✓
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3250 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3250 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details18W wired, QC3
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions151.7 x 75 x 7.9 mm (5.97 x 2.95 x 0.31 in)
Weight175 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 4), aluminum back, aluminum frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsIon Gold, Quartz Grey, Chromium Silver
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 b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 3.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS/ BDS (region dependent)
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo), MiFavor 5.2
OS VersionAndroid 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo), MiFavor 5.2
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with Dolby Atmos stereo speakers (2 dedicated amplifiers)
Audio JackYes