Overall Score
55.4Category Breakdown
Overall(#5199)55.4
Performance(#6224)56.5
Camera(#1878)45.8
Display(#4519)70.5
Battery(#7056)43.5
Build(#12167)63.8
Comparisons Featuring ZTE Axon M
Short Review
- The ZTE Axon M features a unique foldable design with a dual IPS LCD display measuring 5.2 inches, offering a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels at approximately 426 ppi.
- The device is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 821 chipset, with a quad-core CPU and Adreno 530 GPU, ensuring smooth performance for everyday tasks.
- It includes 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage, providing adequate space for apps and media.
- The rear camera boasts a 20 MP sensor capable of recording 4K video at 30fps, though it lacks optical image stabilization.
- Battery capacity stands at 3180 mAh, supporting 18W charging but no wireless charging option.
- Running on Android 7.1.2 Nougat, the software experience is somewhat dated compared to newer models.
- The phone weighs 230g and has dimensions of 150.9 x 71.6 x 12.2 mm, making it relatively bulky.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2, and NFC, but it does not support 5G.
- The Axon M lacks water resistance and stereo speakers, but it does feature a headphone jack.
- Overall, the ZTE Axon M presents an interesting design with solid performance, though it has limitations in camera stabilization and software updates.
Specifications
General
Release Date2017
Announced2017
DescriptionFor AT&T
Display
Size5.2"
TypeDual IPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~426 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 5
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 821 (14 nm)
CPUQuad-core (2x2.15 GHz Kryo & 2x1.6 GHz Kryo)
GPUAdreno 530
Memory64GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera20 MP
Main Camera Details20 MP, AF
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera DetailsN/A
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3180 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3180 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details18W wired, QC3
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions150.9 x 71.6 x 12.2 mm (5.94 x 2.82 x 0.48 in)
Weight230 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsCarbon Black
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 7.1.2 (Nougat)
OS VersionAndroid 7.1.2 (Nougat)
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes, dual speakers
Audio JackYes