Overall Score
56.4Category Breakdown
Overall(#4648)56.4
Performance(#4432)60.3
Camera(#4184)42.4
Display(#4545)70.5
Battery(#7101)43.5
Build(#5633)70.8
Comparisons Featuring ZTE Blade A2
Short Review
- The ZTE Blade A2 features a compact design with dimensions of 143.8 x 70.2 x 7.9 mm and a weight of 135g, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Its 5.0-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 294 ppi.
- Performance is powered by a Mediatek MT6750 chipset, with an octa-core CPU and 2GB of RAM, which supports basic multitasking and everyday tasks.
- The rear camera boasts a 13 MP sensor with phase detection autofocus, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the 5 MP front camera serves well for selfies.
- The 2500mAh battery supports standard charging and lacks wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 5.1 Lollipop, it can be upgraded to 6.0 Marshmallow with MiFavor 3.2, offering a user-friendly interface.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0, and microUSB 2.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The phone is equipped with a headphone jack, catering to traditional audio needs.
- Overall, the ZTE Blade A2 presents a balanced combination of features suitable for basic smartphone users.
Specifications
General
Release Date2016
Announced2016
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetMediatek MT6750 (28 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.0 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUMali-T860MP2
Memory16GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, PDAF
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera Details5 MP
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity2500 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2500 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions143.8 x 70.2 x 7.9 mm (5.66 x 2.76 x 0.31 in)
Weight135 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsSilver
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 5.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow), MiFavor 3.2
OS VersionAndroid 5.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow), MiFavor 3.2
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes