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ZTE Blade A601#6227

Released: 2016

ZTE Blade A601

Overall Score

24.7

Category Breakdown

Overall(#6227)24.7
Performance(#7917)33.4
Camera(#8603)15.4
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#3439)28.1
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#5336)42.2
Audio(#1963)8.9

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Short Review

  • The ZTE Blade A601 features a compact design with dimensions of 145 x 71.2 x 9.5 mm and a weight of 152 grams, making it comfortable to hold.
  • Its 5.0-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 294 ppi, suitable for everyday use.
  • Performance is powered by a quad-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A53 processor paired with 1GB of RAM, which is adequate for basic tasks but may struggle with multitasking.
  • The rear camera has an 8 MP sensor with autofocus, capable of recording video at 720p at 30fps, while the 2 MP front camera is suitable for simple selfies.
  • A robust 4000 mAh battery provides extended usage without the need for frequent charging, although it lacks fast or wireless charging capabilities.
  • The device runs on Android 6.0 Marshmallow, offering a straightforward user experience without the latest features.
  • 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 available in black and gold colors, but lacks water resistance.
  • Overall, the ZTE Blade A601 is a basic smartphone with essential features for casual 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
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetN/A
CPUQuad-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUN/A
Memory8GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC

Camera

Main Camera8 MP, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera2 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording720p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗

Battery

Capacity4000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 4000 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗

Build & Safety

Dimensions145 x 71.2 x 9.5 mm (5.71 x 2.80 x 0.37 in)
Weight152 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack, Gold
Foldable✗
SARN/A

Connectivity

SIMDual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS

Audio

Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 6.0 (Marshmallow)
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity