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ZTE Blade A7#4522

Released: 2019

ZTE Blade A7

Overall Score

56.4

Category Breakdown

Overall(#4522)56.4
Performance(#4935)60.3
Camera(#3409)42.5
Display(#5753)70.5
Battery(#12037)43.5
Build(#10082)70.8

Comparisons Featuring ZTE Blade A7

Short Review

  • The ZTE Blade A7 features a sleek design with dimensions of 154 x 72.8 x 7.9 mm and a lightweight build at 146 grams.
  • Its 6.09-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1560 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 282 ppi.
  • Performance is powered by the Mediatek MT6771 Helio P60 chipset, featuring an octa-core CPU and Mali-G72 MP3 GPU, supported by options of 2GB or 3GB RAM.
  • The rear camera is a 16 MP unit with an f/2.0 aperture, capable of 720p video recording, while the front-facing camera is 5 MP.
  • The battery capacity stands at 3200 mAh, but it lacks fast or wireless charging capabilities.
  • Running on Android 9.0 (Pie) with MiFavor 9.0, the software experience is straightforward.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.2, though it does not support 5G or NFC.
  • The device also retains a headphone jack, which is becoming less common.
  • Available in Black, Blue, and a Black/Blue combination, the Blade A7 offers a simple yet functional design.
  • Overall, it is a basic smartphone that meets essential needs without advanced features.

Specifications

General

Release Date2019
Announced2019
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size6.09"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1560 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~282 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetMediatek MT6771 Helio P60 (12 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A73 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUMali-G72 MP3
Memory32GB 2GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDXC

Camera

Main Camera16 MP
Main Camera Details16 MP, f/2.0, AF
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera Details5 MP, f/2.4
Video Recording720p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS
Night Mode
RAW Support

Battery

Capacity3200 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3200 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Design

Dimensions154 x 72.8 x 7.9 mm (6.06 x 2.87 x 0.31 in)
Weight146 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, Blue, Black/blue
Foldable

Connectivity

SIMDual SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS, BDS

Software

Operating SystemAndroid 9.0 (Pie), MiFavor 9.0
OS VersionAndroid 9.0 (Pie), MiFavor 9.0

Security

Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes