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ZTE Blade V8#5056

Released: 2017

ZTE Blade V8

Overall Score

29.5

Category Breakdown

Overall(#5056)29.5
Performance(#4685)56.2
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#3329)58.9
Battery(#5228)22.8
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#5234)43.1
Audio(#1963)8.9

Comparisons Featuring ZTE Blade V8

Short Review

  • The ZTE Blade V8 features a sleek design with dimensions of 148.4 x 71.5 x 7.7 mm and a weight of 141g, available in multiple colors including Rose Gold and Dark Grey.
  • Its 5.2-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, providing sharp visuals at approximately 424 ppi.
  • Performance is driven by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 435 chipset, with an octa-core CPU and options for 2GB or 3GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking.
  • The camera setup includes a 13 MP rear camera with a secondary 2 MP depth sensor, capable of recording 1080p video, while a 13 MP front camera serves for selfies.
  • The battery capacity stands at 2730 mAh, supporting standard charging without wireless capabilities.
  • Running on Android 7.0 (Nougat) with MiFavor 4.2, the software experience is straightforward but lacks the latest features.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.1, though it does not support 5G or NFC.
  • The device lacks water resistance and stereo speakers, but retains a headphone jack for audio.
  • Overall, the ZTE Blade V8 offers a balanced combination of design, performance, and camera capabilities for everyday use.

Specifications

General

Release Date2017
Announced2017
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size5.2"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~424 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetQualcomm MSM8940 Snapdragon 435 (28 nm)
CPUOcta-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 505
Memory16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDXC

Camera

Main Camera13 MP, AF2 MP, (depth)
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, panorama, HDR
Front Camera13 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization
Night Mode
Raw Photo Support

Battery

Capacity2730 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2730 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Safety

Dimensions148.4 x 71.5 x 7.7 mm (5.84 x 2.81 x 0.30 in)
Weight141 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsRose Gold, Silver, Dark Grey, Champagne Gold
Foldable
SARN/A

Connectivity

SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.1, A2DP, LE
NFC
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 7.0 (Nougat), MiFavor 4.2
Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass