Overall Score
56.4Category Breakdown
Overall(#4647)56.4
Performance(#4431)60.3
Camera(#4182)42.4
Display(#4544)70.5
Battery(#7100)43.5
Build(#5632)70.8
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
Peak BrightnessN/A
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
Main Camera Details13 MP, AF2 MP, (depth)
Front Camera13 MP
Front Camera Details13 MP
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity2730 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2730 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions148.4 x 71.5 x 7.7 mm (5.84 x 2.81 x 0.30 in)
Weight141 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsRose Gold, Silver, Dark Grey, Champagne Gold
Foldable✗
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
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 7.0 (Nougat), MiFavor 4.2
OS VersionAndroid 7.0 (Nougat), MiFavor 4.2
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes