Overall Score
57.3Category Breakdown
Overall(#3937)57.3
Performance(#4933)60.3
Camera(#3408)42.5
Display(#5751)70.5
Battery(#12031)43.5
Build(#918)79.8
Comparisons Featuring ZTE Blade V9
Short Review
- The ZTE Blade V9 features a sleek design with glass front and back, supported by an aluminum frame, measuring 151.4 x 70.6 x 7.5 mm and weighing 140g.
- Its 5.7-inch S-IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2160 pixels, providing sharp visuals at approximately 424 ppi.
- Performance is driven by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 450 chipset, with an octa-core CPU clocked at 1.8 GHz and options for 3GB or 4GB of RAM.
- The camera system includes a 16 MP main sensor with f/1.8 aperture and a 5 MP depth sensor, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the 8 MP front camera captures decent selfies.
- The 3100 mAh battery supports 10W charging but lacks wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 8.1 Oreo, the software experience is straightforward, though not the latest version.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, and NFC, but it does not support 5G.
- The device is available in multiple colors, including Black, Gold, Blue, and Grey.
- Notably, it includes a headphone jack, catering to users who prefer wired audio.
- Overall, the ZTE Blade V9 combines a modern design with solid performance and camera capabilities.
Specifications
General
Release Date2018
Announced2018
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5.7"
TypeS-IPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 2160 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~424 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SDM450 Snapdragon 450 (14 nm)
CPUOcta-core 1.8 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 506
Memory32GB 3GB RAM, 32GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera16 MP
Main Camera Details16 MP, f/1.8, 1.12µm, PDAF5 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP, f/2.0or13 MP
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3100 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3100 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details10W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions151.4 x 70.6 x 7.5 mm (5.96 x 2.78 x 0.30 in)
Weight140 g
MaterialsGlass front, glass back, aluminum frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, Gold, Blue, Grey
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / 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
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 8.1 (Oreo)
OS VersionAndroid 8.1 (Oreo)
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes