
Overall Score
24.2Category Breakdown
Overall(#6318)24.2
Performance(#7245)37.6
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#5685)21.2
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#5802)38.4
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring ZTE Blade X5
Short Review
- The ZTE Blade X5 features a compact design with dimensions of 142 x 70.4 x 8.9 mm and a lightweight build at 129 grams, available in black and yellow.
- It sports a 5.0-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing a pixel density of approximately 294 ppi.
- Performance is driven by a quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A53 CPU and 1GB of RAM, which supports basic multitasking and app usage.
- The rear camera is a 13 MP unit capable of 1080p video recording at 30fps, while an 8 MP front camera is available for selfies.
- The battery capacity is 2400 mAh, with no fast charging or wireless charging options.
- Running on Android 5.1 Lollipop, the software experience is basic and lacks modern features.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The phone is equipped with a microUSB 2.0 port and retains a headphone jack.
- Overall, the ZTE Blade X5 offers essential features for everyday use but lacks advanced capabilities.
- Its design and performance are suitable for users with basic smartphone needs.
Specifications
General
Release Date2015
Announced2015
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 1.3 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUN/A
Memory8GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, panorama
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity2400 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2400 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions142 x 70.4 x 8.9 mm (5.59 x 2.77 x 0.35 in)
Weight129 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack, Yellow
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMDual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 5.1 (Lollipop)
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity