Overall Score
54.6Category Breakdown
Overall(#5815)54.6
Performance(#11377)54.3
Camera(#4706)42.4
Display(#5725)70.5
Battery(#11977)43.5
Build(#10030)70.8
Comparisons Featuring ZTE Grand S II
Short Review
- The ZTE Grand S II features a sleek design with dimensions of 157 x 77 x 7.9 mm and a lightweight build at 120g, making it comfortable to hold.
- Its 5.5-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, delivering sharp visuals with a pixel density of approximately 401 ppi.
- Performance is driven by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 chipset, a quad-core 2.2 GHz CPU, and 2GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking and app usage.
- The rear camera boasts a 13 MP sensor capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while a 5 MP front camera is available for selfies.
- Battery capacity is 2500mAh, supporting basic usage without fast or wireless charging options.
- The device runs on Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean), providing a straightforward user experience.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.0, but it lacks 5G and NFC support.
- Notably, the phone includes a headphone jack, catering to users who prefer wired audio.
- The absence of HDR and stereo speakers may limit media experiences, but the overall specifications reflect a competent device for its time.
- Overall, the ZTE Grand S II combines a solid design with respectable performance and camera capabilities.
Specifications
General
Release Date2014
Announced2014
DescriptionAlso known as ZTE Grand S II P897A21
Display
Size5.5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~401 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8674-1 Snapdragon 800 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 2.2 GHz Krait 400
GPUAdreno 330
Memory16GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, AF
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera Details5 MP
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity2500 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2500 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions157 x 77 x 7.9 mm (6.18 x 3.03 x 0.31 in)
Weight120 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsSilver
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMMicro-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO
Network SpeedHSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps, LTE, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 4.2 (Jelly Bean)
OS VersionAndroid 4.2 (Jelly Bean)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes