Overall Score
54.5Category Breakdown
Overall(#6195)54.5
Performance(#11388)54.3
Camera(#6251)42.1
Display(#5737)70.5
Battery(#12001)43.5
Build(#10053)70.8
Comparisons Featuring ZTE Grand X 3
Short Review
- The ZTE Grand X 3 features a simple design with a plastic build, measuring 154.2 x 76 x 9.4 mm and weighing 170.1g.
- It sports a 5.5-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 267 ppi.
- Performance is driven by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 210 chipset, a quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7 CPU, and 2GB of RAM, which is adequate for basic tasks.
- The camera system includes an 8 MP rear camera with autofocus and a 2 MP front-facing camera, capable of recording video at 720p.
- The 3080 mAh battery supports 10W charging but lacks wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop), the software experience is basic and may feel outdated.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.1, and a USB Type-C port, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The device does not feature HDR support and has no stereo speakers.
- Overall, the ZTE Grand X 3 is a straightforward smartphone with essential features, suitable for users with minimal demands.
Specifications
General
Release Date2016
Announced2016
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5.5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~267 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8909 Snapdragon 210 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUAdreno 304
Memory16GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera8 MP
Main Camera Details8 MP, AF
Front Camera2 MP
Front Camera Details2 MP
Video Recording720p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3080 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3080 mAh, removable
Charging Details10W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions154.2 x 76 x 9.4 mm (6.07 x 2.99 x 0.37 in)
Weight170.1 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMMicro-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth4.1, A2DP
NFC✗
USBUSB Type-C
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 5.1.1 (Lollipop)
OS VersionAndroid 5.1.1 (Lollipop)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes