Overall Score
32.3Category Breakdown
Overall(#4596)32.3
Performance(#3833)64.2
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#3329)58.9
Battery(#4566)24.2
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#2551)61.5
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring ZTE Hawkeye
Short Review
- The ZTE Hawkeye features a sleek design with dimensions of 154 x 76 x 7.9 mm and a weight that enhances portability.
- Its 5.5-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, delivering sharp visuals at approximately 401 ppi.
- Performance is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 chipset with an octa-core CPU, complemented by 3GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking.
- The camera system includes a 13 MP rear camera capable of 1080p video recording and an 8 MP front-facing camera for selfies.
- Battery life is supported by a 3000 mAh capacity, with 18W charging for quicker power replenishment.
- The device runs on Android 7.0 Nougat, providing a user-friendly interface.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, and NFC capabilities.
- The absence of 5G support may limit future-proofing, but USB Type-C enhances data transfer efficiency.
- The phone lacks water resistance and stereo speakers, which may be drawbacks for some users.
- Overall, the ZTE Hawkeye presents a balanced feature set for everyday use.
Specifications
General
Release Date2017
Announced2017
DescriptionAlso known as ZTE Project CSX
Display
Size5.5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~401 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8953 Snapdragon 625 (14 nm)
CPUOcta-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 506
Memory32GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC
Camera
Main Camera13 MP, AF12 MP
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity3000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3000 mAh battery
Charging Details18W wired, QC2
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions154 x 76 x 7.9 mm (6.06 x 2.99 x 0.31 in)
WeightN/A
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable✗
SARN/A
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/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 7.0 (Nougat)
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass