Overall Score
17.5Category Breakdown
Overall(#7748)17.5
Performance(#6168)43.6
Camera(#8603)15.4
Display(#10496)17.7
Battery(#5788)20.8
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#6027)34.9
Audio(#1963)8.9
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Short Review
- The ZTE Imperial II features a simple design with dimensions of 142.2 x 71.1 x 10.2 mm and a weight of 143.7g, making it relatively lightweight and easy to handle.
- Its 5.0-inch TFT display offers a resolution of 540 x 960 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 220 ppi, which is adequate for basic tasks but lacks sharpness for detailed visuals.
- Performance is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 chipset with a quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7 CPU and Adreno 305 GPU, complemented by 1GB of RAM, suitable for everyday applications.
- The rear camera is a 5 MP unit with autofocus, capable of recording video at 720p@30fps, while the front-facing camera is limited to 1 MP.
- The battery capacity is 2300 mAh, providing basic longevity without fast or wireless charging options.
- Running on Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), the software experience is dated, lacking modern features and updates.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The device has a microUSB 2.0 port and retains a headphone jack, which is a plus for audio connectivity.
- Overall, the ZTE Imperial II is a basic smartphone that meets essential needs but falls short in performance and features compared to more recent models.
Specifications
General
Release Date2015
Announced2015
DescriptionFor U.S. Cellular
Display
Size5"
TypeTFT
Resolution540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~220 ppi density)
PPI540
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8926 Snapdragon 400 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUAdreno 305
Memory8GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera5 MP, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash
Front Camera1 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording720p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity2300 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2300 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions142.2 x 71.1 x 10.2 mm (5.60 x 2.80 x 0.40 in)
Weight143.7 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsWhite
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMMicro-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA
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 4.4.2 (KitKat)
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity