Overall Score
30.6Category Breakdown
Overall(#4876)30.6
Performance(#4690)56.2
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#3329)58.9
Battery(#3941)27.2
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#4156)50.5
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring ZTE Max XL
Lenovo A6 Note|Meizu M5 Note|Blackview A80 Plus|Panasonic Eluga Ray 800|Coolpad Note 5|Zte Nubia V18|Blu G60|Blackberry Evolve|Vivo Y93s|Vivo Y91i|Oppo A7n|Yu Yunicorn|Wiko View3 Lite|Micromax Canvas Evok Note E453|Blu Vivo 8|Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 Mediatek|Blackview A80s|Blu Studio Max|Meizu M3 Note|Gionee S10b|Lava Yuva Star 2|Acer Liquid X2|Acer Liquid Z6 Plus|Bq Aquaris M5 5|Infinix Hot S3|Coolpad Note 6|Sharp Aquos B10|Lenovo K7|Honor Pad 5 10 1|Blackberry Motion
Short Review
- The ZTE Max XL features a large 6.0-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, providing clear visuals at approximately 367 ppi.
- Its build dimensions are 165.1 x 83.8 x 9.4 mm, weighing 180 grams, and it is available in black.
- Powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 435 chipset and an octa-core 1.4 GHz CPU, the phone offers adequate performance for everyday tasks with 2GB of RAM.
- The rear camera is a 13 MP unit capable of 1080p video recording, while the 5 MP front camera serves basic selfie needs.
- The battery capacity is 3990 mAh, supporting 18W charging but lacking wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 7.1.1 Nougat, the software experience is straightforward, though it may not include the latest features.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, and USB Type-C, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The phone does not have stereo speakers, but it retains a headphone jack for wired audio.
- Overall, the ZTE Max XL is a functional device with essential features for users seeking a reliable smartphone experience.
Specifications
General
Release Date2017
Announced2017
DescriptionFor Boost/Virgin MobileAlso known as ZTE Blade X Max for Sprint/Cricket
Display
Size6"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~367 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass (unspecified version)
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8940 Snapdragon 435 (28 nm)
CPUOcta-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 505
Memory16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity3990 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3990 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details18W wired, QC2
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions165.1 x 83.8 x 9.4 mm (6.5 x 3.30 x 0.37 in)
Weight180 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE (2CA)
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, 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 7.1.1 (Nougat)
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass