Overall Score
54.6Category Breakdown
Overall(#5824)54.6
Performance(#11436)54.3
Camera(#4732)42.4
Display(#5783)70.5
Battery(#12106)43.5
Build(#10148)70.8
Comparisons Featuring ZTE nubia Z5
Short Review
- The ZTE nubia Z5 features a sleek design with dimensions of 137.9 x 69.1 x 7.6 mm and a lightweight build at 126 grams.
- Its 5.0-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, providing sharp visuals at approximately 441 ppi.
- Performance is powered by a Qualcomm APQ8064 Snapdragon 600 chipset, featuring a quad-core 1.5 GHz Krait 300 CPU and Adreno 320 GPU, complemented by 2GB of RAM.
- The rear camera boasts a 13 MP sensor with autofocus, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the front-facing camera is 2 MP.
- The battery capacity is 2300 mAh, with no fast charging or wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 4.1.1 (Jelly Bean), the software experience is basic but functional.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0, and NFC support.
- The device lacks 5G capability and features a microUSB 2.0 port for charging and data transfer.
- Available in white and black, the nubia Z5 does not offer water resistance.
- Overall, it combines a solid design with decent performance and camera capabilities for its release period.
Specifications
General
Release Date2012
Announced2012
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~441 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionScratch-resistant glass
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm APQ8064 Snapdragon 600
CPUQuad-core 1.5 GHz Krait 300
GPUAdreno 320
Memory32GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, AF
Front Camera2 MP
Front Camera Details2 MP
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity2300 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2300 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions137.9 x 69.1 x 7.6 mm (5.43 x 2.72 x 0.30 in)
Weight126 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsWhite, Black
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMYes
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
NFC✓
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 4.1.1 (Jelly Bean)
OS VersionAndroid 4.1.1 (Jelly Bean)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes