Overall Score
54.6Category Breakdown
Overall(#5826)54.6
Performance(#11446)54.3
Camera(#4735)42.4
Display(#5788)70.5
Battery(#12118)43.5
Build(#10160)70.8
Comparisons Featuring ZTE nubia Z5S mini NX405H
Short Review
- The ZTE nubia Z5S mini NX405H features a compact design with dimensions of 134.9 x 65.8 x 8.6 mm and a weight of 117.9g, available in black and white.
- Its 4.7-inch IGZO IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing a pixel density of approximately 312 ppi, although it lacks HDR support.
- Powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 chipset with a quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7 CPU and Adreno 305 GPU, it delivers adequate performance for everyday tasks with 2GB of RAM.
- The camera system includes a 13 MP rear camera capable of 1080p video recording at 30fps and a 5 MP front-facing camera for selfies.
- The battery capacity is 2000 mAh, but it does not support fast or wireless charging.
- Running on Android 4.3 (Jelly Bean), the software experience may feel dated compared to newer versions.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0, and microUSB 2.0, but it lacks 5G and NFC capabilities.
- The device does not feature stereo speakers, but it includes a headphone jack for audio output.
- Overall, the ZTE nubia Z5S mini is a lightweight smartphone with a decent display and camera, suitable for basic usage.
- Its design and build quality are commendable for its release year in 2014.
Specifications
General
Release Date2014
Announced2014
DescriptionAlso known as ZTE Nubia Z5s mini LTE
Display
Size4.7"
TypeIGZO IPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~312 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionScratch-resistant glass
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm Snapdragon 400 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUAdreno 305
Memory16GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, AF
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera Details5 MP
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity2000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2000 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions134.9 x 65.8 x 8.6 mm (5.31 x 2.59 x 0.34 in)
Weight117.9 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, White
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMMicro-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 4.3 (Jelly Bean)
OS VersionAndroid 4.3 (Jelly Bean)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes