Overall Score
56.4Category Breakdown
Overall(#4513)56.4
Performance(#4425)60.3
Camera(#3332)42.5
Display(#4518)70.5
Battery(#7055)43.5
Build(#5589)70.8
Comparisons Featuring ZTE nubia Z9 mini
Short Review
- The ZTE nubia Z9 mini features a sleek design with dimensions of 141.3 x 69.8 x 8.2 mm and a weight of 147g, making it comfortable to hold.
- Its 5.0-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, delivering sharp visuals at approximately 441 ppi.
- Performance is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 615 chipset, with an octa-core CPU and 2GB of RAM, providing adequate multitasking capabilities.
- The rear camera boasts a 16 MP sensor with f/2.0 aperture, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while an 8 MP front camera serves for selfies.
- The battery capacity is 2900mAh, supporting standard charging without wireless options.
- Running on Android 5.0.2 with nubia UI 2.8, the software experience is basic but functional.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.0, though it lacks 5G and NFC support.
- The device does not feature stereo speakers but includes a headphone jack for audio.
- Available in black and white, the build quality is solid, though it lacks water resistance.
- Overall, the Z9 mini is a compact device with decent specifications for everyday use.
Specifications
General
Release Date2015
Announced2015
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5"
TypeIPS LCD,
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~441 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8939 Snapdragon 615 (28 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.0 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUAdreno 405
Memory16GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera16 MP
Main Camera Details16 MP, f/2.0, AF
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP, f/2.4
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity2900 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2900 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions141.3 x 69.8 x 8.2 mm (5.56 x 2.75 x 0.32 in)
Weight147 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, White
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 5.0.2 (Lollipop), nubia UI 2.8
OS VersionAndroid 5.0.2 (Lollipop), nubia UI 2.8
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes