
Overall Score
29.5Category Breakdown
Overall(#5067)29.5
Performance(#4961)53.6
Camera(#2086)39.6
Display(#3329)58.9
Battery(#5788)20.8
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#5546)40.5
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring ZTE Star 1
Short Review
- The ZTE Star 1 features a slim design with dimensions of 139 x 69 x 6.6 mm and a weight of 130 grams, available in pink, black, and white.
- Its 5.0-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 441 ppi, though it lacks HDR support.
- Performance is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 chipset with a quad-core 1.6 GHz Cortex-A7 CPU and Adreno 305 GPU, complemented by 2GB of RAM and 16GB of internal storage.
- The rear camera is an 8 MP unit with autofocus, while a 5 MP front camera is available for selfies.
- Battery capacity stands at 2300 mAh, without fast charging or wireless capabilities.
- The device runs on Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), providing a basic software experience.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, and microUSB 2.0, but it lacks 5G and NFC support.
- The absence of stereo speakers is notable, but a headphone jack is included.
- Overall, the ZTE Star 1 combines a lightweight build with decent specifications for everyday use.
- Special features are minimal, focusing primarily on essential smartphone functions.
Specifications
General
Release Date2014
Announced2014
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~441 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8928 Snapdragon 400 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.6 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUAdreno 305
Memory16GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera8 MP, AF
Main Camera FeaturesDual-LED dual-tone flash
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video RecordingYes
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity2300 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 2300 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions139 x 69 x 6.6 mm (5.47 x 2.72 x 0.26 in)
Weight130 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsPink, Black, White
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
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