Huawei Ascend G500
#7150
ZTE Grand X V970
#7025Category Breakdown
Huawei Ascend G500
ZTE Grand X V970
Performance
35.034.8
Camera
14.119.1
Display
55.255.2
Battery
18.116.2
Build
0.20.2
Connectivity
29.532.8
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
20.320.9
Summary
- The Huawei Ascend G500 and ZTE Grand X V970 both feature a 4.3-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 540 x 960 pixels, providing similar visual quality.
- In terms of performance, the Ascend G500 is powered by a Mediatek MT6575 chipset, while the Grand X V970 utilizes an Nvidia Tegra 2, offering a dual-core CPU that may enhance multitasking.
- Both devices have a 5 MP rear camera, but the Grand X V970 supports 1080p video recording, compared to the 720p of the G500.
- The Ascend G500 has a slightly larger battery capacity at 1930 mAh versus the 1600 mAh of the Grand X V970.
- Regarding software, the G500 runs Android 4.0.4, while the Grand X V970 can be upgraded to Android 4.1.1, providing a potentially better software experience.
- Build quality-wise, the Grand X V970 is lighter and slimmer than the G500, which may contribute to a more comfortable handling experience.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Huawei Ascend G500
ZTE Grand X V970
General
Release Date
2012
2012
Announced
2012
2012
Description
Also known as Huawei U8836D
Also known as ZTE Mimosa X, ZTE V970M (based on MediaTek MT6577 with dual-SIM card slots)
Display
Size
4.3"
4.3"
Type
IPS LCD
IPS LCD
Resolution
540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~256 ppi density)
540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~256 ppi density)
PPI
540
540
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT6575 (40 nm)
Nvidia Tegra 2
CPU
1.0 GHz Cortex-A9
1.0 GHz dual-core Cortex-A9
GPU
PowerVR SGX531
ULP GeForce
Memory
4GB 1GB RAM
4GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
5 MP, AF
5 MP, AF
Main Camera Features
LED flash
LED flash
Front Camera
VGA
VGA
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
720p
1080p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1930 mAh
1600 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Po 1930 mAh, removable
Removable Li-Ion 1600 mAh battery
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
130 x 65 x 11 mm (5.12 x 2.56 x 0.43 in)
127.4 x 65 x 9.9 mm (5.02 x 2.56 x 0.39 in)
Weight
156 g
110 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black
Black
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Dual SIM (Mini-SIM)
Dual SIM (Mini-SIM, dual stand-by)
Network
GSM / HSPA
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
HSPA
HSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth
Yes
2.1, A2DP, EDR
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS
GPS, A-GPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich), upgradable to 4.1.1 (Jelly Bean)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass