Lava X81
#5521
ZTE Blade X
#4859Category Breakdown
Lava X81
ZTE Blade X
Performance
49.553.4
Camera
19.119.1
Display
56.556.5
Battery
22.724.2
Build
0.217.5
Connectivity
45.849.5
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
27.430.7
Summary
- The Lava X81 features a 5.0-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, while the ZTE Blade X has a larger 5.5-inch IPS LCD with the same resolution, resulting in a higher pixel density.
- In terms of performance, the Lava X81 is powered by a Mediatek MT6735 chipset with a quad-core 1.3 GHz CPU, whereas the ZTE Blade X utilizes a Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 with a slightly faster 1.4 GHz CPU.
- Both phones have a 13 MP rear camera and a 5 MP front camera, offering similar photographic capabilities.
- The Blade X has a larger 3000 mAh battery compared to the 2700 mAh battery of the X81, potentially providing better longevity.
- Additionally, the Lava X81 runs on Android 6.0.1, while the ZTE Blade X operates on a more recent Android 7.1.1, which may offer a more refined software experience.
- The build quality of the X81 is more compact and lighter, while the Blade X is larger and heavier.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Lava X81
ZTE Blade X
General
Release Date
2016
2017
Announced
2016
2017
Description
For India
For Cricket
Display
Size
5"
5.5"
Type
IPS LCD
IPS LCD
Resolution
720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio
720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~267 ppi density)
PPI
720
720
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
Asahi Dragontrail Glass
Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT6735 (28 nm)
Qualcomm MSM8917 Snapdragon 425 (28 nm)
CPU
Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A53
Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
GPU
Mali-T720
Adreno 308
Memory
16GB 3GB RAM
16GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
13 MP, f/2.0, AF
13 MP, AF
Main Camera Features
Dual-LED flash
LED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera
5 MP, f/2.4
5 MP
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
720p
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
2700 mAh
3000 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 2700 mAh, non-removable
Li-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
142.6 x 73.4 x 8.4 mm (5.61 x 2.89 x 0.33 in)
156 x 77.5 x 8.9 mm (6.14 x 3.05 x 0.35 in)
Weight
N/A
156 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Space Grey/Gold
Black
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
0.72 W/kg (head)
Connectivity
SIM
Dual SIM
Nano-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA / LTE
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Network Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✓
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
4.0, A2DP
4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0, OTG
USB Type-C
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS
GPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Android 7.1.1 (Nougat)
Fingerprint
✗
✓
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity