Category Breakdown
Plum Link Plus
ZTE Tempo X
Performance
47.842.2
Camera
29.615.4
Display
55.354.4
Battery
23.020.4
Build
0.20.2
Connectivity
12.947.1
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
25.125.8
Summary
- The Plum Link Plus features a larger 7.0-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 600 x 1024 pixels, while the ZTE Tempo X has a smaller 5.0-inch IPS LCD with a resolution of 480 x 854 pixels, resulting in a lower pixel density.
- In terms of performance, the Plum is powered by a Rockchip RK3188 chipset with a quad-core CPU at 1.8 GHz, compared to the ZTE's Qualcomm Snapdragon 210 at 1.1 GHz, giving the Plum an edge in processing power.
- Both devices have a 5 MP rear camera, but the Plum can record video at 1080p, while the ZTE is limited to 720p.
- The Plum Link Plus has a 2800 mAh battery, which is larger than the ZTE's 2200 mAh, potentially offering better longevity.
- Software-wise, the Plum runs on Android 4.4.2, while the ZTE operates on a more recent Android 7.1.1, which may provide a better user experience.
- The Plum is heavier at 246 g compared to the ZTE's 141.8 g, affecting portability.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Plum Link Plus
ZTE Tempo X
General
Release Date
2014
2017
Announced
2014
2017
Description
Also known as Plum Link Plus Z702
For Boost Mobile
Display
Size
7"
5"
Type
IPS LCD
IPS LCD
Resolution
600 x 1024 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~170 ppi density)
480 x 854 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~196 ppi density)
PPI
600
480
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Rockchip RK3188
Qualcomm MSM8909 Snapdragon 210 (28 nm)
CPU
Quad-core 1.8 GHz
Quad-core 1.1 GHz Cortex-A7
GPU
Mali-400
Adreno 304
Memory
8GB 1GB RAM
8GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
microSDHC
Camera
Main Camera
5 MP, AF
5 MP
Main Camera Features
Panorama, HDR
LED flash
Front Camera
2 MP
2 MP
Front Camera Features
face detection
N/A
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
720p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
2800 mAh
2200 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 2800 mAh, non-removable
Li-Ion 2200 mAh, removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
190.4 x 119 x 7.9 mm (7.50 x 4.69 x 0.31 in)
145.5 x 71.9 x 9.1 mm (5.73 x 2.83 x 0.36 in)
Weight
246 g
141.8 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black, White
Black
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
No
Nano-SIM
Network
No cellular connectivity
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
Network Speed
N/A
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
No
4.1, A2DP
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS
GPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 4.4.2 (KitKat)
Android 7.1.1 (Nougat)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, gyro
Accelerometer

