Category Breakdown
TCL Flip 2
ZTE Link II
Performance
45.146.6
Camera
12.715.4
Display
27.225.6
Battery
17.816.2
Build
16.00.2
Connectivity
44.540.3
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
25.222.1
Summary
- The TCL Flip 2 features a slightly larger 2.8-inch TFT LCD display with a higher resolution of 240 x 320 pixels, compared to the ZTE Link II's 2.8-inch display at 128 x 160 pixels, resulting in better pixel density and clarity.
- In terms of performance, the TCL is powered by a Mediatek MT6739-CH chipset with a 1.5 GHz CPU and 4GB of RAM, while the ZTE utilizes a Qualcomm QM215 Snapdragon 215 with a 1.3 GHz CPU and 8GB of RAM, offering different strengths in multitasking.
- Both devices have a 2 MP rear camera, but the TCL can record video at 480p, whereas the ZTE supports 720p recording.
- The TCL Flip 2 has a 1850 mAh battery capacity, slightly larger than the ZTE's 1600 mAh, though the ZTE lacks charging capabilities.
- Build quality is comparable, with the TCL being slightly heavier at 140g versus the ZTE's 128g, and both devices have a similar design profile.
- Software-wise, the TCL runs on an unspecified OS while the ZTE operates on a proprietary system, which may affect user experience and app availability.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
TCL Flip 2
ZTE Link II
General
Release Date
2024
2021, February 22
Announced
2024
2021, February 22
Description
Also known as TCL Flip GO 4058W
N/A
Display
Size
2.8"
2.8"
Type
TFT LCD
TFT LCD
Resolution
240 x 320 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~143 ppi density)
128 x 160 pixels (~73 ppi density)
PPI
240
128
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT6739-CH (28 nm)
Qualcomm QM215 Snapdragon 215 (28 nm)
CPU
Quad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A53
Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A53
GPU
PowerVR GE8100
Adreno 308
Memory
4GB 1GB RAM
8GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
2 MP
2 MP
Main Camera Features
LED flash
N/A
Front Camera
N/A
N/A
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
480p@30fps
720p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1850 mAh
1600 mAh
Battery Details
1850 mAh
Li-Ion 1600 mAh, removable
Charging Details
5W wired
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
107.3 x 55.6 x 19.9 mm (4.22 x 2.19 x 0.78 in)
108.7 x 56.1 x 19.8 mm (4.28 x 2.21 x 0.78 in)
Weight
140 g
128 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black, Blue
Red, Black
Foldable
✓
✗
SAR
0.86 W/kg (head) 1.29 W/kg (body)
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Nano-SIM
Nano-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA / LTE
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Network Speed
HSPA, LTE
HSPA, LTE
5G
✗
✗
4G
✓
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth
4.2, A2DP
4.2, A2DP
NFC
✗
✗
USB
USB Type-C
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
N/A
Proprietary
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Barometer
Accelerometer

