ZTE Grand X4
#4963
ZTE Star 2
#4533Category Breakdown
ZTE Grand X4
ZTE Star 2
Performance
53.459.5
Camera
19.154.3
Display
56.558.9
Battery
25.521.2
Build
17.30.2
Connectivity
49.545.1
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
30.132.8
Summary
- The ZTE Grand X4 features a larger 5.5-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, while the ZTE Star 2 has a 5.0-inch display with a higher resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, resulting in a sharper image.
- In terms of performance, the Grand X4 is powered by a Snapdragon 425 chipset with a 1.4 GHz CPU, whereas the Star 2 utilizes a more powerful Snapdragon 801 at 2.3 GHz.
- Both devices have a 13 MP rear camera, but the Star 2 supports 4K video recording, while the Grand X4 is limited to 1080p.
- The Grand X4 has a larger 3140 mAh battery compared to the Star 2's 2400 mAh, which may provide longer usage.
- Software-wise, the Grand X4 runs on Android 6.0.1, offering a more updated experience than the Star 2's Android 4.4.
- The Grand X4 is also heavier and bulkier than the more compact and lighter Star 2.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
ZTE Grand X4
ZTE Star 2
General
Release Date
2016
2014
Announced
2016
2014
Description
For Cricket
Also known as ZTE Star II
Display
Size
5.5"
5"
Type
IPS LCD
IPS LCD
Resolution
720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~267 ppi density)
1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~441 ppi density)
PPI
720
1080
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass 3
Corning Gorilla Glass 3
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8917 Snapdragon 425 (28 nm)
Qualcomm MSM8974AB Snapdragon 801 (28 nm)
CPU
Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
Quad-core 2.3 GHz Krait 400
GPU
Adreno 308
Adreno 330
Memory
16GB 2GB RAM
16GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
13 MP, AF
13 MP, AF
Main Camera Features
LED flash, HDR, panorama
Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera
5 MP
5 MP
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
4K@30fps, 1080p@60fps
Selfie Video
N/A
1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
3140 mAh
2400 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 3140 mAh, non-removable
Li-Po 2400 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
155.2 x 77 x 9.1 mm (6.11 x 3.03 x 0.36 in)
140.3 x 69.2 x 6.9 mm (5.52 x 2.72 x 0.27 in)
Weight
162 g
130 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black
Black, White
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
0.88 W/kg (head) 0.19 W/kg (body)
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Nano-SIM
Micro-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA / LTE
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Network Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
HSPA, LTE
5G
✗
✗
4G
✓
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth
4.2, A2DP, LE
4.0, A2DP, LE
NFC
✗
✗
USB
USB Type-C
microUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS
GPS, GLONASS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Android 4.4 (KitKat)
Fingerprint
✓
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass