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ZTE Blade Z Max

Specifications

ZTE Blade Z Max
ZTE Blade Z Max (Blade Series)
Processor
Qualcomm Snapdragon 435 8 x 1.4 GHz, Cortex-A53
Graphics adapter
Memory
2048 MB 
Display
6.00 inch 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixel 367 PPI, Capacitive, IPS, 2.5D, Asahi Dragontrail Glass, glossy: yes
Storage
32 GB eMMC Flash, 32 GB 
Connections
Audio Connections: 3.5mm, Card Reader: microSD, up to 128 GB, Sensors: Accelerometer, Magnetometer, Gyroscope & Fingerprint, USB Type-C
Networking
802.11 b/g/n (b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/), Bluetooth 4.2, SM/EDGE 850/900/1800/1900 | HSPA 850/1900/AWS LTE Cat 6 B2/B4/B5/B12/B66 | 2CA, GPS
Size
height x width x depth (in mm): 8.4 x 166.1 x 84.6 ( = 0.33 x 6.54 x 3.33 in)
Battery
4080 mAh Lithium-Ion, Talk time 3G (according to manufacturer): 31 h, Standby 3G (according to manufacturer): 528 h
Operating System
Android 7.1 Nougat
Camera
Primary Camera: 16 MPix Dual 16 MP + 2 MP, LED flash, 1080p@30fps
Secondary Camera: 8 MPix
Additional features
Keyboard: Virtual
Weight
175 g ( = 6.17 oz / 0.39 pounds) ( = 0 oz / 0 pounds)
Price
200 Euro

 

Pricecompare

Average Score: 80.25% - good
Average of 4 scores (from 5 reviews)
price: 100%, performance: 70%, features: - %, display: 83% mobility: 94%, workmanship: 70%, ergonomy: - %, emissions: - %

Reviews for the ZTE Blade Z Max

77% ZTE Blade Z Max review
Source: Android Authority English Archive.org version
The ZTE Blade Z Max brings a lot to the table with its dual camera setup, fingerprint scanner, large display, and even larger battery. The only small thing about this device is its price point. While initially launched at a very affordable $130, the device is currently available from MetroPCS for just $99!
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/05/2017
Rating: Total score: 77% performance: 70% display: 85% mobility: 87% workmanship: 70%
80% ZTE Blade Z Max
Source: PC Mag English Archive.org version
Although it certainly isn't competition for higher-end handsets, the ZTE Blade Z Max is a midrange powerhouse in the MetroPCS lineup. For $129 you get a big screen and battery, along with capable performance and a dual-camera setup that provides capabilities usually only found in more expensive devices. It's a great deal for the price, and a worthy successor to the ZMax Pro. If you're looking for something smaller, the Moto E4 is available for the same price and offers a similar level of performance. But for everyone who loves a big screen, the Blade Z Max is our Editors' Choice.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/28/2017
Rating: Total score: 80%
84% ZTE Blade Z MAX – a potential game-changer in the budget smartphone scene (Review)
Source: Android Guys English Archive.org version
I feel like it’s utterly redundant of me to say that this phone is an amazing value if you’re on the Metro network, or if you can buy it at retail and unlock it for use on T-Mobile or AT&T. At $130, that’s certainly an option. The Blade Z Max, as mentioned above, is a tremendous value phone for people that don’t need a workhorse phone.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 08/28/2017
Rating: Total score: 84% price: 100% display: 80% mobility: 100% workmanship: 70%
80% ZTE Blade Z Max Review: Flagship Features for $130
Source: Tom's Guide English Archive.org version
Mark 2017 down as the year that premium phones started to cost more than tablets and laptops. But it will also be the year that phones under $200 finally started to deliver. The Blade Z Max is one of the best of the bunch.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/28/2017
Rating: Total score: 80%
ZTE Blade Z Max
Source: PC Mag English Archive.org version
The ZTE Blade Z Max looks to be a real contender in the MetroPCS lineup. For $129 you get a big screen and battery, along with capable performance and a dual rear camera setup. We plan to evaluate more of the Z Max's capabilities ahead of the phone's release on August 28, so check back then for a full review and rating.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 08/14/2017

Comment

Qualcomm Adreno 505: Mid range graphics card integrated in the Snapdragon 430 and 435 SoCs. Based on the 500 generation and supports modern standards like Vulkan 1.0, OpenGL ES 3.1 + AE, OpenCL 2.0 and DirectX 12.

Only some 3D games with very low demands are playable with these cards.

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.


435: Lower mainstream octa-core ARM Cortex-A53 SoC clocked at up to 1.4 GHz and the Adreno 505 GPU, a DDR3L-1600 memory controller as well as an X9 LTE (Cat. 7) modem. » Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.


6.00":

It is a very small display format for smartphones. You should by no means be mis-sighted and you will generally see very little on the screen and only have a small resolution available. In return, the device should be very small and handy.

» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.


ZTE:

ZTE is short for Zhong Xing Telecommunication Equipment Company Limited, which was founded in China in 1985 and is partly state-owned. ZTE's core business is wireless, optical transmission, data transmission equipment, telecommunications software and cell phones, USB sticks, routers and tablets.


80.25%: This rating is slightly above average, there are somewhat more devices with worse ratings. However, clear purchase recommendations look different.


» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.

 

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Current Prices
Stefan Hinum (Update: 2017-09-29)