Acer Liquid Z3
$70
Overview
Acer Liquid Z3 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2013 with a 3.5-inch TFT, Snapdragon 630 chipset, 3.15 main camera, and 1500 mAh battery.
Priced at $70, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Acer Liquid Z3
The display of Acer Liquid Z3 measures 3.5 inches with TFT technology. Peak brightness reaches 300 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 320x480 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Acer Liquid Z3 features 1 rear cameras: 3.15 main. Video recording supports up to 2160p.
The battery of Acer Liquid Z3 has 1500mAh capacity with 18 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 180 min minutes.
The performance of Acer Liquid Z3 is powered by the Snapdragon 630 chipset with Mali-400 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 800 single-core and 3000 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 60000.
The memory of Acer Liquid Z3 offers 6GB RAM with 4GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR3 technology. Storage is 4GB 512MB RAM.
The connectivity of Acer Liquid Z3 includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, hotspot, and Bluetooth 3.0.
The build of Acer Liquid Z3 weighs 120.0g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 109 x 60 x 10.4 mm.
The software of Acer Liquid Z3 runs Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean) with Acer UI. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Acer Liquid Z3
Acer Liquid Z3 has a 3.15 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Acer Liquid Z3 with Snapdragon 630 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Acer Liquid Z3 receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Acer Liquid Z3 has a 1500mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Acer Liquid Z3 at $70 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Acer Liquid Z3 supports 18 wired charging with full charge in approximately 180 min minutes.
Acer Liquid Z3 is available in 4GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Acer Liquid Z3 has a 3.5-inch TFT with 60Hz refresh rate and 300 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Acer Liquid Z3 delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.
Key Specifications
Display
3.5"
Main Camera
3.15
Chipset
Snapdragon 630
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Micro-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2013 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $180 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 109 x 60 x 10.4 mm |
| Weight (g) | 120.0 |
| Build Materials | Plastic |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Rock Black", "Classic White"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | Passive |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | TFT |
| Size (inches) | 3.5 |
| Resolution (px) | 320x480 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:16 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 424 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 55.8 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 300 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 16 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | N/A |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean) |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 630 |
| CPU | Dual-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A7 |
| GPU | Mali-400 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | snapdragon-630 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 800 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 3000 |
| AnTuTu Score | 60000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 6GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR3 |
| Storage | 4GB |
| Storage Type | 4GB 512MB RAM |
| Storage Speed | emmc-4.5 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 3.15 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/5 inch |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | f/1.8, 3.5mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 2160p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264 |
| Slow Motion | |
| Video Stabilization | Digital |
| Night Mode Features | basic |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 5 |
| Sensor Size | N/A |
| Aperture | f/2.0 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 480p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aac |
| DAC/Amp | N/A |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, hotspot |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 3.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | Micro-USB |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Fingerprint (Rear-Mounted) |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 1500 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 18 |
| Wired Standard | micro-usb |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 90 min |
| Full Charge Time | 180 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 5W |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean) |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Acer UI |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Basic |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | charger, cable, manual |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | N/A |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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Alex R.
2 weeks ago
Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.
Ben C.
1 month ago
Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.
Chloe D.
3 months ago
The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!