Lenovo Vibe Z2 Pro
$180
Overview
Lenovo Vibe Z2 Pro is a budget Android smartphone released in 2014 with a 6-inch IPS LCD, Snapdragon 801 chipset, 16 main camera, and 4000 mAh battery.
Priced at $180, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Lenovo Vibe Z2 Pro
The display of Lenovo Vibe Z2 Pro measures 6 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 500 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1440x2560 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Lenovo Vibe Z2 Pro features 1 rear cameras: 16 main. Video recording supports up to 2160p.
The battery of Lenovo Vibe Z2 Pro has 4000mAh capacity with 10.0 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 120 min minutes.
The performance of Lenovo Vibe Z2 Pro is powered by the Snapdragon 801 chipset with Qualcomm Adreno 505 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 950 single-core and 2900 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 42123.
The memory of Lenovo Vibe Z2 Pro offers 3GB RAM with 32GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR3 technology. Storage is eMMC 5.1. Storage is not expandable.
The connectivity of Lenovo Vibe Z2 Pro includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual band, hotspot, and Bluetooth 4.0. NFC is supported for contactless payments.
The build of Lenovo Vibe Z2 Pro weighs 155g with Aluminum frame and Glass back. Dimensions measure 156 x 81.3 x 7.7 mm.
The software of Lenovo Vibe Z2 Pro runs Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 5.0.2 (Lollipop) with EMUI. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Lenovo Vibe Z2 Pro
Lenovo Vibe Z2 Pro has a 16 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Yes, Lenovo Vibe Z2 Pro is excellent for gaming with its Snapdragon 801 chipset. It handles demanding games at high settings with smooth frame rates.
Lenovo Vibe Z2 Pro receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Lenovo Vibe Z2 Pro has a 4000mAh battery. This provides full-day battery life with typical usage patterns.
Lenovo Vibe Z2 Pro at $180 is a budget device offering Snapdragon 801. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Lenovo Vibe Z2 Pro supports 10.0 wired charging with full charge in approximately 120 min minutes.
Lenovo Vibe Z2 Pro is available in 32GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Lenovo Vibe Z2 Pro has a 6-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 500 nits peak brightness.
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Verdict
The Lenovo Vibe Z2 Pro 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
6"
Main Camera
16
Chipset
Snapdragon 801
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700 / 1900 / 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 | 2014 |
| Status | available |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $158.81 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 156 x 81.3 x 7.7 mm |
| Weight (g) | 155 |
| Build Materials | Metal |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | Glass |
| Colors | ["Black", "Gold", "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 Cooling |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic Vibration |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 6 |
| Resolution (px) | 1440x2560 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 1:2 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 269 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 76 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 500 |
| HDR Standards | N/A |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 240 |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display | N/A |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 5.0.2 (Lollipop) |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 801 |
| CPU | 4x Cortex • A53 1.4GHz + 4x Cortex • A53 1.1GHz |
| GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 505 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Dual ISP |
| Modem | MDM9x25 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 950 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 2900 |
| AnTuTu Score | 42123 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 3GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR3 |
| Storage | 32GB |
| Storage Type | eMMC 5.1 |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 5.0 |
| Expandable Storage | |
| Slot Type | N/A |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 16 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/3.06" |
| Main Sensor Model | OmniVision OV16825 |
| Main Lens | f/2.2, 28mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | 1.12 um |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | 2.0 MP depth |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | Dual LED |
| Video Resolution | 2160p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265 |
| Slow Motion | 720p@120fps |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 5 |
| Sensor Size | 1/3.2" |
| Aperture | f/2.2 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | N/A |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | N/A |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, aptX |
| DAC/Amp | Qualcomm WCD9320 |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual band, hotspot |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual band, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 4.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | N/A |
| Dual-Band GNSS | N/A |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB 2.0 |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | N/A |
| 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 | N/A |
| Health Sensors | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 4000 |
| Type | Li-Po |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 10.0 |
| Wired Standard | Qualcomm Quick Charge 2.0 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 60 min |
| Full Charge Time | 120 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 10W |
| Battery Health Features | N/A |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 5.0.2 (Lollipop) |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | EMUI |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | N/A |
| Privacy Features | N/A |
| Accessibility | Standard Android |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | Phone, charger, USB cable, SIM ejector tool, user 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!
Lenovo Vibe Z2 Pro Review: Solid Performance for the Price
Our comprehensive review of the Lenovo Vibe Z2 Pro covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.
- + Powerful Snapdragon 801 chipset for smooth performance
- + Excellent value for money
- - Display could be brighter or smoother
- - Camera performance is average