ZTE Blade A3 Plus
$0
Overview
ZTE Blade A3 Plus is a budget Android smartphone released in 2022 with a 5-inch TFT LCD, MediaTek MT6580 chipset, 5 main camera, and 2050 mAh battery.
Priced at $0, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of ZTE Blade A3 Plus
The display of ZTE Blade A3 Plus measures 5 inches with TFT LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 400 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 480x960 pixels resolution.
The camera system of ZTE Blade A3 Plus features 1 rear cameras: 5 main. Video recording supports up to 3p.
The battery of ZTE Blade A3 Plus has 2050mAh capacity with 10 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 180 min minutes.
The performance of ZTE Blade A3 Plus is powered by the MediaTek MT6580 chipset with ARM Mali-400 MP2 GPU. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 18522.
The memory of ZTE Blade A3 Plus offers 2GB RAM with 16GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR3 technology. Storage is Internal Storage.
The connectivity of ZTE Blade A3 Plus includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, and Bluetooth 4.2.
The build of ZTE Blade A3 Plus weighs 140g with Plastic frame and Glossy back. Dimensions measure 137 x 68 x 10.5 mm.
The software of ZTE Blade A3 Plus runs Android 11 (Go edition). Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about ZTE Blade A3 Plus
ZTE Blade A3 Plus has a 5 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
ZTE Blade A3 Plus with MediaTek MT6580 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
ZTE Blade A3 Plus receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
ZTE Blade A3 Plus has a 2050mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
ZTE Blade A3 Plus at $0 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
ZTE Blade A3 Plus supports 10 wired charging with full charge in approximately 180 min minutes.
ZTE Blade A3 Plus is available in 16GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
ZTE Blade A3 Plus has a 5-inch TFT LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 400 nits peak brightness.
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Verdict
The ZTE Blade A3 Plus 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
5"
Main Camera
5
Chipset
MediaTek MT6580
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | dual-standby |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2022 |
| Status | Available. Released 2022, January |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | N/A |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 137 x 68 x 10.5 mm |
| Weight (g) | 140 |
| Build Materials | Plastic |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Glossy |
| Colors | ["Black"] |
| 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 | N/A |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | TFT LCD |
| Size (inches) | 5 |
| Resolution (px) | 480x960 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 240:427 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 218 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 68 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 400 |
| HDR Standards | N/A |
| 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 11 (Go edition) |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | MediaTek MT6580 |
| CPU | 4x Cortex A7 1.3 GHz |
| GPU | ARM Mali-400 MP2 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | mt6580 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | 18522 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 2GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR3 |
| Storage | 16GB |
| Storage Type | Internal Storage |
| Storage Speed | emmc-5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | basic |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 5 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/4-inch |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | Unknow, 3.8mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | Fixed |
| Pixel Binning | 1.12 um |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 3p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | h264 |
| Slow Motion | |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 3 |
| Sensor Size | 1/5-inch |
| Aperture | f/2.0 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 720p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | Software |
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 b/g/n |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| Bluetooth | 4.2 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB 2.0 |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | N/A |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | N/A |
| Gyroscope | N/A |
| Magnetometer | N/A |
| Proximity Sensor | N/A |
| Ambient Light | N/A |
| Barometer | N/A |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 2050 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 10 |
| Wired Standard | micro-usb |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 120 min |
| Full Charge Time | 180 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 10w-charger |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 11 (Go edition) |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | N/A |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Basic |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | phone, 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!