Meizu U20
$130
Overview
Meizu U20 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2016 with a 5.5-inch IPS LCD, Snapdragon 675 chipset, 13 main camera, and 3260 mAh battery.
Priced at $130, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Meizu U20
The display of Meizu U20 measures 5.5 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 450 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x1920 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Meizu U20 features 3 rear cameras: 13 main, 8MP ultrawide. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Meizu U20 has 3260mAh capacity with 18 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 52 min minutes.
The performance of Meizu U20 is powered by the Snapdragon 675 chipset with Mali-T860MP2 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 1600 single-core and 5800 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 210757.
The memory of Meizu U20 offers 3GB RAM with 16GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X technology. Storage is 16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM.
The connectivity of Meizu U20 includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, and Bluetooth 4.0.
The build of Meizu U20 weighs 193g with Plastic frame and Glossy back. Dimensions measure 153 x 75.4 x 7.7 mm.
The software of Meizu U20 runs Android 9.0 (Pie), Funtouch 9.2 with Funtouch OS. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Meizu U20
Meizu U20 has a 13 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Meizu U20 with Snapdragon 675 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Meizu U20 receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, Meizu U20 supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.
Meizu U20 has a 3260mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Meizu U20 at $130 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Meizu U20 supports 18 wired charging with full charge in approximately 52 min minutes.
Meizu U20 is available in 16GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Meizu U20 has a 5.5-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 450 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Meizu U20 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
5.5"
Main Camera
13
Chipset
Snapdragon 675
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | |
| 5G mmWave Bands | |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support |
Launch
| Announced | 2016 |
| Status | Out of Stock |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $141.05 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 153 x 75.4 x 7.7 mm |
| Weight (g) | 193 |
| Build Materials | Back: Plastic |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Glossy |
| Colors | ["Racing Black", "Blaze Blue"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | |
| Thermal Solution | Passive |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 5.5 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x1920 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 6:13 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 395 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 72.3 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 450 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 250 |
| Glass Protection | Asahi Dragontrail Glass |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 9.0 (Pie), Funtouch 9.2 |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 675 |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.0 GHz Cortex-A53) |
| GPU | Mali-T860MP2 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | Snapdragon X12 LTE |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 1600 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 5800 |
| AnTuTu Score | 210757 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 3GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 16GB |
| Storage Type | 16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 3 |
| Main Sensor | 13 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/5.0" |
| Main Sensor Model | Sony Exmor-RS IMX499 |
| Main Lens | f/1.8, 26mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | 1.75µm |
| Ultrawide | 8MP |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | 2 |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265 |
| Slow Motion | 720p@120fps |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | basic |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 16 |
| Sensor Size | N/A |
| Aperture | f/2.0 |
| 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 | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 2 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, SBC |
| DAC/Amp | Basic DAC |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band |
| Bluetooth | 4.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS |
| 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 | |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 3260 |
| Type | Li-Ion 3260 mAh, non-removable |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 18 |
| Wired Standard | Quick Charge 2.0 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 75 min |
| Full Charge Time | 52 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 18W |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 9.0 (Pie), Funtouch 9.2 |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Funtouch OS |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | Basic |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Basic |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | Phone, Charger, USB Cable, SIM Ejector, 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!