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ZTE Axon 10s Pro 5G

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Overview

ZTE Axon 10s Pro 5G is a budget Android smartphone released in 2020 with a 6.47-inch AMOLED, Snapdragon 865 chipset, 48 main camera, and 4000 mAh battery.

Priced at $0, it targets users seeking budget performance.

Specifications of ZTE Axon 10s Pro 5G

The display of ZTE Axon 10s Pro 5G measures 6.47 inches with AMOLED technology. Peak brightness reaches 700 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x2340 pixels resolution.

Size
6.47 inches
Type
AMOLED
Resolution
1080x2340 pixels
Refresh Rate
60Hz
Peak Brightness
700 nits
HDR
HDR10

The camera system of ZTE Axon 10s Pro 5G features 3 rear cameras: 48 main, 20MP ultrawide, 8MP telephoto. Optical zoom reaches 3x for detailed distant shots. Video recording supports up to 2160p.

Main Sensor
48
Camera Count
3 cameras
Ultrawide
20MP, FOV: 120°
Telephoto
8MP, 3x optical zoom
Max Video
2160p

The battery of ZTE Axon 10s Pro 5G has 4000mAh capacity with 18 wired charging. Wireless charging supports 15. A full charge takes approximately 140 min minutes.

Capacity
4000mAh
Wired Charging
18
Wireless Charging
15
Full Charge Time
140 min minutes

The performance of ZTE Axon 10s Pro 5G is powered by the Snapdragon 865 chipset with ARM Mali-G52-MP2 GPU. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 210000.

Chipset
Snapdragon 865
CPU
6 x ARM Cortex A55 1.8GHz + 2 x ARM Cortex A75 2.0GHz
GPU
ARM Mali-G52-MP2
AnTuTu Score
210000

The memory of ZTE Axon 10s Pro 5G offers 12GB RAM with 128GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR3 RAM technology. Storage is eMMC 5.1.

RAM Options
12GB
Storage Options
128GB
RAM Type
LPDDR3 RAM
Storage Type
eMMC 5.1
Expandable
microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)

The connectivity of ZTE Axon 10s Pro 5G includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, and Bluetooth 5.0. NFC is supported for contactless payments.

5G
Yes
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
5.0
NFC
Yes

The build of ZTE Axon 10s Pro 5G weighs 530g with Aluminum frame and Glass back. Water and dust resistance is rated No. Dimensions measure 159.2 x 73.4 x 7.9 mm.

Dimensions
159.2 x 73.4 x 7.9 mm
Weight
530g
Frame
Aluminum
Back
Glass
IP Rating
No

The software of ZTE Axon 10s Pro 5G runs Android 10, MiFavor 10. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.

OS
Android 10, MiFavor 10
Update Policy
2 years

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Frequently Asked Questions about ZTE Axon 10s Pro 5G

Yes, ZTE Axon 10s Pro 5G is good for photography with its 48 camera. It handles everyday photography well with solid detail and color accuracy.

Related: mobile photography

Yes, ZTE Axon 10s Pro 5G is excellent for gaming with its Snapdragon 865 chipset. It handles demanding games at high settings with smooth frame rates.

Related: mobile gaming

ZTE Axon 10s Pro 5G receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.

Related: software support

Yes, ZTE Axon 10s Pro 5G supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.

Related: 5G connectivity

ZTE Axon 10s Pro 5G has No protection against dust and water.

Related: water resistance

ZTE Axon 10s Pro 5G has a 4000mAh battery. This provides full-day battery life with typical usage patterns.

Related: battery life

ZTE Axon 10s Pro 5G at $0 is a budget device offering Snapdragon 865. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.

Related: buying decision

ZTE Axon 10s Pro 5G supports 18 wired charging with full charge in approximately 140 min minutes. Wireless charging supports 15.

Related: fast charging

ZTE Axon 10s Pro 5G is available in 128GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.

Related: storage capacity

ZTE Axon 10s Pro 5G has a 6.47-inch AMOLED with 60Hz refresh rate and 700 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes HDR10.

Related: display quality

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Verdict

The ZTE Axon 10s Pro 5G delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. The phone excels in versatile camera system. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.

Key Specifications

Display

6.47"

Main Camera

48

Chipset

Snapdragon 865

Full Specifications

Network

TechnologyGSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE / 5G
2G BandsGSM /
3G BandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G LTE BandsLTE /
5G Sub-6 Bands5G
5G mmWave Bands
SpeedN/A
Carrier Aggregation
SIMNano-SIM
Dual SIM ModeDual SIM
eSIM Support
VoLTE SupportN/A
VoWiFiN/A
NR CA Support2CC

Launch

Announced2020
StatusDiscontinued
AvailabilityN/A
Model VariantsN/A
Launch PriceN/A

Body & Design

Dimensions (mm)159.2 x 73.4 x 7.9 mm
Weight (g)530
Build MaterialsMetal
FrameAluminum
Back FinishGlass
Colors["Blue", "Black"]
IP Rating
Rugged Certifications
Ingress GasketsN/A
Form FactorBar
Hinge Type
Folded Dimensions
Thermal Solutiongraphite-sheet
Notification/Alert
HapticsBasic

Display

Panel TypeAMOLED
Size (inches)6.47
Resolution (px)1080x2340 pixels
Aspect Ratio6:13
Pixel Density (ppi)398
Screen-to-body Ratio (%)76
Refresh Rate (Hz)60
Adaptive Refresh Rate
Touch Sampling Rate (Hz)180
Peak Brightness (nits)700
HDR StandardsHDR10
Color Gamut100%srgb
Color Depth24
PWM Dimming (Hz)240
Glass Protectiongorilla-glass-5
Oleophobic CoatingN/A
Curvature
Always-on Display
Display Driver ICN/A
Cover Display

Platform (SoC)

OS at LaunchAndroid 10, MiFavor 10
Update Policy2 years
ChipsetSnapdragon 865
CPU6 x ARM Cortex A55 1.8GHz + 2 x ARM Cortex A75 2.0GHz
GPUARM Mali-G52-MP2
NPU/AI TOPs15 TOPS
ISP Featureshdr,night-vision
Modemx55
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth ChipN/A
Throttling BehaviorN/A
Geekbench Single-CoreN/A
Geekbench Multi-CoreN/A
AnTuTu Score210000
3DMark ScoresN/A

Memory & Storage

RAM12GB
RAM TypeLPDDR3 RAM
Storage128GB
Storage TypeeMMC 5.1
Storage Speedufs3.0
Expandable StoragemicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Slot TypemicroSD
USB OTG
Filesystem Encryption

Main Camera System

Rear Cameras3
Main Sensor48
Main Sensor Size1/2.0"
Main Sensor Modelsamsung-gw1
Main Lensf/1.7, 26mm
OIS
AutofocusPDAF
Pixel Binning4in1
Ultrawide20MP, FOV: 120°
Telephoto8MP, 3x optical zoom
Macro2
Depth/ToF/LiDAR
Flicker/Color SensorsN/A
FlashDual-LED
Video Resolution2160p
HDR/Dolby Vision Video
Video Codecsh264,h265
Slow Motion960fps
Video StabilizationEIS
Night Mode Features
RAW/Pro ControlsN/A

Selfie Camera

Resolution20
Sensor Size1/3.1
Aperturef/2.0
AF/OIS
Secondary Front Cam
Front Flash
Video1080p@30fps
HDR/Dolby VisionN/A
Face Unlock2D

Audio

LoudspeakersYes, with stereo speakers
3.5mm Jack
Hi-Res Audio
Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos
Microphones1
Bluetooth Codecsaptx,aptxhd,ldac
DAC/Ampdedicated-dac

Connectivity

Wi-FiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi FeaturesWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.0
NFC
IR Blaster
UWBN/A
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
Dual-Band GNSS
FM Radio
USBUSB Type C
Display Out
eSIM Capacity

Sensors

Fingerprint SensorFingerprint (Under Display, Optical)
3D Face IDN/A
Accelerometer
Gyroscope
Magnetometer
Proximity Sensor
Ambient Light
Barometer
Thermo/HygrometerN/A
UV SensorN/A
Hall Sensor
Color Temp Sensor
Health Sensors
Satellite SOS

Battery & Charging

Capacity (mAh)4000
TypeLi-Ion
Removable
Endurance RatingN/A
Wired Charging18
Wired StandardQC4
0-50% Time (mins)70 min
Full Charge Time140 min
Wireless Charging15
Wireless StandardQi
Reverse Wireless5
Reverse Wired
Charger in Box18W
Battery Health Featuresadaptive-charging

Software

OS at LaunchAndroid 10, MiFavor 10
Update Window2 years
UI Skin / LauncherN/A
Feature DropsN/A
App CloningN/A
Game Mode
Privacy Featuresapp-lock
Accessibility
Satellite Messaging UI

Miscellaneous

In-Box Contentscharger,cable,case,manual
Recycled Materials (%)N/A
Repairability ScoreN/A
WarrantyN/A

Reviews & Ratings

4.6

186 ratings

5 star
120
4 star
45
3 star
11
2 star
5
1 star
5

Showing 3 of 186 reviews

A

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.

B

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.

C

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!

Review

ZTE Axon 10s Pro 5G Review: Solid Performance for the Price

7.5/10
Very Good

Our comprehensive review of the ZTE Axon 10s Pro 5G covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.

(3.8 stars)
Pros
  • + Powerful Snapdragon 865 chipset for smooth performance
  • + Wireless charging support
Cons
  • - Battery life could be better
  • - Limited water resistance

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