ZTE Axon 9 Pro
$635.18
Overview
ZTE Axon 9 Pro is a premium mid-range Android smartphone released in 2018 with a 6.21-inch AMOLED, Snapdragon 845 chipset, 12 main camera, and 4000 mAh battery.
Priced at $635.18, it targets users seeking premium mid-range performance.
Specifications of ZTE Axon 9 Pro
The display of ZTE Axon 9 Pro measures 6.21 inches with AMOLED technology. Peak brightness reaches 330 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x2248 pixels resolution.
The camera system of ZTE Axon 9 Pro features 2 rear cameras: 12 main, 20MP ultrawide, 20MP telephoto. Optical zoom reaches 2x for detailed distant shots. Video recording supports up to 2160p.
The battery of ZTE Axon 9 Pro has 4000mAh capacity with 18 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 120 min minutes.
The performance of ZTE Axon 9 Pro is powered by the Snapdragon 845 chipset with Adreno 630 GPU.
The memory of ZTE Axon 9 Pro offers 6GB RAM with 128GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X technology. Storage is 128GB 6GB RAM.
The connectivity of ZTE Axon 9 Pro includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, and Bluetooth v5.0. NFC is supported for contactless payments.
The build of ZTE Axon 9 Pro weighs 179.0g with Aluminum frame and Glass back. Water and dust resistance is rated IP68. Dimensions measure 156.5 x 74.5 x 7.9 mm.
The software of ZTE Axon 9 Pro runs Android 8.1 (Oreo). Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about ZTE Axon 9 Pro
ZTE Axon 9 Pro has a 12 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Yes, ZTE Axon 9 Pro is excellent for gaming with its Snapdragon 845 chipset. It handles demanding games at high settings with smooth frame rates.
ZTE Axon 9 Pro receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, ZTE Axon 9 Pro is water resistant with IP68 rating. It can withstand submersion in 1.5 meters of fresh water for 30 minutes. Avoid saltwater and high-pressure water.
ZTE Axon 9 Pro has a 4000mAh battery. This provides full-day battery life with typical usage patterns.
ZTE Axon 9 Pro at $635.18 is a premium mid-range device offering Snapdragon 845. It's worth buying if you prioritize balanced performance and value.
ZTE Axon 9 Pro supports 18 wired charging with full charge in approximately 120 min minutes.
ZTE Axon 9 Pro is available in 128GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
ZTE Axon 9 Pro has a 6.21-inch AMOLED with 60Hz refresh rate and 330 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes HDR10.
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Verdict
The ZTE Axon 9 Pro delivers strong value for users wanting flagship-tier features at a reasonable price point. Consider this phone for flagship-level performance, if you want premium features without paying flagship prices.
Key Specifications
Display
6.21"
Main Camera
12
Chipset
Snapdragon 845
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | 4x4-mimo |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2018 |
| Status | available |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $635.18 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 156.5 x 74.5 x 7.9 mm |
| Weight (g) | 179.0 |
| Build Materials | aluminum-glass |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | Glass |
| Colors | ["Black", "Blue"] |
| IP Rating | IP68 |
| Rugged Certifications | MIL-STD-810G |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | graphite-sheet |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | AMOLED |
| Size (inches) | 6.21 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x2248 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 135:281 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 402 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 83.3 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 240 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 330 |
| HDR Standards | HDR10 |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 240 |
| Glass Protection | gorilla-glass-5 |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 8.1 (Oreo) |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 845 |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.65 GHz Kryo 385 Gold & 4x1.76 GHz Kryo 385 Silver) |
| GPU | Adreno 630 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | dual-camera |
| Modem | x20-lte |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | N/A |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 6GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 128GB |
| Storage Type | 128GB 6GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | UFS 2.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | file-based |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 2 |
| Main Sensor | 12 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/2.55" |
| Main Sensor Model | Sony Exmor-RS IMX363 |
| Main Lens | f/1.8, 26mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | 1.4µm |
| Ultrawide | 20MP, FOV: 120° |
| Telephoto | 20MP, 2x optical zoom |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | Dual-LED |
| Video Resolution | 2160p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | h264-h265 |
| Slow Motion | 720p@960fps |
| Video Stabilization | eis-2-axis |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 20 |
| Sensor Size | 1/3.1 |
| Aperture | f/2.0 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 3d-structured-light |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 2 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aptx-aptx-hd-aac |
| DAC/Amp | 32-bit-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/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | v5.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0 |
| 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 | Heart rate, SpO2 |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 4000 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 18 |
| Wired Standard | QC4 |
| 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 | 18w-charger |
| Battery Health Features | adaptive-charging |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 8.1 (Oreo) |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | N/A |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | app-lock |
| Accessibility | android-accessibility |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | charger-cable-earphones-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!
ZTE Axon 9 Pro Review: Solid Performance for the Price
Our comprehensive review of the ZTE Axon 9 Pro covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.
- + Powerful Snapdragon 845 chipset for smooth performance
- + IP68 water and dust resistance
- - Camera performance is average
- - Battery life could be better