ZTE Blade X3
$0
Overview
ZTE Blade X3 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2015 with a 5-inch IPS LCD, Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 MSM8937 chipset, 8 main camera, and 4000 mAh battery.
Priced at $0, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of ZTE Blade X3
The display of ZTE Blade X3 measures 5 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 400 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 720x1280 pixels resolution.
The camera system of ZTE Blade X3 features 1 rear cameras: 8 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of ZTE Blade X3 has 4000mAh capacity with 10 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 240 min minutes.
The performance of ZTE Blade X3 is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 MSM8937 chipset with Qualcomm Adreno 505 GPU. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 44500.
The memory of ZTE Blade X3 offers 1GB RAM with 8GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR3 technology. Storage is 8GB 1GB RAM.
The connectivity of ZTE Blade X3 includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot, and Bluetooth 4.0.
The build of ZTE Blade X3 weighs 165g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 145 x 71.5 x 8.9 mm.
The software of ZTE Blade X3 runs Android 5.1 (Lollipop). Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about ZTE Blade X3
ZTE Blade X3 has a 8 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
ZTE Blade X3 with Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 MSM8937 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
ZTE Blade X3 receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
ZTE Blade X3 has a 4000mAh battery. This provides full-day battery life with typical usage patterns.
ZTE Blade X3 at $0 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
ZTE Blade X3 supports 10 wired charging with full charge in approximately 240 min minutes.
ZTE Blade X3 is available in 8GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
ZTE Blade X3 has a 5-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 400 nits peak brightness.
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Verdict
The ZTE Blade X3 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
8
Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 MSM8937
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 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 | 2015 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | N/A |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 145 x 71.5 x 8.9 mm |
| Weight (g) | 165 |
| Build Materials | Plastic |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Black", "Gold"] |
| 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 |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 5 |
| Resolution (px) | 720x1280 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 1:2 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 282 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 75 |
| 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 | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 250 |
| Glass Protection | N/A |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display | N/A |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 5.1 (Lollipop) |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 MSM8937 |
| CPU | 4x Cortex • A53 1.4GHz + 4x Cortex • A53 1.1GHz |
| GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 505 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | snapdragon-430 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | 44500 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 1GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR3 |
| Storage | 8GB |
| Storage Type | 8GB 1GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | emmc5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | software |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 8 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/3.2 |
| Main Sensor Model | samsung-s5k3l2 |
| Main Lens | f/2.0, 28mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | 1 um |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264 |
| Slow Motion | |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 5 |
| Sensor Size | Selfie |
| Aperture | f/2.8 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p |
| 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, hotspot |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 4.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | Micro-USB |
| 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 | |
| Health Sensors | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 4000 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 10 |
| Wired Standard | micro-usb |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 120 min |
| Full Charge Time | 240 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 10W |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 5.1 (Lollipop) |
| 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 | 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!