Acer Liquid Zest
$75
Overview
Acer Liquid Zest is a budget Android smartphone released in 2016 with a 5-inch IPS LCD, Mediatek MT6580 - Z525Mediatek MT6735 - Z525 chipset, 8 main camera, and 2000 mAh battery.
Priced at $75, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Acer Liquid Zest
The display of Acer Liquid Zest measures 5 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 350 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 720x1280 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Acer Liquid Zest features 1 rear cameras: 8 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Acer Liquid Zest has 2000mAh capacity with 5 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 240 min minutes.
The performance of Acer Liquid Zest is powered by the Mediatek MT6580 - Z525Mediatek MT6735 - Z525 chipset with Mali-400MP2 - Z525Mali-T720MP2 - Z528 GPU. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 25000.
The memory of Acer Liquid Zest offers 1GB RAM with 8GB storage options. RAM uses DDR3 technology. Storage is 8GB 1GB RAM.
The connectivity of Acer Liquid Zest includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, and Bluetooth 4.0.
The build of Acer Liquid Zest weighs 125.0g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 145.7 x 71.2 x 8.4 mm.
The software of Acer Liquid Zest runs Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) with Acer UI. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Acer Liquid Zest
Acer Liquid Zest has a 8 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Acer Liquid Zest with Mediatek MT6580 - Z525Mediatek MT6735 - Z525 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Acer Liquid Zest receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Acer Liquid Zest has a 2000mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Acer Liquid Zest at $75 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Acer Liquid Zest supports 5 wired charging with full charge in approximately 240 min minutes.
Acer Liquid Zest is available in 8GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Acer Liquid Zest has a 5-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 350 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Acer Liquid Zest 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
Mediatek MT6580 - Z525Mediatek MT6735 - Z525
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 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 | 2016 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $150 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 145.7 x 71.2 x 8.4 mm |
| Weight (g) | 125.0 |
| Build Materials | Plastic |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Black", "White"] |
| 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 | 9:20 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 269 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 66.4 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 350 |
| 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 6.0 (Marshmallow) |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Mediatek MT6580 - Z525Mediatek MT6735 - Z525 |
| CPU | Quad-core 1.3 GHz - Z525Quad-core 1.0 GHz - Z528 |
| GPU | Mali-400MP2 - Z525Mali-T720MP2 - Z528 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | mt6580-modem |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | 25000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 1GB |
| RAM Type | DDR3 |
| Storage | 8GB |
| Storage Type | 8GB 1GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | emmc-5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 8 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/3.2-inch |
| Main Sensor Model | samsung-s5k3l2 |
| Main Lens | f/2.0, 28mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | |
| 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 | h264 |
| Slow Motion | |
| Video Stabilization | Digital |
| Night Mode Features | basic |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 5 |
| Sensor Size | 1/4-inch |
| Aperture | f/2.2 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 720p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | basic |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aac |
| DAC/Amp | Basic |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| 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) | 2000 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 5 |
| Wired Standard | 5v-1a |
| 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 | 5w-charger |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Acer UI |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Standard |
| 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!