ZTE Blade L5 Plus
$0
Overview
ZTE Blade L5 Plus is a budget Android smartphone released in 2016 with a 5-inch IPS LCD, Mediatek MT6580 (28 nm) chipset, 8 main camera, and 2150 mAh battery.
Priced at $0, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of ZTE Blade L5 Plus
The display of ZTE Blade L5 Plus 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 ZTE Blade L5 Plus features 1 rear cameras: 8 main. Video recording supports up to 720p.
The battery of ZTE Blade L5 Plus has 2150mAh capacity with 5 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 180 min minutes.
The performance of ZTE Blade L5 Plus is powered by the Mediatek MT6580 (28 nm) chipset with Mali-400MP2 GPU.
The memory of ZTE Blade L5 Plus offers 1GB RAM with 8GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR3 technology. Storage is 8GB 1GB RAM.
The connectivity of ZTE Blade L5 Plus includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot, and Bluetooth 4.0.
The build of ZTE Blade L5 Plus weighs 160.0g with Plastic frame and Glossy back. Dimensions measure 143 x 72 x 8.3 mm.
The software of ZTE Blade L5 Plus runs Android 5.1 (Lollipop). Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about ZTE Blade L5 Plus
ZTE Blade L5 Plus has a 8 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
ZTE Blade L5 Plus with Mediatek MT6580 (28 nm) can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
ZTE Blade L5 Plus receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
ZTE Blade L5 Plus has a 2150mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
ZTE Blade L5 Plus at $0 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
ZTE Blade L5 Plus supports 5 wired charging with full charge in approximately 180 min minutes.
ZTE Blade L5 Plus is available in 8GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
ZTE Blade L5 Plus has a 5-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 350 nits peak brightness.
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Verdict
The ZTE Blade L5 Plus 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 (28 nm)
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA |
| 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 | Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by) |
| 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 | N/A |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 143 x 72 x 8.3 mm |
| Weight (g) | 160.0 |
| Build Materials | Plastic |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Glossy |
| Colors | ["Gray", "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 | 240:427 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 196 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 66.9 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 350 |
| HDR Standards | N/A |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | N/A |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 5.1 (Lollipop) |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Mediatek MT6580 (28 nm) |
| CPU | Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7 |
| GPU | Mali-400MP2 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | mt6580 |
| 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 | 1GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR3 |
| Storage | 8GB |
| Storage Type | 8GB 1GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | emmc-5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | basic |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 8 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/4.0 |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| 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 | 720p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264 |
| Slow Motion | |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 2 |
| Sensor Size | 1/5.0 |
| Aperture | f/2.4 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 720p |
| 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) | 2150 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 5 |
| Wired Standard | micro-usb |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 120 min |
| Full Charge Time | 180 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 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!