ZTE Blade X9
$0
Overview
ZTE Blade X9 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2015 with a 5.5-inch IPS LCD, Snapdragon 615 chipset, 13 main camera, and 3000 mAh battery.
Priced at $0, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of ZTE Blade X9
The display of ZTE Blade X9 measures 5.5 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 400 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x1920 pixels resolution.
The camera system of ZTE Blade X9 features 1 rear cameras: 13 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of ZTE Blade X9 has 3000mAh capacity with 10 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 240 min minutes.
The performance of ZTE Blade X9 is powered by the Snapdragon 615 chipset with Adreno 405 GPU.
The memory of ZTE Blade X9 offers 2GB RAM with 16GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR3 technology. Storage is 16GB 2GB RAM.
The connectivity of ZTE Blade X9 includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot, and Bluetooth 4.1.
The build of ZTE Blade X9 weighs 160.0g with Plastic frame and Glossy back. Dimensions measure 155.3 x 77.2 x 8.6 mm.
The software of ZTE Blade X9 runs Android 5.1 (Lollipop), nubia UI 3. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about ZTE Blade X9
ZTE Blade X9 has a 13 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
ZTE Blade X9 with Snapdragon 615 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
ZTE Blade X9 receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
ZTE Blade X9 has a 3000mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
ZTE Blade X9 at $0 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
ZTE Blade X9 supports 10 wired charging with full charge in approximately 240 min minutes.
ZTE Blade X9 is available in 16GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
ZTE Blade X9 has a 5.5-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 400 nits peak brightness.
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Verdict
The ZTE Blade X9 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
5.5"
Main Camera
13
Chipset
Snapdragon 615
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 900 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Nano-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) | 155.3 x 77.2 x 8.6 mm |
| Weight (g) | 160.0 |
| Build Materials | plastic-frame-plastic-back |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Glossy |
| Colors | ["White/Silver"] |
| 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 | N/A |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 5.5 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x1920 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:16 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 294 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 69.6 |
| 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) | 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), nubia UI 3 |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 615 |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.0 GHz Cortex-A53) |
| GPU | Adreno 405 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | snapdragon-615 |
| 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 | 2GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR3 |
| Storage | 16GB |
| Storage Type | 16GB 2GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | emmc-5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | basic |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 13 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/3.06 |
| Main Sensor Model | samsung-s5k3m2 |
| Main Lens | f/2.2, 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-dual-tone |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | h264 |
| Slow Motion | 720p@120fps |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 5 |
| Sensor Size | 1/4 |
| Aperture | f/2.2 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | Software |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 2 |
| 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 | 4.1 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | Micro-USB |
| 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 | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 3000 |
| 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-charger |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 5.1 (Lollipop), nubia UI 3 |
| 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!