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This time, the object of our attention became ZTE Blade S6 - one of the first average level solutions equipped with Android 5.0. A new version Systems called Lollipop came out relatively recently and still occurs mainly on expensive and top devices. However, the models of Chinese brands slowly destroy this trend, and one of them was just a hero of the review.
So, ZTE Blade S6 is able to offer a very good modern filling and last version operating system. And all this for a really reasonable price. Next, we find out what the smartphone developers were forced to sacrifice, and as it affected its user characteristics.
Before you begin to consider the ZTE Blade S6 smartphone, thank the Chinese online store with free shipping Gearbest for the smartphone sent to test. Order in the online store smartphone and get it by mail turned out to be quite simple.
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Also in the online store GearBest is available ZTE Blade S6 Plus smartphone with a diagonal of 5.5 inches.
Specifications ZTE Blade S6
| Device type | Smartphone |
| Model | ZTE Blade S6. |
| CPU | Qualcomm Snapdragon 615, Octa Core 1.5 GHz |
| Video processor | Adreno 405. |
| Operating system | Android 5.0 Lollipop |
| Memory, GBIT. | 2 RAM; 16 ROM. |
| Screen | 5.0 "IPS, 1280 x 720 |
| Cameras, MPIX | 2.0 + 13.0 |
| Net | GSM; WCDMA; LTE |
| Number of SIM cards, pcs. | 2 (Nano-SIM) |
| MicroSd support | Yes (up to 64 GB) |
| Data transfer | GSM; WCDMA; LTE; Bluetooth; Wi-Fi; GPS; GLONASS |
| GPS / AGPS / EPO / GLONASS | Yes / yes / no / yes |
| Battery, Mach | 2 400 |
| Dimensions, mm. | 144.5 x 71.6 x 8.9 |
| Mass, G. | 165 |
| price, rub. | ~17 000 |
Of course, the first thing that attracts the attention is the version of Android. But the other parameters of the novelties are no less interesting. For adequate money, we offer a new generation Qualcomm processor and 4G network support.
ZTE Blade S6 Packaging and Complete
The ZTE smartphone comes in a relatively small white box. Traditionally, cardboard is selected as the material. It is tight and strong enough to protect the device from damage during transportation. Inscriptions and ends of the main compartment to which the upper cover is put on gray.
On the front side, right in the center, you can see the name of the device, and in the upper left corner - a small logo of the manufacturer. End box empty. Only two seal stickers protect its contents from unauthorized autopsy.
On the back of two stickers. On one there are all personal accommodation numbers ( serial number And two IMEIs), the device model, color (in this case, "Silver") and notification that it is produced in China. On the second - brief technical parameters of the product.
The first thing we see under the lid is the device itself. It is closed by transport films from two sides and is firmly fixed in its place plastic stand with molding under the case. The manufacturer took care of the additional fixation of the device using a foam lining on the lid itself - a trifle, and nice.
To remove the smartphone from the box, a plastic tongue is provided - if you pull it, the device is raised from its place.
Under it is hidden two cardboard boxes - one for the power adapter, the other for the USB-microUSB cable and paper clips for opening trays for cards.
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The package is absolutely standard and not surprised. Although everything you need is available.
It includes:
- Power adapter;
- USB-microusb cable;
- Clip;
- Documentation.
Characteristics and package more or less figured out, now pay attention to the smartphone.
Characteristics:
- Class: Smartphone
- Form factor: monoblock
- Case materials: plastic
- Operating system: Google Android 5.0
- Network: Two Six Cards, GSM / HSPA / LTE
- Processor: 8 cores, Qualcomm Snapdragon MSM8939
- RAM: 2 GB
- Data storage memory: 16 GB
- Interfaces: Wi-Fi (B / G / N), Bluetooth 4.0, MICROUSB connector (USB 2.0) for charge / synchronization, 3.5 mm for headset
- Screen: Capacitive, IPS 5 "" with a resolution of 720x1280 Points
- Camera: 13 mp C autofocus + 5 megapixel, flash
- NAVIGATION: GPS.
- Optional: Sensors of approximation and lighting, FM radio
- Battery: non-removable, lithium-ion (Li-Ion) capacity of 2400 mAh
- Dimensions: 144 x 70.7 x 7.7 mm
- Weight: 134 g
Contents of delivery:
- Smartphone
- Micro USB cable
- USB adapter For the network 220V.
- Metal Injector Simcart.
Introduction
The device was announced at the beginning of this year, and sales began exclusively in some famous foreign online stores. Actually, from there and came to us on the review ZTE Blade Z6. However, while he traveled a whole month of our respected mail to the point of issue (judging by the track-code, he was generally lost), sales began in peacefully in Russia.
What is noteworthy this model? First of all, it is worth highlighting what Blade S6 (again the six in the title - Apple iPhone. 6, Samsung Galaxy S6 and so on) works on the operating system android version Lollipop. On the this moment Very few devices on 5.0, and even more so not very expensive. I can not say that this is a coolest chip, but the system allows the shell to "fly" without any brakes and microlags.
Secondly, the gadget was equipped with a new 64-bit Qualcomm processor. Of course, the 8th nuclear - the trend of 2015. The device is quite fast, but not so productive, as it turned out.
Third, despite the "love" of almost all manufacturers to "roll out" Fucks, Blade S6 is one of compact smartphones (among devices with similar parameters) with a thickness of 7.7 mm.
Like a chip - support 4G in our networks.
At first glance, it turned out an extremely successful device, however, as they say, "the Devil lies in the details." Therefore, I will try to tell more about these details.
At the moment, ZTE Blade S6 can be bought for about 16,000 rubles. In the online store, where I took, with various discounts and coupons (at the end of the review he is) offer a device for 12,000 - 13 000 rubles.
Design, dimensions, control elements
The ZTE Blade S6 smartphone is a rectangular form of a device with smoothed corners and a streamlined form of the housing. Appearance, as always, reminds "apple" products, at least personally me. Performed quite carefully and looks, in general, quite well.
Lovely made glass on the front panel: it sails on the side face. Therefore, the movement "Svyp" is even more convenient - the finger does not rest in flights. The back side is flat and smoothly goes to the ends of the case. In general, it turns out "surprise", as this is now fashionable to talk about phones like this form.
Despite the fact that the manufacturer does not indicate which particular company installed the glass, I can say this: during testing (the smartphone wore with different gadgets in the bag, in your pocket, in the boarding line) the glass remains unscathed - not chips or small scratches. In addition, it is worth noting the excellent quality of the oleophobic coating. Prints are practically not visible, but erased very quickly. Finger on the surface of the glass slides easily and smoothly.
Substrate front panel white. The rest of the body is made of semi-converted silver plastic. For a couple of weeks of active use of ZTE Blade S6, scratches or scratching appeared on the back side. However, over time, it seems to me that the paint will gradually wrap. I think the use of such material is not the most reasonable course, completely impractical.
The smartphone is relatively slippery, although in the hand is well due to the streamlined body shape and small dimensions (144x70x7.7 mm, weight 134 grams).
The assembly is not entirely successful: the apparatus when compressing in the hand crepts and hurts. In general, it is felt that on materials the company saved, as could. Perhaps this is the main disadvantage of this device.
From above on the front part of the gadget are: camera, speaker, lighting sensors and approximation. The speaker has an average volume, almost always wants to make a louder, but level and so at the maximum. The quality is also average. I do not know how you, but I am extremely important to the high volume of the spoken speaker - this is perhaps the most important parameter in the phone. However, the race for performance and other parameters seems to be forgotten that the smartphone is not only a device for entering the network, but a camera and a music player.
There are no questions to the sensors - work correctly.
Under the screen there are two touch buttons led by central in the form of a small circle with a blue rim. They have a blue backlight. She is pleasant, do not blind eyes, but shines brightly. The circle serves as the "Home" button, can smoothly light up and go out during the skipping of various events. I didn't like the fact that the touch buttons have a small sensory zone, that is, to work, for example, "home", it is necessary to accurately get along the circle. Or maybe they have a weak sensitivity ...
On the lower end there are micro-usb connector and microphone. On the top - 3.5 mm audio output on headphones. On the left - the slot to the memory card (metal sleds), and slightly below - the slots for installing the two symcar of the Nanosim type. Why and why exactly "Nano", it is not clear to me, you might think that someone is going to go with Apple on ZTE.
On the right edge there is a power button and a volume keys. Volume. Both practically recessed into the housing, have a clear press, the characteristic sound "click" is missing. In general, it is quite convenient to use.
FROM back side: The chamber is recessed into the case, flash, the second microphone and speaker. Despite the fact that there is a small plastic tubercle near the speaker, most often the sound will still muffle even on a flat horizontal surface.
TOTAL. A very convenient smartphone is in hand, it lies well in your hand, but slightly crushes in compression, relatively slippery and very plastic.
Comparative dimensions:
ZTE and Apple iPhone 5
ZTE and Meizu M1 Note
Display
This device uses the screen, the diagonal of which is 5 inches. Physical size - 62x111 mm, a frame from above - 14.5 mm, from the bottom - 18 mm, on the right and on the left - about 4 mm. Official sources argue that 2.2 mm, however, they measure the distance incorrectly, from the side to the black strip. There is an anti-reflective coating, but not very effective.
The resolution of the display of ZTE Blade S6 - HD, that is, 1280x720 points, aspect ratio - 16: 9, density - 293 pixels per inch. IPS matrix without air layer.
The maximum brightness of white color is 345 kD / m2, the maximum brightness of the black color is 0.62 cd / m2. Contrast - 555: 1.
Yellow line on brightness graph - actual data. You can see that we are exactly on the target curve, it means that with each value between 0 and 100, the image is optimally bright.
The average value of gamma - 2.0. Almost the perfect indicator.
Judging by the level of level, there is an explicit excess of blue and a lack of red.
The average temperature value is 8800 K.
Judging by the diagram, the obtained data corresponds to the SRGB triangle.
Interestingly, our meanings are talking about not the most best Matrix: small brightness, weak contrast, not quite natural shades of color. However, I really liked visual screen. So think what to believe, dry numbers or your own eye.
Corners review
Uniform illumination
Behavior on light
Battery
This model uses a non-removable lithium-ion (Li-Ion) battery with a capacity of 2400 mAh. The manufacturer does not provide data on autonomy.
The time of the gadget is exactly the same as in any other Android smartphone of this class, i.e. "Lives" about 10 hours in relatively active mode with a connection to 4G: 20-30 minutes of conversations, about an hour of using the camera, as much video viewing, 3-4 hours on Twitter and mail. If you want to play, then count about 2 hours on the full brightness and the full volume of the sound when the output is on the speaker.
With my use, ZTE Blade S6 worked just over one day (permanent Wi-Fi, infrequent calls).
In general, the battery is weak, but I have enough of it in most situations.
Communication capabilities
The device works not only in networks 2G / 3G (GSM 850/900/1800/1900 MHz, WCDMA 900/2100 MHz, SIM2), but also 4G Cat 4 (FDD-LTE 800/900/1800/2100/2600 MHz, SIM1 ) Thanks to Qualcomm RF360.
In addition, the device supports Wi-FIAC with Multi-User Mimo (enables access point from 802.11As to transmit two spatial threads to two or more client devices simultaneously), Bluetooth 4.0, USB 2.0 with OTG, GPS (Qualcomm izat gen8c).
There is no NFC chip here.
Memory and memory card
Developers did not save on random access memoryTherefore, in this model, 2 GB of RAM 64-bit dual-channel 800 MHz LPDDR3 (12.8 GB / s) can be found. On average, free approximately 1.3 GB is a very good result!
The built-in memory is 16 GB, but only 8 GB is available for the user. There is a slot to a microSD memory card. Maximum volume - 64 GB.
Camera
The main module has a resolution of 13 MP (SONY EXMOR IMX214, size 1 / 3.06 ", cell size 1.12 μm x 1.12 μm), front - 5 megapixel. There is a single-section LED flash. The rear camera diaphragm is F2.0, facial - F2. 6.
Judging by the parameters, one of the most class cameras should be here. Alas, but it is only the theory. In practice, you get enough mediocre quality. I think it's a software that could not "finish" ZTE. The main complaint is to huge amount Noise in frames. If good lighting The photo is obtained on the "four", then at dusk, unambiguous "twice": weak detail, noises, and so on.
Focus is often mistaken, the exposure is often incorrectly incorrectly, especially in Pro mode (it can choose separate focus and exposure points separately).
The front camera is normal, not a remarkable, the viewing angle is relatively wide, but not maximum.
The video device removes in fullHD resolution at 30 k / s day and 24 k / s at night. The quality of the rollers is average, the focus is guided by "TICH". Sound recording quiet, mono. "Frontalka" also removes the video FullHD.
Settings:
Examples of photo on the main chamber:
An example of a photo on the front chamber:
Examples of the video day and night:
Performance
The ZTE Blade S6 smartphone has equipped with a new 64-bit Qualcomm chip. The model was named SNAPDRAGON 615. Total nuclei eight, but they are formed from four ARM Cortex-A53 cores with a frequency of 1.7 GHz and four more Arm Cortex-A53 cores with a frequency of 1 GHz. Technological process 28 Nm LP, set of ArmV8 commands. Depending on the load and the operation performed, either 4 "powerful" kernels or 4 "weaknesses" are included.
Qualcomm Adreno 405 GPU (550 MHz) with support for Open GL ES 1.x, 2.0, 3.0, 3.1, TS & GS is responsible for the graphics; Open Cl 1.2full; Renderscript and Direct x 11.2.
If we talk about the speed of the interface, the launch of applications, and so on, then everything is fine with that: no microlags, brakes and freezes. I think this is not due to the 8th nuclei, but thanks Android Lollipop..
As for performance, it is not very high. Many games at the maximum values \u200b\u200bof the graphics are decently braked.
GTA SA. - slows down, it is impossible to play
Dungeon Hunter 4. - sometimes slows down, you can play
Dead Trigger 2. - rarely, but it happens that satellite
brief information
Antutu (Stability Result)
Temperature after tests
Quadrant.
Software platform
As I spoke at the beginning of the review, the main nice feature of this model is the availability of the latest version of the Google Android 5.0 operating system. While the rest of the "Chinese" "doctors" 4.4.4, ZTE decided to "roll out" lollipop immediately. In principle, the user will not receive anything new, but this version works smaller, and in general it looks more pleasant. However, those who wanted have long produced beautiful shells with smooth animation (Huawei Miui, HTC Sense, ASUS Zenui).
Multimedia
The volume of polyphonic dynamics is medium, the sound is clean, there is no overload - not wheezing. Sometimes bass tested notes are even heard.
Some resources argue that the apparatus was provided with a separate musical chip. Unfortunately, confirm or refute this information complicated. I can say this: Even if inside there is no music processor, then the sound of ZTE Blade S6 gives a chic, I think that meizu level MX4 Pro. Very clean high frequencies, extremely pleasant medium and soft low. Tested sound both with a regular player, and with installed separately. The volume is very high, the gadget "rocks" any headphones.
In the "Music" application there is a "Hi-Fi" button. It is possible that this feature improves the sound, but I did not catch the difference.
There is a built-in FM radio.
Testing a video standard video player:
| Test | Result |
| Testing interleum video | Excellent |
| Testing of codecs VC-1, DTS-HD | Do not play |
| 16 refraids tests at 720p resolution | TORMEMIT |
| Testing DDL Truehd. | No sound |
| Play disks with flux 40 megabits | Excellent |
| Playing MKV files with stream 50 megabit | Excellent |
| Testing DDL Truehd. | No sound |
| AVC + AC3. | There is a video, no sound |
| Testing 16 refrain files with a resolution of 1080p | TORMEMIT |
| Testing multichannel DTS-MA sound (DTS 6/8 channels, AC-3 2 channels) |
ZTE smartphone introduced on January 28 in Hong Kong. At the start, the retail price amounted to $ 249.99. It is sold worldwide thanks to Amazon and Ebay. That is why ZTE Blade S6 is implemented at the start. As stated, the warranty on it "International": You can contact the warranty repair in the local service center of most countries (including Russia)
In ZTE Blade S6, it is easy to know the design of the Apple iPhone 6 smartphone. In copying, ZTE has not been as follows.
The price of this smartphone may seem definitely overpriced, because at first glance, it is very similar to technical specifications (HD-screen 5 ", 2 GB of RAM, 13 MP camera, 4G) on the same Aliexpress is available at about $ 140. But ZTE Blade S6 can answer Not only more powerful processorbut also some advanced features that are lower.
Although the smartphone and received the design of the famous Apple iPhone 6, the body is still plastic ( back cover Only painted under metal). In ZTE decided not to walk along the path of Lenovo in. But the framework of the case, as stated, the ZTE Blade S6 is metallic.
ZTE Blade S6 received a productive 64-bit Qualcomm Snapdragon 615 processor with Adreno 405 graphics. This processor has 8 Cortex-A53 nuclei, which operate at different frequencies: 4 cores of 1.5 GHz, 4 kernels of 1 GHz. By the way, this is the first smartphone with this processor received Android 5.0 Lollipop. RAM: 2 GB DDR3.
Chips
The screen is made using In-Cell technology, thanks to which it has an excellent picture quality and good brightness, as well as a responsive sensor. Also, thanks to the screen with this technology, the smartphone housing was made quite thin - 7.7 mm.
It is possible to control the smartphone with gestures. For example, to launch music sufficiently keeping the phone in the hand to draw the symbol "V" in the air. Also, for example, you can quickly turn on the flashlight simply by shaking the phone. Thanks to the built-in ZTE BLADE S6 sensors, has a number of other convenient chips: the phone screen is blocked in the pocket automatically; The sound of the incoming call is turned off if the screen is hand.
The 13-megapixel camera has a Sony EXMOR IMX214 module. 5 lenses, autofocus, aperture F / 2.0. Snapshots of acceptable quality can be obtained even in conditions of insufficient illumination. Well, on a sunny day, photos will be excellent quality.
Thanks to AliveShare technology, you can exchange information between telephones at high speed without Bluetooth and Wi-Fi (of course, the technology should support both phones).
Pleasant Mifavor 3.0's corporate interface has numerous setup features.
Lovers of good sounding music will be satisfied, because the smartphone gives the sound high Quality Hi-Fi.
Accelerometer (or G-SENSOR) - device position sensor in space. As the main function, the accelerometer is used to automatically change the image orientation on the display (vertical or horizontal). Also, G-Sensor is used as a pedometer, they can be controlled by various device functions by turning or shaking.
Gyroscope - Sensor measuring rotation angles with respect to the fixed coordinate system. Created to measure rotation angles in several planes at the same time. The gyroscope together with the accelerometer allows you to determine the position of the device in space with high accuracy. In devices using only accelerometers, measurement accuracy is lower, especially with rapid movement. Also the possibilities of the gyroscope can be used in modern games for mobile devices.
Light sensor - Sensor, thanks to which the optimal brightness and contrast values \u200b\u200bare set for this light level. The presence of the sensor allows you to increase the operating time of the device from the battery.
Proximity sensor - Sensor that determines when the device is close to the face during a conversation, turns off the backlight and blocks the screen, preventing accidental pressing. The presence of the sensor allows you to increase the operating time of the device from the battery.
Geomagnetic sensor - Sensor to determine the side of the light into which the device is directed. Tracks the orientation of the device in space relative to the magnetic poles of the Earth. Information obtained from the sensor is used in cartographic programs for locality orientation.
Atmospheric pressure sensor - Sensor for precise measurement of atmospheric pressure. Is a part gPS systemsAllows you to determine the height above sea level and speed up the location definition.
Touch ID - Identification sensor for fingerprint.
Accelerometer / geomagnetic / gyroscope / illumination / approximation
Satellite navigation:
GPS. (Global Positioning System - Global Positioning System) - satellite system Navigation, ensuring measurement of distance, time, speed and determining the location of objects anywhere in the Earth. The system is developed, implemented and operated by the US Department of Defense. The main principle of using the system is to determine the location by measuring distances to the object from points with known coordinates - satellites. The distance is calculated by the time of delaying the signal propagation from sending it to the satellite before receiving an antenna GPS receiver.
GLONASS (Global navigation satellite system) - Soviet and Russian satellite navigation system, developed by order of the USSR Ministry of Defense. The measurement principle is similar to the American GPS navigation system. GLONASS is designed for operational navigation and temporary support of users of ground, marine, air and space-based. The main difference from the GPS system is that GLONASS satellites in their orbital movement do not have resonance (synchronization) with the rotation of the Earth, which ensures greater stability.
Technologies go ahead and the beginning of 2015 brought us a new representative of the family ZTE - Blade S6. The closest competitor to it can be considered ZTE STAR 1, which came out a year earlier, but supporting only 1 SIM-SIM-SIM SIM-SIM-SIM card.
Blade Blade C6. has a classic case, but in contrast to the aforementioned analog rounded corners. Two typical colors: black and white. The smartphone is quite comfortable in the hand, does not slide, and the sidewalls do not interfere when working with a phone with one hand.
The Gadget on Android 5th version is based. Perfectly works with two Nano-SIM in alternate mode. Weight of 132 grams absolutely not burdens pocket. The SchXBT parameters are 70.7x144x7.7 mm. Based on this, it can be said that the device is quite practical in size, and the language will not turn it with "shovel".
Capacitive multitouch screen, 5 inches size has excellent color reproduction and clarity. The image is supplied with a maximum resolution of 1280x720, at 294 inches per 1 inch. Also, like all the analogs, the function of the auto turnover of the display.
But the most "delicious" part ZTE Blade S6. It is its 13 megapixel camera. The quality of the pictures is sometimes superior to the results of budget digital cameras. Recording video, excellent autofocus, face recognition and geo-tags. In general, the complete set enclosed in the maximum resolution in 1920x1080 and the seasoned with the frequency of images of 30 kad / s.
The front camera, so adorable by fans of messengers with the video link function, will delight 5 million pixels. Also, the gadget works with MP3 and catches FM radio.
Communication is carried out according to GSM 900,1800 and 1900 standards. Excellent support for 3G and 4G LTE. By the way, the smartphone boasts support for LTE-bands: B1, B3, B7, B8, B20. There is also "forever live" Bluetooth 4.0 and USB. And also Wi-Fi 802.11n, without which the smartphone is not a smartphone.
The absence of GLONASS is completely compensated by standardized GPS and A-GPS system. It is possible to use Blade C6 as a standard USB drive. There is a voice dialing and voice control.
The device is smartly enabling thanks to the 8th nuclear processor and 2 GB of RAM. The integrated memory is 16 GB, for those who do not have enough and this has a slot under Micro-SD to 32 GB.
Lithium-polymer battery for 2400 mAh, as in most analogs, non-removable. Includes light sensors and approximation. As always on guarding the position of the apparatus, a high-quality gyroscope and compass.
Users consider the model more than just successful, however, the most important disadvantage is considered a small battery capacity. However, whatever battery is, its capacity will always be small, and for its value, on average about 14 thousand rubles, Blade Blade C6. It is an excellent choice for those who appreciate functionality and quick work.