ZTE Blade A7

The ZTE Blade A7 suits basic phone use for someone who values a light handset and can accept less battery capacity than most phones launched around the same time. Its 3,200 mAh battery is a notable compromise for buyers who prioritize capacity. Overall, the Blade A7 also stands below most phones released in a similar period.

At 146 g, it weighs less than almost all phones of its time, and its 7.9 mm body is thinner than most. The 6.09-inch IPS LCD display has a resolution of 720 × 1560 px and a pixel density of 282 ppi, below average. The screen gives basic tasks a roomy viewing area, but its pixel density trails the norm among phones launched around the same time.

The 16 MP camera resolution is higher than that of most phones of its time, while its f/2 aperture is darker than most. Its 3 GB of RAM is also less than most phones launched around the same time offer. The 64 GB storage can be expanded with a memory card of up to 256 GB. Basic connectivity includes Dual SIM, Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS and BeiDou, alongside a 3.5 mm audio jack and FM radio.

The ZTE Blade A7 has a NeoScore of 3.5 and stands below most phones launched around the same time. It may suit someone looking for a light phone with expandable storage and basic features, provided that lower battery capacity, limited RAM and below-average pixel density are acceptable.