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ZTE Blade A53 Plus (2023) review

Android OS v12.0 Go Edition
Unisoc SC9863A1
PowerVR GE8322
2 GB / 64 GB
6.52 inch (720 x 1600 px)
13 MP, 4160 x 3120 px, autofocus

ZTE announced the launch of the Blade A53 Plus smartphone in 2023. The manufacturer is offering the ZTE Blade A53 Plus phone with 6.52 inch display, Unisoc SC9863A1 chipset, 2 GB of RAM and 64 GB of internal storage.

The ZTE Blade A53 Plus series was launched with Android OS v12.0 Go Edition pre-installed, but it is upgradable to newer versions of OS as they become available. The 6.52 inch phone comes with a high resolution IPS display (720 x 1600 px). This screen can reproduce accurate and vibrant colors. This smartphone has a single camera on the back (13 MP, 4160 x 3120 px, autofocus). The single camera setup can be sufficient for many smartphone users, depending on their photography needs and preferences. The Blade A53 Plus also features a 5 MP front-facing camera.

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ZTE Blade A53 Plus specifications

BrandZTE
NameBlade A53 Plus
ModelBLA53P
Release date2023
Price$120

Body

Weight6.98 oz
Dimensions6.52 x 3.01 x 0.37 inch
Colorsblue, gray, green
SIM typeNano SIM

The weight of ZTE Blade A53 Plus is about 6.98 oz with battery, which is average compared to most of the smartphones with same size. The dimensions of this ZTE smartphone are average (6.52 x 3.01 x 0.37 inch). Smaller smartphones are more compact and easier to carry around, but they may have smaller displays that can be harder to read and interact with. A Nano SIM is a small (12.3 x 8.8 x 0.67 mm) chipcard that is used in smartphones as a subscriber identity module (SIM) for connecting to a cellular network.

System

OS versionAndroid OS v12.0 Go Edition
SoCUnisoc SC9863A1
CPUOcta-core, Quad-core 1.6 GHz Cortex-A55, Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A55
GPUPowerVR GE8322
PerformanceAnTuTu v9: 101914

The ZTE Blade A53 Plus comes with Android OS v12.0 Go Edition out of the box, but it is upgradable to the next OS. Android is a mobile operating system developed by Google based on a modified version of the Linux kernel and other open-source software. The Blade A53 Plus utilizes Unisoc SC9863A1 chipset. This octa-core CPU is managed by an advanced scheduler that allocates tasks to the CPU for speed and power efficiency in real time.

The Blade A53 Plus utilizes PowerVR GE8322 GPU. A GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) is a specialized chip that is primarily designed to handle and accelerate the processing of graphics and visual data. It is responsible for rendering images, videos, and animations on a smartphone screen. PowerVR GPUs are a popular choice for mobile device manufacturers, and are known for their power efficiency and strong performance. We use AnTuTu app to measure general processing performance. AnTuTu Benchmark is the most popular benchmark app for Android phones.

Display

Display typeIPS
Screen size6.52 inch
Resolution720 x 1600 px
Multitouch supportyes

The 6.52 inch phone comes with IPS display. The IPS display provides enhanced features, such as optimal viewing angles, color accuracy, invariable color reproduction and better power consumption. The 6.52 inch display should be large enough to provide a comfortable viewing experience for your needs, whether it's reading text, browsing the web, or watching videos. The size of the screen is measured diagonally, from corner to corner. A larger screen typically requires more power to illuminate, which can impact battery life. The display of ZTE Blade A53 Plus is multitouch capable. Multitouch technology enables the device's touchscreen to detect and interpret multiple touch points on the screen simultaneously.

Memory

RAM2 GB
Internal storage64 GB
Memory card slotmicroSD

With 2 GB of RAM, a smartphone can run multiple apps simultaneously without experiencing any significant lag or slow performance. Having more RAM in a smartphone can provide benefits in terms of performance and multitasking. When you have more RAM, you can keep more apps and processes open in the background without slowing down the device. 64 GB of internal storage is generally considered to be a good amount of storage for a smartphone, and should be sufficient for most users' needs. The Blade A53 Plus has 64 GB of internal storage. The memory of ZTE Blade A53 Plus (2 GB) cannot be expanded, but the internal storage (64 GB) can be expanded with a compatible microSD card. A microSD card is a type of small, removable flash memory card used to store digital information.

Camera

Main camera13 MP, 4160 x 3120 px, autofocus
FlashDual LED
Selfie camera5 MP

The Blade A53 Plus offers only a single-camera setup. The single camera can still be sufficient for many smartphone users, depending on their photography needs and preferences. The main camera of the Blade A53 Plus is equipped with autofocus. An autofocus (or AF) optical system uses a sensor, a control system and a motor to focus on an automatically or manually selected point or area. Very few Android cameras come without autofocus. The main camera of Blade A53 Plus smartphone does not have OIS. The optical image stabilization (OIS) is an important feature in smartphones, particularly for those who frequently use their phones to take photos and videos.

Connectivity

GSM 2G bands850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
Network coverage2G / 3G / 4G
Wi-FiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetoothv4.2, A2DP
GPSA-GPS
NFCyes
FM radioyes
USBUSB Type-C, USB host
Headphone3.5 mm jack

The ZTE Blade A53 Plus supports 4G/LTE networks. 4G is the fourth generation of mobile phone technology. 4G provides faster data transfer speeds compared to previous generations. It offers peak download speeds ranging from 100 Mbps to 1 Gbps, depending on the specific network and implementation. To connect to a Wi-Fi network on the ZTE Blade A53 Plus, you simply need to go to the Wi-Fi settings on the device, select the network you want to connect to, and enter the password.

The Blade A53 Plus smartphone is capable of connecting to Bluetooth devices. Bluetooth is a wireless communication technology that allows devices to connect and communicate with each other over short distances. The Blade A53 Plus has a GPS receiver. GPS allows smartphones to determine their precise location and provide accurate navigation and mapping services. This includes turn-by-turn directions, real-time traffic updates, points of interest, and alternative routes.

The Blade A53 Plus comes with NFC (Near Field Communication) functionality. Near Field Communication (NFC) is a short-range wireless connectivity technology that makes life easier and more convenient for consumers around the world by making it simpler to make transactions, exchange digital content, and connect electronic devices with a touch. The Blade A53 Plus phone has built-in FM radio. The built-in FM Radio is great for listening to your favorite radio station.

The Blade A53 Plus has an USB Type-C port. Type-C is a small, reversible connector that can be plugged in to a device in either orientation, making it more convenient to use than older USB connectors that only worked when plugged in a certain way. The Blade A53 Plus smartphone has a 3.5 mm headphone jack. A 3.5 mm headphone jack is a small round port, that allows you to connect wired headphones or earphones to the device.

Battery

TypeLi-Po 4000 mAh, non-removable

The Li-Po 4000 mAh, non-removable battery gives the smartphone a good battery backup. The lithium polymer (Li-Po) battery is a thin, light-weight, rechargeable battery. No periodic discharge is needed and charging can be done at random. The battery of Blade A53 Plus isn't removable without voiding the warranty.

Features

Sensorsaccelerometer, fingerprint, light, proximity
SpecialsDual SIM, Fast charging

Smartphones today come with a wealth of sensors to facilitate a better user experience. The accelerometer is a sensor that measures the tilting motion and orientation of the phone. The Blade A53 Plus phone has a fingerprint scanner. This sensor identifies and authenticates the fingerprints of an individual in order to grant or deny access to a smartphone. This ZTE phones come with proximity sensor. This proximity sensor detects how close the phone is to an outside object, such as your ear.

The ambient light sensor detects the level of ambient light in the surrounding environment. The main purpose of a light sensor in a smartphone is to automatically adjust the brightness of the device's display. The Dual SIM capability of ZTE Blade A53 Plus phone is ideal for businesses wishing to provide staff with a mobile device that can offer separate numbers and bills for both personal and business use. This smartphone supports fast charging technology, which comes in handy when you need quick juice on your device.

The specifications above are based on the official data published by the manufacturer, but we also take user reviews into consideration. If you found an error or something lacking in the specifications above for the ZTE Blade A53 Plus, then don’t hesitate and signal the problem to us.

ZTE Blade A53 Plus pictures

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