ZTE announced the launch of the Grand S smartphone in 2013. The manufacturer is offering the ZTE Grand S phone with 5 inches display, Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro APQ8064 chipset, 2 GB of RAM and 16 GB of internal storage.
The ZTE Grand S comes with Android OS v4.1 (Jelly Bean) out of the box, and a Li-Ion 1780 mAh, non-removable battery. The 5 inches phone comes with IPS display (1080 x 1920 px). The IPS display provides enhanced features, such as optimal viewing angles, color accuracy, invariable color reproduction and better power consumption.
ZTE Grand S specifications
| Brand | ZTE |
|---|---|
| Name | Grand S |
| Model | GRANDS |
| Release date | 2013 |
Body
The weight of ZTE Grand S is about 3.88 oz with battery, which is average compared to most of the smartphones with same size. The dimensions of this ZTE phone are average (5.59 x 2.76 x 0.27 inches).
| Weight | 3.88 oz |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 5.59 x 2.76 x 0.27 inches |
| Colors | blue, red, white, yellow |
| SIM type | Mini SIM |
System
The ZTE Grand S comes with Android OS v4.1 (Jelly Bean) out of the box, but it is upgradable to the next OS.
| OS version | Android OS v4.1 (Jelly Bean) |
|---|---|
| SoC | Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro APQ8064 |
| CPU | Quad-core 1.7 GHz Krait 200 |
| GPU | Adreno 320 |
Display
The size of Grand S screen is measured diagonally, from corner to corner. The 5 inches IPS display of ZTE Grand S with 1080 x 1920 px resolution is multitouch capable.
| Display type | IPS |
|---|---|
| Screen size | 5 inches |
| Resolution | 1080 x 1920 px |
| Multitouch support | yes |
Memory
The internal memory of ZTE Grand S (2 GB) cannot be expanded, but the internal storage (16 GB) can be expanded with a compatible microSD card.
| RAM | 2 GB |
|---|---|
| Internal storage | 16 GB |
| Memory card slot | microSD |
Camera
The camera of the Grand S 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.
| Selfie camera | 2 MP |
|---|---|
| Main camera | 13 MP, 4128 x 3096 px, autofocus |
| Flash | LED |
Connectivity
The ZTE Grand S supports 2G, 3G and 4G/LTE networks. This phone has a built-in GPS. GPS is a highly accurate navigation system using signals from satellites to determine a location on the Earth's surface, irrespective of weather conditions. Most phones have a GPS unit on board. The Grand S 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 Grand S phone has built-in FM radio. The built-in FM Radio is great for listening to your favorite radio station.
| GSM 2G bands | 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
|---|---|
| Network coverage | 2G / 3G / 4G |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n |
| Bluetooth | v4.0, A2DP, LE |
| GPS | A-GPS |
| NFC | yes |
| FM radio | yes |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 |
| Headphone | 3.5 mm jack |
Battery
The Li-Ion 1780 mAh, non-removable battery gives the smartphone a good battery backup. The Li-ion is a low maintenance battery which offers high energy, is lightweight and does not require periodic full discharge. The battery of Grand S isn't removable without voiding the warranty.
| Type | Li-Ion 1780 mAh, non-removable |
|---|
Features
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. This ZTE phones comes with proximity sensor. This proximity sensor detects how close the phone is to an outside object, such as your ear. This smartphone doesn't support fast charging technology.
| Sensors | accelerometer, compass, gyroscope, proximity |
|---|---|
| Specials | Corning Gorilla Glass |
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 Grand S, then don’t hesitate and signal the problem to us.
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