ZTE Axon 10s Pro smartphone review with key features

For more than 30 years, ZTE has been delighting customers with patented developments. They account for 10% of ZTE's total telecom equipment sales annually. The world patent office knows almost 2 thousand applications registered by the brand. The company occupies a leading position in the Chinese market. Together with the company, other well-known brands cooperate: Qualcomm and Alcatel, Microsoft and Intel, IBM and others. Once again, ZTE will present a new model of the Axon 10s Pro smartphone, the younger brother of the Axon 10 Pro. The device has similar flagship features, the latest operating system, an updated Snapdragon 865 chipset and more RAM (6 - 12 GB). In addition, the display uses the HDR10 function, which affects the image quality, shooting photos and videos of 4 cameras. Consider in detail the main technical characteristics and draw a conclusion about the advantages and disadvantages of the model.

ZTE Axon 10s Pro

The date of presentation and release of new items on the markets has not yet been announced. Perhaps the device will appear in late winter - early spring. Despite this, the characteristics of the device can be found in the vastness of the virtual world.

Technical capabilities ZTE Axon 10s Pro

Design and appearance

Monoblock classic shape is made with thin aluminum frames. The dimensions of the case are distributed as follows: height: 159.2mm, width: 73.4mm, device thickness: 7.9mm. The device weighs 175 gr.

On the right side, the manufacturer placed a button for adjusting the volume level of the sound, under it - an on / off key. The small hole on the top is a dedicated noise canceling microphone. Below you can see the connector for charging, the main microphone with speakers. The slot for SIM cards and memory cards is located right there, on the bottom side. The body and display are made of durable glass that protects the smartphone from drops and splashes. Therefore, the model provides wireless charging. Devices not protected from water do not have this function.

The display takes up most of the device: the side frames are very thin, the bottom and top are slightly wider. The front-facing camera is shaped like a U-shaped drop at the top center of the screen.There are two blocks on the back cover in the upper right corner. One unit contains the lenses of the main cameras, the second contains a third camera and an LED flash. The large block protrudes slightly relative to the plane of the case, but this does not spoil the overall impression of the gadget's appearance. The ZTE branding, the abbreviation for the Axon line and the 5G network, is located sideways from top to bottom, in line with the camera units and looks stylish. The smartphone will enter the market in two color versions: blue Blue, black Black. There is no information about the cost at the moment.

Display, dimensions, functions

The screen creates a diagonal of 6.47 inches, the area of ​​use is 102.8 sq. Cm. The percentage of display size to phone body is 87.9. The pixel ratio is 19.5: 9. At this size, the number of pixels per inch gains 398 pixels, the main resolution is built at 2340x1080 pixels.

Matrix type of the new model AMOLED. The screen is touch-sensitive, capacitive, supports and displays 16 million colors of any complexity. The device uses support for HDR10 - high dynamic range of the image. The format is widely used in new models of monitors and televisions. Not every flagship can boast of this feature. Thanks to HDR10, the color is realistic, the brightness of the picture in pixels is high, and blacks are ideal. The maximum brightness on the device is ten times higher than on conventional smartphones. Thanks to the AMOLED matrix, this function is increased - other types of matrices create problems with the transmission of a pure black tint range. According to scientific research, the function helps a person to cover not 30%, but 50% of the available colors and shades. In addition, the technology affects the pixel density of the screen. The picture has improved detail, brightness, increased color rendering. During the sunny time of the day, the image is not exposed. A sensor (optical fingerprint scanner) is installed under the display.

Networks and communications

The smartphone is used on the following communication standards: GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE / 5G. For SIM 1 and SIM 2 cards, 2G GSM ranges from 850 to 1900 are provided. For Chinese buyers, the third generation standard TD-SCDMA is used, which is not available in other countries. Worldwide 3G - HSDPA bands use frequencies in the region of 850 - 2100. For 4G - LTE, all necessary standard frequencies are taken into account: band 1 (2100), 2 (1900), 3 (1800), 4 (1700/2100), 5 (850) , 7 (2600), 8 (900), 12 (700), 13 (700) 17 (700), 18 (800), 19 (800), 20 (800), 26 (850), 28 (700), 34 (2000), 38 (2600), 39 (1900), 40 (2300) 41 (2500). Range with bands 41 (2500), 78 (3500); SA / NSA / Sub6 already refers to the 5th generation 5G standard. It should be noted that in Russia, the fifth generation 5G mobile networks have not yet been installed and tested. The communication channel speed in 3G mode is 42.2 / 5.76 Mbit * s.

Processor, OS and memory

The Octa-core octa-core processor is powered by Qualcomm SM8250 Snapdragon 865 chip with 7nm + process technology. The Kryo 585 cores are distributed in three clusters, operate according to the 1 + 3 + 4 scheme, their frequencies are added as follows: one core with a clock rate of 2.84 GHz, 3 cores with a peak frequency of 2.42 GHz, 4 sources with energy efficient cores operating at 1.8 GHz. The Adreno 650 graphics accelerator and the Snapdragon 865 chipset are designed to support 5G network, with artificial intelligence support. The performance of the chipset is increased by 25%, the energy efficiency is the same. The accelerator reduces energy consumption by about 30 - 35%. In addition, the flagship Snapdragon 865 chipset improves performance while reducing power consumption, and provides fast charging with Quick Charge 4+ technology.

Based on the smartphone, the operating system Android 10th version is installed with a proprietary shell from ZTE MiFavor 10. The number 10 indicates the version of Android OS 2019. The shell has many applications and add-ons. Added a dark theme; replaced standard icons with branded ones (about 1600 pcs.); developed its own animation for icons; used to change wallpaper depending on the time of day. For system functions, pop-up notifications should be noted: the window takes up much less space, which does not interfere with the operation of applications.The gesture function has been improved, voice commands are controlled in built-in and third-party applications, artificial intelligence is used when the system starts, when applications and games are running.
A new function UFS3.0 is used to store information. A similar memory standard is installed on flagship models, it ensures uninterrupted multitasking of equipment. This version increases the link speed and the reliability of the flash drive memory. I / O / download is instant. Copying and transferring data is done in seconds.

The smartphone has one or two Nano-sized SIM cards operating in dual standby mode. In addition to cards, a microSD memory card up to 1 TB is installed in the slot. Thus, the memory of the device increases several times. There will be 3 types of devices on the market in terms of memory size in accordance with the parameters of internal / RAM: 128 GB / 6 GB, 256 GB / 8 GB, 256 GB / 12 GB.

Multimedia

The main camera is triple, located in two blocks. The 48MP main lens has an aperture of 1.7, a wide lens, with PDAF autofocus, and OIS. The second camera is 8 MP - with 3x optical zoom, 2.4 aperture, PDAF focus, OIS stabilization and telephoto mode. Suitable for taking pictures of views and landscapes. The third 20 MP lens shoots with an aperture of 2.2, considered ultra wide angle. Additional modes and settings include two-tone LED flash, high-quality HDR shooting, panorama. The output video has a size of 2160 pixels / 30 frames per second, 1080 pixels / 30 frames per second. The high resolution allows for highly detailed images and clear video. The camera on the display is a single, 20 MP resolution, 2.0 aperture, wide lens, shoots in HDR mode. Videos are 1080 pixels / 30 frames per second.

Wireless and wired technologies

The device is equipped with GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS navigation systems. A USB 2.0 connector and a reversible type C 1.0 connector are used to connect the charging and cable. Wireless installations include Bluetooth 5.0 at short distances, Wi-Fi 802.11 a / b / g / n / ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi-Direct with password protected, hotspot access point.

Speakers and sound

24-bit audio operates at 192 kHz. The device has a loudspeaker with stereo speakers with surround sound. The sound is rendered in 3D: the sound is output through multiple channels, in different planes, creating a Dolby Atmos cinema effect when you feel immersed. There is no 3.5mm headphone jack. A dedicated microphone at the top of the case suppresses active noises during conversations in crowded public places.

Battery and charging

The smartphone has a non-removable lithium-ion battery with a volume of 4000 mAh. The model is equipped with a function of fast gentle charging of the battery with a capacity of 18W, operating on Qualcomm's Quick Charge 4+ technology.

Smartphone features

The model has additional functions: it has an accelerometer, a compass, a proximity sensor to save charging, a gyroscope for image stabilization. An optical fingerprint scanner is mounted under the display, and there is a face recognition function. To pay for purchases without a bank card, a wireless NFC chip is connected.

• standard appearance;
• style, quality on top;
• ergonomic dimensions;
• clear flagship characteristics;
• high-performance processor;
• HDR10 screen mode;
• excellent color rendition and image detail;
• realistic 3D sound with Dolby Atmos;
• built-in stereo speakers;
• the latest technologies are used;
• updated OS;
• multitasking;
• own shell development;
• additional features of the MiFavor 10 shell;
• high-resolution cameras shoot with better detail;
• the use of multiple cameras and stabilization improves image quality;
• application of the wireless and fast charging function Quick Charge 4+.

• there is no mini-Jack for connecting a headset;
• there is no radio;
• There is no 5G technology in Russia;
• no price information.

Conclusion

The new device ZTE Axon 10s Pro is equipped with flagship features. If we compare the device with the May version of the ZTE Axon 10 Pro, the 10s has an updated operating system, a new version of the chipset and processor cores, and the latest UFS 3.0 memory system. The smartphone will be used in Russia on all standards except 5G. It remains to wait for the release date.