ZTE Nubia M2 64GB smartphone - advantages and disadvantages

The ZTE NUBIA M2 smartphone is a mid-range device, however, its decent specs, build quality, efficiency and performance are reasonable at the stated price. This model is not a novelty, but despite this, it is very popular due to its main advantages - a powerful processor, a capacitive battery that provides high autonomy, a Super AMOLED display, good photo performance, and a decent amount of memory.

Specifications

1. Processor - eight-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 MSM8953 with a clock frequency of 2000 MHz;
2. Video processor - Adreno 506;
3. Memory - the amount of built-in memory - 64 GB, RAM - 4 GB;
4. Memory card slot - combined with a SIM card, support for memory cards up to 200 GB;
5. Number of SIM-cards - 2 nano-SIM with alternating operating mode;
6. Battery - non-removable, 3630 mAh;
7. Screen - multi-touch touch, screen type - Super AMOLED, 5.5 inches, resolution 1920 × 1080 pixels (with an aspect ratio of 16: 9);
8. The main camera is a dual 13/13 megapixel camera, equipped with an LED flash and autofocus;
9. Front camera - 16 megapixels;
10. Audio - support for MP3, AAC, WAV, WMA formats;
11. Communication - GSM 900/1800/1900, 3G, 4G LTE;
12. Interfaces - Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 4.1, USB;
13. Navigation system - GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou;
14. Charging connector - USB Type-C;
15. Dimensions - 75.9 × 154.5 × 7 mm (WxHxT), weight - 168 g.

Additional functions:

• voice control;
• lighting and proximity sensors;
• gyroscope;
• compass;
• fingerprint scanner;
• Lantern;
• USB-host.

Design and equipment

This model is made in a corporate design, characterized by strict features. The all-metal body of the smartphone is thin, its thickness is only 7 mm. The device has a monolithic assembly and is compact. The aspect ratio of the screen is classic - 16: 9, the display glass (2.5D) is resistant to minor damage and scratches.

The home key is equipped with a fingerprint scanner, which is an unusual innovation for the NUBIA M2 - in previous versions of the smartphone, the scanner was most often located on the back of the device. The main connectors - for a headset, a USB-C port, as well as a speaker - are located at the bottom.

The sides are equipped with touch buttons with event indicators: missed calls, notifications and messages are signaled by a red flickering backlight. The right side panel houses the hybrid tray and power button, while the left panel houses the volume buttons.

The ZTE NUBIA M2 comes in soft gold as well as black designs. Both options look quite strict, premium, but not flashy and restrained.

The configuration of the device varies depending on the store where the smartphone is purchased. Some stores supplement the standard set with headphones, chargers of various types. Usually, the kit for ZTE NUBIA M2 includes:

• charger (with euro plug and fast charging support);
• USB-C;
• key for the tray;
• instruction.

• the smartphone is ergonomic and fits comfortably in the hand;
• fast operation of the fingerprint scanner, without delays;
• nice, attractive design;
• reliable, high-quality assembly;
• practicality, durable material of the all-metal body.

• the corporate logo on the back panel is not securely applied;
• the one-color event indicator is difficult to see due to its lateral position.

Screen

This model is equipped with a FullHD multi-touch display supporting ten touch points. The screen is made on the basis of the Super AMOLED matrix, it has a diagonal of 5.5 inches, the resolution is 1920 × 1080 pixels, and the aspect ratio is classic - 16: 9. Due to this, the ZTE NUBIA M2 somewhat stands out among the now popular frameless smartphones with widescreen screens and a non-standard aspect ratio. The model under consideration combines classic forms and powerful modern filling.

The quality of color reproduction is good, the image is saturated, the brightness is not too high, but comfortable for the eyes. The display glass is durable, scratch-resistant and has an oleophobic (grease-repellent) coating.

• the screen demonstrates rich, bright colors;
• super AMOLED matrix.
• high-quality oleophobic display coating.

• the maximum brightness of the screen is not enough in sunlight;
• limited screen color settings.

Iron and performance

The smartphone is equipped with a powerful enough eight-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 processor, which demonstrates good performance. The built-in memory is 64 GB, and the RAM is 4 GB, which is a big advantage for a mid-range smartphone. The filling of the device does not differ in high cost, but it has rather high characteristics, thanks to which the device works quickly, allowing not only to perform standard everyday actions, watch videos, comfortably load web pages, but also run rather heavy active games.

The pre-installed Android 6 operating system, plus the Nubia UI shell, with its own proprietary features and functions, such as a split screen into two parts, gesture control, which can be customized according to your wishes and needs.

• the processor does not heat up;
• performance is sufficient for simple tasks and for running games;
• suitable for gamers;
• large amount of built-in memory.

• preinstalled outdated version of OS Android 6.0 without upgrade option.

Battery

The battery is built-in, with a capacity of 3630 mAh. This is not a very high figure, but the smartphone has an energy efficient display, which keeps the battery consumption within reasonable limits. After continuously watching online videos for five hours, the battery lost 35%. Therefore, we can confidently talk about the good autonomy of the device.

The kit includes a charger that charges the battery by 68% in an hour, 35% in half an hour, and a full charge takes 1 hour and 50 minutes.

• good battery life - charging is enough for the whole day with intensive use (Internet surfing, social networks, games, listening to music, watching videos and launching applications).

• the battery is charged quickly enough.

Camera

The main (rear) camera is dual, 13 megapixels each sensor, one of which is monochrome and the other is color. The camera settings offer quite a lot of different shooting modes, such as:

• Macro shooting mode;
• 3-D photo;
• slow shutter;
• Time Lapse mode and others.

You can also use manual settings to create high-quality images, but it's worth noting that being in automatic mode, the camera demonstrates excellent shooting quality, despite the low cost of the device. Photos and videos taken with the main camera are highly detailed.

Also, in the settings you can find the portrait mode (here it is called "Book"). The principle of its operation is standard, but to obtain a high-quality result, you will have to try - details of the object's appearance fall under the blur.

As for video shooting, the ZTE NUBIA M2 offers two video modes - FullHD at 30 fps and FullHD at 60 fps, with which you can create a slow-motion video effect. In addition, the device enables 4K video recording. In addition to the lack of stabilization of visible flaws during video shooting, is not observed.

The characteristics of the front camera will especially delight those who like to take selfies - in addition to the fact that its resolution is 16 megapixels, which is not enough for a front camera (especially for a mid-range smartphone), it can be used to shoot high-quality FullHD video. In this matter, ZTE NUBIA M2 successfully bypasses all its competitors.

Examples of photos taken with a smartphone camera

In the daytime

Photo taken in low light

At dusk

Macro mode

• dual rear camera;
• excellent front camera with flash;
• high quality pictures taken in daylight;
• detailed image with a good level of sharpness;
• video shooting occurs without delays and glitches.

• in low light, at dusk and night shooting mode, the quality of photo and video recording is significantly reduced;
• blurring the background when shooting in the "Book" mode does not work correctly;
• lack of optical stabilization.

Additional functions

The smartphone supports the main communication ranges (including Band 2.0), while its quality is excellent. There is also support for dual band WiFi. The navigation systems work flawlessly, the usual and standard GPS, GLONASS and Chinese BeiDou are supported. All of the above shows well-coordinated work, which emphasizes the reliability of the device.

The NUBIA M2 also delights in sound quality, especially with the TAS2555 audio amplifier. Despite the fact that the maximum volume of the sound is not too high, watching movies and listening to music is comfortable. The built-in ringtones and system sounds are pleasant, do not hurt your ears, but at the same time loud enough to be heard on the street. When using headphones, the sound does not lose its quality. In the settings, you can find an interesting feature - Dolby Audio, experiments with which demonstrate interesting effects.

• affordable cost;
• reasonable value for money;
• modern iron in a classic shell;
• fast and accurate operation of built-in navigation systems;
• support for standard Russian LTE frequencies;
• many useful functions in the proprietary Nubia UI shell.
• excellent sound quality;
• great sound when connected to headphones.

• there is no built-in equalizer;
• sound recording on video and on a voice recorder is not of high quality.
• missing NFC module
• the headphone jack is located at the bottom of the device;
• lack of radio.

In general, we can confidently say that the ZTE Nubia M2 smartphone is a device that has deservedly gained popularity among users as a reliable, productive and balanced device. Despite the pre-installed operating system, which is not upgradeable, the device pleases with its original shell, in which you can find a lot of interesting and useful things.

This model successfully surpasses its competitors within the price segment, and, despite the fact that it is not a novelty, is gaining more and more positive reviews from real users who appreciated the merits of the device. In addition, with its autonomy, high quality cameras and an impressive amount of memory, the device has a very affordable price - its average price is 11,480 rubles. and the quality more than matches the declared value.