Launch report · ZTE

ZTE Axon (1st gen): 2015 dual-cam + Hi-Fi DAC US push.

SpecEagle Editorial·Jul 2015·$450·Score 74/100

ZTE's 2015 first Axon launched the line with dual ESS Sabre Hi-Fi DAC + dual cam + QHD at $450.

Key specs at launch

Display

5.5" QHD

Chipset

Snapdragon 810

RAM

4 GB

Audio

Hi-Fi dual ESS Sabre

What stands out

Dual ESS Sabre Hi-Fi DAC.
Dual 13+2 MP cam with depth.
QHD display.
Leather grip back.

What to watch

Snapdragon 810 throttle.
3,000 mAh average.
174 g.
ZTE bloatware US.

The phone it has to beat

Pixel (1st gen, 2016)

$649 · score 86/100