Sharp Z2
The Sharp Z2 is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Mediatek MT6797 Helio X20 (20 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use (2016).
2016 · Lower-mid-range · Android 6.0 (Marshmallow)ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size5.5" · 153 x 76 x 8.4 mm (6.02 x 2.99 x 0.33 in)
ChipsetMediatek MT6797 Helio X20 (20 nm)
RAM4GB
Storage32GB
Main Camera16 MP · LED flash
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓Sharp 401 PPI screen
✓5.5" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓Lightweight at 160g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 3,000 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic Mediatek MT6797 Helio X20 (20 nm) for simple tasks only
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysGamingMultitasking
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2016, October. Released 2016, October
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT6797 Helio X20 (20 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Deca-core (2x2.3GHz Cortex-A72, 4x2.0GHz Cortex-A53, 4x1.4GHz Cortex-A53)
OS
Android 6.0 (Marshmallow)
RAM
4GB
Fine for everyday apps
💻 Display
Sharpness
401 ppi
Sharp and comfortable to read
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass (unspecified version)
📷 Camera
Main Camera
16 MP
Capable for everyday photos
🔋 Battery
Capacity
3,000 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable
📱 Design & Build
Weight
160g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
153 x 76 x 8.4 mm (6.02 x 2.99 x 0.33 in)
Sensors
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
📶 Network
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the Sharp Z2 does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.
No, the Sharp Z2 does not have NFC.
Yes, the Sharp Z2 supports microSDXC expandable storage.
The Sharp Z2 SIM configuration: Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM.
Yes, the Sharp Z2 has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The Sharp Z2 ships with Android 6.0 (Marshmallow).
The Sharp Z2 uses USB Type-C.
The Sharp Z2 supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n.
The Sharp Z2 has 4.1, A2DP, LE.
