ZTE Axon Max The ZTE Axon Max is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM8952 Snapdragon 617 (28 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use, with a 4,140 mAh battery for solid all-day use (2015).
2015 · Lower-mid-range · Android 5.1 (Lollipop) ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size 6" · 160 x 80 x 7.5 mm (6.30 x 3.15 x 0.30 in)
Chipset Qualcomm MSM8952 Snapdragon 617 (28 nm)
RAM 3GB
Storage 32GB
Main Camera 16 MP · LED flash
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✓︎ Pros
✓ 6" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓ 3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗ Entry-level Qualcomm MSM8952 Snapdragon 617 (28 nm) — struggles with demanding apps
✗ Only 3GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
⚠️ Not ideal for
Mobile gaming Heavy multitasking Multitasking
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2015, December. Released 2015, December
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8952 Snapdragon 617 (28 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Octa-core (4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.2 GHz Cortex-A53)
RAM
3GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
367 ppi
Adequate sharpness for daily use
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
16 MP
Capable for everyday photos
🔋 Battery
Capacity
4,140 mAh
Adequate for moderate use
Type
Li-Po 4140 mAh, non-removable
📱 Design & Build
Weight
188g
Balanced size and weight
Dimensions
160 x 80 x 7.5 mm (6.30 x 3.15 x 0.30 in)
Sensors
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
📶 Network
Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
GPS
GPS, GLONASS/ BDS (region dependent)
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does the ZTE Axon Max support 5G?› No, the ZTE Axon Max does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.
Does the ZTE Axon Max have NFC?› No, the ZTE Axon Max does not have NFC.
Does the ZTE Axon Max support wireless charging?› No, the ZTE Axon Max charges via cable only — no wireless charging.
Does the ZTE Axon Max support fast charging?› Yes, up to 18W (18W wired, QC2).
Does the ZTE Axon Max have expandable storage?› Yes, the ZTE Axon Max supports microSDXC expandable storage.
Does the ZTE Axon Max support dual SIM?› The ZTE Axon Max SIM configuration: Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM.
Does the ZTE Axon Max have a headphone jack?› Yes, the ZTE Axon Max has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Does the ZTE Axon Max have stereo speakers?› Speaker setup: Yes.
What Android version does the ZTE Axon Max ship with?› The ZTE Axon Max ships with Android 5.1 (Lollipop).
What type of USB port does the ZTE Axon Max use?› The ZTE Axon Max uses USB Type-C.
Does the ZTE Axon Max support Wi-Fi 7?› The ZTE Axon Max supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot.
Does the ZTE Axon Max support Bluetooth LE Audio?› The ZTE Axon Max has 4.0, A2DP, LE.
