ZTE Skate
The ZTE Skate is a budget-focused device, built for basic everyday tasks (2011).
2011 · Entry-level · Android 2.3 (Gingerbread)ⓘ Note: Scores are automatically calculated using available specifications and may not always perfectly reflect real-world performance or user experience.
✓︎ Pros
✓512GB of RAM — plenty for heavy multitasking and keeping many apps open
✓Lightweight at 120g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 1,400 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic its chipset for simple tasks only
✗5 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
✗Lower-resolution 217 PPI screen — visible pixels on close inspection
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysGamingMultitaskingPhotography
⚙️ Performance
OS
Android 2.3 (Gingerbread)
RAM
512MB
Heavy multitasking without slowdowns
💻 Display
Sharpness
217 ppi
Pixels visible at normal viewing distance
📷 Camera
Main Camera
5 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
🔋 Battery & Design
Battery
1,400 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Removable Li-Ion 1400 mAh battery
Weight
120g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
125.9 x 67.8 x 10.4 mm (4.96 x 2.67 x 0.41 in)
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
