ZTE Sonata 4G
The ZTE Sonata 4G is a budget-focused device, powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 (28 nm), built for basic everyday tasks (2014).
2014 · Entry-level · Android (Jelly Bean)ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Budget), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size4" · 126 x 66 x 11.4 mm (4.96 x 2.60 x 0.45 in)
ChipsetQualcomm Snapdragon 400 (28 nm)
RAM1GB
Storage4GB
Main Camera5 MP · LED flash
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 1,780 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 (28 nm) for simple tasks only
✗Only 1GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
✗5 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysGamingMultitaskingMultitasking
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2014, January. Released 2014, Q1
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 (28 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
RAM
1GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
233 ppi
Pixels visible at normal viewing distance
📷 Camera
Main Camera
5 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
🔋 Battery
Capacity
1,780 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 1780 mAh, removable
📱 Design & Build
Dimensions
126 x 66 x 11.4 mm (4.96 x 2.60 x 0.45 in)
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
📶 Network
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the ZTE Sonata 4G does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA.
No, the ZTE Sonata 4G does not have NFC.
Yes, the ZTE Sonata 4G supports microSDXC expandable storage.
The ZTE Sonata 4G SIM configuration: Micro-SIM.
Yes, the ZTE Sonata 4G has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The ZTE Sonata 4G ships with Android (Jelly Bean).
The ZTE Sonata 4G uses microUSB 2.0.
The ZTE Sonata 4G supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot.
The ZTE Sonata 4G has 3.0, A2DP.
