ZTE V5 Lux
The ZTE V5 Lux is a budget-focused device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM8916 Snapdragon 410 (28 nm), built for basic everyday tasks (2015).
2015 · Lower-mid-range · Android 4.4 (KitKat)ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Budget), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size5" · 139 x 71 x 9 mm (5.47 x 2.80 x 0.35 in)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8916 Snapdragon 410 (28 nm)
RAM1GB
Storage8GB
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓5" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓Lightweight at 165g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 2,400 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic Qualcomm MSM8916 Snapdragon 410 (28 nm) for simple tasks only
✗Only 1GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysGamingMultitaskingMultitasking
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8916 Snapdragon 410 (28 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A53
OS
Android 4.4 (KitKat), nubia UI 2.5
RAM
1GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
294 ppi
Adequate sharpness for daily use
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
🔋 Battery
Capacity
2,400 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 2400 mAh, non-removable
📱 Design & Build
Weight
165g
Balanced size and weight
Dimensions
139 x 71 x 9 mm (5.47 x 2.80 x 0.35 in)
SIM
Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
📶 Network
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the ZTE V5 Lux does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.
No, the ZTE V5 Lux does not have NFC.
Yes, the ZTE V5 Lux supports microSDHC expandable storage.
Yes, the ZTE V5 Lux supports dual SIM (Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)).
Yes, the ZTE V5 Lux has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The ZTE V5 Lux ships with Android 4.4 (KitKat), nubia UI 2.5.
The ZTE V5 Lux uses microUSB 2.0.
The ZTE V5 Lux supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot.
The ZTE V5 Lux has 4.0, A2DP.
