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Lenovo ZUK Z1 Specifications
Lenovo
Released 2015, Aug 15
3 GB RAM · Qualcomm MSM8974AC Snapdragon 801 (28 nm)
- 175g, 8.9mm thickness
- Android 5.1.1, up to 6.0
- 64GB storage, no card slot
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| Category | Genze /10 | Users /10 |
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| Battery | 8 | — |
| Display | 4.8 | — |
| Performance | 5.8 | — |
| Camera | 5.8 | — |
| Body | 5.2 | — |
| Gaming | 5.4 | — |
| Software | 4.4 | — |
| Connectivity | 1.6 | — |
| Sensors | 7.2 | — |
| Software updates | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
5.5"
1080x1920 pixels
13MP
1080p
3GB RAM
Snapdragon 801
4100mAh
18W
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Full specifications
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Network
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Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE |
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 | |
| ??? | CDMA 800 | |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 | |
| ??? | TD-SCDMA | |
| 4G bands | 1, 3, 7, 38, 39, 40, 41 | |
| Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps |
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Launch
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Announced | 2015, August. Released 2015, September |
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| Status | Discontinued |
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Body
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Dimensions | 155.7 x 77.3 x 8.9 mm (6.13 x 3.04 x 0.35 in) |
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| Weight | 175 g (6.17 oz) | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
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Display
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Type | IPS LCD |
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| Size | 5.5 inches, 83.4 cm2 (~69.3% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~401 ppi density) | |
| ??? | CyanogenMod 12.1 |
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Platform
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OS | Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow) |
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| Chipset | Qualcomm MSM8974AC Snapdragon 801 (28 nm) | |
| CPU | Quad-core 2.5 GHz Krait 400 | |
| GPU | Adreno 330 |
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Memory
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Card slot | No |
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| Internal | 64GB 3GB RAM | |
| ??? | eMMC 5.0 |
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Main Camera
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Single | 13 MP, f/2.2, 1/3.1", 1.12??m, AF, OIS |
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| Features | Dual-LED flash, panorama | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps, 1080p@60fps |
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Selfie camera
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Single | 8 MP, f/2.2 |
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| Video | 1080p@30fps |
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Sound
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Loudspeaker | Yes |
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| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
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Comms
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WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, hotspot |
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| Bluetooth | 4.1, A2DP, LE | |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS | |
| NFC | No | |
| Radio | No | |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.0 |
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Features
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Sensors | Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
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Battery
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Type | Li-Po 4100 mAh, non-removable |
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| Charging | 18W wired | |
| Stand-by | Up to 526 h (3G) | |
| Talk time | Up to 38 h (3G) |
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Misc
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Colors | White, Dark Gray |
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| Models | ZUK Z1 | |
| Price | About 320 EUR |
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Our Tests
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Camera | Photo / Video |
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| Battery (old) | Endurance rating 97h |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Lenovo ZUK Z1 worth buying in 2026?
Lenovo ZUK Z1 is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 5.5/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.
Is Lenovo ZUK Z1 good for gaming?
Lenovo ZUK Z1 scores 54/100 on our gaming index (chipset, display smoothness, and thermals). Casual and mid-tier titles usually run well; for competitive esports, compare frame stability and heating against phones in the same price band.
What is the battery capacity of Lenovo ZUK Z1?
Lenovo ZUK Z1 has a 4,100 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What display size does Lenovo ZUK Z1 have?
Lenovo ZUK Z1 features a 5.50-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.
How much RAM does Lenovo ZUK Z1 have?
Lenovo ZUK Z1 is available with 3 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.
What is the Genze score for Lenovo ZUK Z1?
Genze rates Lenovo ZUK Z1 5.5/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.
Where do these specifications come from?
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