ZUK Z2
Compact Snapdragon 820 flagship killer at a budget price.
The ZUK Z2 is a flagship ZUK smartphone released May 2016, with a launch price of $270. It pairs the Snapdragon 820 with a 5.0" FHD IPS display, a 13 MP IMX258 main camera and a 3500 mAh, QC3.0 battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 74/100 — Lenovo's flagship-killer experiment. Standout strengths: snapdragon 820 flagship power at $270 and compact 5" / 149 g body. Main trade-off: single modest 13 mp camera.
Lenovo's flagship-killer experiment.
ZUK Z2 — from Lenovo's short-lived enthusiast sub-brand — crammed Snapdragon 820 flagship performance and a 3500 mAh battery into a compact 5" body at just $270, a value benchmark that enthusiasts imported worldwide.
Read the full review- Snapdragon 820 flagship power at $270
- Compact 5" / 149 g body
- Big 3500 mAh battery for its size
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the ZUK Z2 compares
| ZUK Z2 | Galaxy S25 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 74 | 89 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 820 | SD 8 Elite |
| Display | 5.0" FHD IPS | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED |
| Main camera | 13 MP IMX258 | 200 MP · f/1.7 |
| Battery | 3500 mAh, QC3.0 | 5,000 mAh |
| Launch price | $270 | $1,299 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the ZUK Z2 released?
The ZUK Z2 was released in May 2016.
How much does the ZUK Z2 cost?
The ZUK Z2 launched at $270 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the ZUK Z2 screen size and type?
The ZUK Z2 has a 5.0" FHD IPS display.
What chipset does the ZUK Z2 use?
The ZUK Z2 is powered by the Snapdragon 820 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the ZUK Z2 have?
The ZUK Z2 ships with 4 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the ZUK Z2 battery capacity?
The ZUK Z2 has a 3500 mAh, QC3.0 battery.
What is the ZUK Z2 main camera?
The ZUK Z2 has a 13 MP IMX258 main camera.
Does the ZUK Z2 have a headphone jack?
The ZUK Z2 has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How much does the ZUK Z2 weigh?
The ZUK Z2 weighs 149 g.
What colours does the ZUK Z2 come in?
The ZUK Z2 is available in 2 colours: White, Black.
Is the ZUK Z2 worth buying?
ZUK Z2 — from Lenovo's short-lived enthusiast sub-brand — crammed Snapdragon 820 flagship performance and a 3500 mAh battery into a compact 5" body at just $270, a value benchmark that enthusiasts imported worldwide. SpecEagle gives the ZUK Z2 an editorial score of 74/100.
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