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ZTE Blade A512
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ZTE Blade A512

Released: 2016, July. Released 2016, JulyPrice: About 120 EURStatus: Discontinued

Root Support Available

Bootloader unlock, Magisk root, recovery notes, and expert support are available for this device family.

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 6.0 (Marshmallow)
CPUQuad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 308
NFCNo
SIMDual SIM
USBmicroUSB 2.0
Size5.2 inches, 74.5 cm, 2, (~63.4% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeIPS LCD
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
BrandZTE
ModelZTE Blade A512
PriceAbout 120 EUR
RadioFM radio
SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
VideoN/A
ColorsWhite, Black, Pink
ModelsBLADE A512
Single5 MP
StatusDiscontinued
Weight130 g (4.59 oz)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8917 Snapdragon 425 (28 nm)
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
3G bandsHSDPA 900 / 2100
4G bands1, 3, 7, 8, 20
FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Internal16GB 2GB RAM
Released2016, July. Released 2016, July
Announced2016, July. Released 2016, July
Bluetooth4.1, A2DP, LE
Card slotmicroSDXC
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions164.3 x 71.6 x 7.6 mm (6.47 x 2.82 x 0.30 in)
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~282 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
LoudspeakerYes
PositioningGPS

ZTE Blade A512 Overview

About ZTE Blade A512 ZTE Blade A512 is a discontinued device from ZTE's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2016. ZTE Blade A512 has a wide variety of great specifications such as 16GB 2GB RAM with Qualcomm MSM8917 Snapdragon 425 (28 nm) , as well as ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. The thing that makes this decent smartphone special is its sleek design and an amazing all-screen design with no notches at all.

Rooting Information

ZTE Blade A512 can generally be rooted with a bootloader unlock and Magisk patched boot image workflow. Always match firmware build numbers before flashing.

Bootloader Information

Most Android rooting methods begin with bootloader unlock. Unlocking may wipe data, affect warranty, and disable some security features.

Recovery Information

Custom recovery support depends on chipset, kernel source availability, and community builds. Fastboot-based Magisk installation can work even when TWRP is unavailable.

FAQ

Can I root the ZTE Blade A512?

The ZTE Blade A512 supports rooting through Magisk. You'll need to unlock the bootloader first, then flash a patched boot image. Check the rooting status card on this page for availability.

Does ZTE Blade A512 support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many ZTE devices support TWRP. Check our device page for recovery compatibility. If TWRP isn't available, you can still use Magisk through fastboot method.

Will rooting ZTE Blade A512 void warranty?

Yes, rooting the ZTE Blade A512 will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does ZTE Blade A512 run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your ZTE Blade A512.