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ZTE Star 2
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ZTE Star 2

Released: 2014, December. Released 2014, DecemberPrice: About 330 EURStatus: Discontinued

Root Support Available

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

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 4.4 (KitKat)
CPUQuad-core 2.3 GHz Krait 400
GPUAdreno 330
NFCNo
SIMMicro-SIM
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
Size5.0 inches, 68.9 cm, 2, (~71.0% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeIPS LCD
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
BrandZTE
ModelZTE Star 2
PriceAbout 330 EUR
RadioFM radio
SpeedHSPA, LTE
Video1080p@30fps
ColorsBlack, White
ModelsG720T
Single5 MP
StatusDiscontinued
Weight130 g (4.59 oz)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8974AB Snapdragon 801 (28 nm)
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100, (Bands 1, 2, 4, 5, 8)
4G bands2, 4, 5, 7, 12, 17
FeaturesDual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama
Internal16GB 2GB RAM
Released2014, December. Released 2014, December
Stand-byUp to 350 h
Announced2014, December. Released 2014, December
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, LE
Card slotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Talk timeUp to 20 h
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions140.3 x 69.2 x 6.9 mm (5.52 x 2.72 x 0.27 in)
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~441 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
LoudspeakerYes
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Infrared portYes

ZTE Star 2 Overview

About ZTE Star 2 ZTE Star 2 is a discontinued device from ZTE's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2014. ZTE Star 2 has a wide variety of great specifications such as 16GB 2GB RAM with Qualcomm MSM8974AB Snapdragon 801 (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 Star 2 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 Star 2?

The ZTE Star 2 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 Star 2 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 Star 2 void warranty?

Yes, rooting the ZTE Star 2 will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does ZTE Star 2 run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your ZTE Star 2.