ZTE Axon 7 (128GB) vs Motorola Bravo (MB520)

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Side by side comparison between ZTE Axon 7 vs Motorola Bravo phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

1/18/2017 9:52 AM, updated: 6/19/2025 10:28 AM

Compare Motorola Bravo X ZTE Axon 7 (128GB) 31Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

5.5"
AMOLED

1440x2560

20
MP

8mp

6GB
RAM

Quad-core

3250
mAh

(Non removable)

04Points Motorola Bravo (MB520) Compare ZTE Axon 7 X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

3.7"
TFT

480x854

3.1
MP

512MB
RAM

Single-core

1540
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? ZTE Axon 7 (128GB)

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31 Advantages ZTE Axon 7 (128GB)	vs	4 Advantages Motorola Bravo (MB520)
+2.15GHz 64bit Quad-core4 times More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster	vs	800MHz 32bit Single-core (45nm)
+6GB LPDDR411 times More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.	vs	512MB
+128GB (114GB available)85 times More internal storage for applications and files	vs	2GB (1.32GB available)
+Until 256GB microSD, microSDXC7 times More external storage for files using memory cards	vs	Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC
+7.9 millimeters (0.31 inches)68% Thinner	vs	13.3 millimeters (0.52 inches)
+AMOLEDAdvantage AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid	vs	TFT LCD
+1440x2560 pixels8 times Higher resolution screen	vs	480x854 pixels
+534 PPI102% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)	vs	265 PPI
+5.5"49% Larger screen	vs	3.7"
+(back) 20MP5 times Higher resolution main camera	vs	(back) 3.1MP
+Dual-LED flashAdvantage The Dual-LED flash helps in dark places or in low light	vs	Not supported
+OIS: Optical stabilizationAdvantage Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video	vs	EIS: Digital stabilization
+HDR photo on both camerasAdvantage The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas	vs	Not supported
+(front) 8MPAdvantage A front-camera is best for taking selfies	vs	Not supported
+4K UHD (3840x2160)81 times More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera	vs	CIF (352x288)
+Android 6.0.1 MarshmallowAdvantage Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow is newer and safer	vs	Android 2.2 Froyo
+4G LTE-AAdvantage The 4G LTE-A network is newer and faster	vs	3G HSUPA
+(4G LTE-A) 300 Mbps41 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files	vs	(3G HSUPA) 7.2 Mbps
+Fingerprint sensorAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+GyroscopeAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+3250 mAh111% Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use	vs	1540 mAh
+Video callingAdvantage The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video	vs	Not supported
+2 slots (Dual-SIM) (hybrid slot/shares the same microSD slot)Advantage You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.	vs	1 slot (Single-SIM) (dedicated slot)
+Active noise cancellationAdvantage More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos	vs	Not supported
+802.11 b/g/n/ac [wifi5]Advantage WiFi 802.11 b/g/n/ac [wifi5] is newer and faster	vs	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4]
+4.2 + A2DPAdvantage Bluetooth 4.2 + A2DP is newer and faster	vs	2.1 + A2DP
+NFCAdvantage NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely	vs	Not supported
+USB 3.1 Type-C reversible connectorAdvantage Newer and faster USB version for transferring photos, mp3 or data.	vs	MicroUSB 2.0
+Type-CAdvantage Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.	vs	MicroUSB 2.0
+HTML, XHTML, HTML5Advantage Better sites viewing on the internet	vs	HTML, XHTML, Flash player
+Gorilla Glass 4Advantage Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys	vs	Not supported
175 grams (6.13 ounces)	vs	+122 grams (4.27 ounces)43% Lighter
Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)	vs	+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage Removable battery can be replaced easily
Not supported	vs	+FM (RDS)Advantage The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general
Not supported	vs	+DLNAAdvantage With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.

13 Common items in both devices

16 million

Only digital zoom

PDAF: phase detection autofocus / Autofocus

Capacitive

Multitouch

Accelerometer

Ambient light sensor

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Highlight differences

📱 Model features
	ZTE Axon 7 (128GB)	Motorola Bravo (MB520)
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Model	Axon 7 (128GB)	Bravo (MB520)
Other model names	ZTE Axon 7 Premium Dual-Sim A2017, A7G343	AT&T Motorola Bravo MB520, Motorola Kobe
Country or region available	China, USA, Hong Kong, Taiwan	USA
Brand	ZTE	Motorola
Release date	5/1/2016	11/14/2010
Depth	7.9 millimeters (0.31 inches)	13.3 millimeters (0.52 inches)
Size (width x height)	75 x 151.7 millimeters (2.95 x 5.97 in)	63 x 109.5 millimeters (2.48 x 4.31 in)
Weight	175 grams (6.13 ounces)	122 grams (4.27 ounces)
Build, materials	feature not registered	feature not registered
Protection against water and others	Not supported	Not supported
📲 Display
	ZTE Axon 7 (128GB)	Motorola Bravo (MB520)
Display type	AMOLED	TFT LCD
Screen size	5.5" inches	3.7" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~73.3% (screen-to-body ratio)	~54.7% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	1440x2560 pixels	480x854 pixels
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch	Capacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)	534 PPI	265 PPI
Colors	16 million	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Gorilla Glass 4	Not supported
Refresh rate	feature not registered	60Hz
Display features	feature not registered	Not supported
🤖 Operating System
	ZTE Axon 7 (128GB)	Motorola Bravo (MB520)
System version	Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow	Android 2.1 Eclair
Firmware update	feature not registered	Android 2.2 Froyo
User Interface	feature not registered	MOTOBLUR UI
⚙️ Processor
	ZTE Axon 7 (128GB)	Motorola Bravo (MB520)
Chipset	64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 MSM8996 (14nm)	32bit: Texas Instruments OMAP 3610 (45nm)
CPU	Quad-core, 2 processors: 2x 2.15GHz Kryo (Dual-core) 2x 1.6GHz Kryo (Dual-core)	Single-core, 1 processor: 1x 800MHz ARM Cortex-A8 (Single-core)
GPU graphical controller	Qualcomm Adreno 530	PowerVR SGX530 MP1
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	ZTE Axon 7 (128GB)	Motorola Bravo (MB520)
RAM memory	6GB LPDDR4	512MB
Internal storage	128GB (114GB available)	2GB (1.32GB available)
External storage	Until 256GB microSD, microSDXC (hybrid slot/shares the same SIM-2 slot)	Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC (dedicated slot)
📶 Mobile networks
	ZTE Axon 7 (128GB)	Motorola Bravo (MB520)
Dual-SIM	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card (hybrid slot/shares the same microSD slot)	Not supported
SIM card	2 slots (Dual-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF)	1 slot (Single-SIM) Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	300/50 Mbps	7.2/2 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G, 4G	2G, 3G
Frequency, bands	Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz band	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G network	CDMA 800/1900, GSM 850/900/1800/1900	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	CDMA2000 1xEV-DO UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100	UMTS 850/1900
Primary 4G network	LTE Cat6	Not supported
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A	CSD, HSCSD, GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA
Secondary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	Not supported
Secondary 3G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary 4G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary data network	GPRS, EDGE	Not supported
📷 Camera
	ZTE Axon 7 (128GB)	Motorola Bravo (MB520)
Back camera (main camera)	20 megapixels	3.1 megapixels
Main camera resolution	5952x3348 pixels	2048x1536 pixels
Video recording (primary)	4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps	CIF (352x288) 30 fps
Flash	Dual-LED flash	Not supported
Focal aperture	f/1.8 (aperture)	feature not registered
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Pixel size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Autofocus	PDAF: phase detection autofocus	Autofocus
Touch focus	Supported	Not supported
Image stabilization	OIS: Optical stabilization	EIS: Digital stabilization
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection	Not supported
BSI sensor	Not supported	Not supported
HDR	HDR photo on both cameras	Not supported
Camera extras	feature not registered	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	ZTE Axon 7 (128GB)	Motorola Bravo (MB520)
Front camera (secondary)	8 megapixels	Not supported
Front camera resolution	3264x2448 pixels	Not supported
Video recording (secondary)	Full HD (1920x1080)	Not supported
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	f/2.2 (aperture)	feature not registered
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Pixel size	feature not registered	feature not registered
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	ZTE Axon 7 (128GB)	Motorola Bravo (MB520)
Loudspeaker	Supported	Mono sound (not stereo)
Active noise cancellation	2 microphones or more	1 microphone
Radio	Not supported	FM (RDS)
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.264, H.263	MP4, H.264, H.263, WMV
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, eAAC+, FLAC	MP3, WMA, WAV, AAC+
🔌 Connectivity
	ZTE Axon 7 (128GB)	Motorola Bravo (MB520)
USB	USB 3.1 Type-C reversible connector	MicroUSB 2.0
Audio output	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack
TV output	Not supported	Not supported
Bluetooth	4.2 + A2DP	2.1 + A2DP
WiFi	802.11 b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)
DLNA	Not supported	Supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, BeiDou	A-GPS, GeoTagging
NFC	Supported	Not supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	ZTE Axon 7 (128GB)	Motorola Bravo (MB520)
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Fingerprint sensor Gyroscope Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	ZTE Axon 7 (128GB)	Motorola Bravo (MB520)
Battery type	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
Battery capacity	3250 mAh	1540 mAh
Charger, watts	Wired charging	Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	feature not registered	Not supported
Talk time autonomy	16 hours	6.9 hours
Standby	360 hours (15 days)	240 hours (10 days)
➕ Other features
	ZTE Axon 7 (128GB)	Motorola Bravo (MB520)
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
Messaging	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Supported	Not supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic and customized
Web browser	HTML, XHTML, HTML5	HTML, XHTML, Flash player
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Gold • Aluminum body • MiFavor UI 4.0 • 2.5D glass screen • Quick Charge 3.0 • Fast battery charging: 83% in 30min • Slow motion 720p@240fps • Dolby Atmos audio • Miracast	• Colors: Black • 2GB microSD included CrystalTalk Plus Java framework
☢️ Radiation rate
	ZTE Axon 7 (128GB)	Motorola Bravo (MB520)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	feature not registered	1.59W/kg (head), 0.53W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	feature not registered	feature not registered