ZTE Max XL

Affordable. Large, sharp display. HPUE support and dual-band Wi-Fi. Latest Android software.

Unimpressive camera performance. Limited internal storage. Bloatware.

For $130, the ZTE Max XL gets you solid performance, a big, bright 1080p screen, the latest Android software, and better connectivity thanks to the presence of HPUE. Compared with the aging and overpriced competition, the Max XL offers better overall...

Very affordable price ; Excellent battery life ; Android Nougat pre-installed

Stale design ; Stutters occasionally ; Tons of bloatware

The ZTE Max XL proves that you can get a lot of phone for not a lot of money. That said, there are plenty of compromises made to be at this price point but none are deal breakers. Most disappointing is that ZTE hasn’t fixed some of the issues plaguing...

If you’re in need of a phone and live in an area with strong Sprint service, the ZTE Max XL should absolutely be a consideration. For the price you just can’t beat the performance and even the style that this phone provides.

Sub-$100 price tag ; Big and bright 6-inch full-HD screen ; USB-C port and headphone jack

Weak speakers ; Lots of bloatware ; Available only on Sprint, Boost and Virgin Mobile

The ZTE Max XL is a fantastic big-screen phone for budget-conscious buyers on Sprint, Boost and Virgin Mobile.

The ZTE Max XL isn't the world's most attractive nor most powerful smartphone, but it does do a few things really well.