At first I like Xiaomi Mi2.
Then later realize JiaYu G4 Premium edition more gooding for me.

Basic is 1GB RAM, 4GB ROM
Advance is 2GB RAM, 32GB ROM
Premium also same with Advance?

mate, my hat off you you.
really appreciate the trouble you took to compose such a well researched reply.
a drink on me if you're ever around the mid valley area.

I'm really keen on the ZP980 now, just a shame that it doesn't come with gorilla glass. and the back cover with a rather prominent "zopo" logo on it

see that ROM 32GB and RAM 2GB enough for you to use 2 years before change to other phone

Please correct ur info. I'm the owner of Zp980, and it is Gorilla Glass. let me shared more details on the ZOPO ZP980/C2 with you.

actually ZP980 & C2 is the same phone with same hardware except the ROM size & OS when its first released and as what you had knew that ZP980 is intended for oversea market while C2 is for China.

1st Batch of ZOPO

ZP980
- ROM size = 16gb
- OS = ANdroid 4.2
- Ram = 1gb
- Gorilla Screen

C2
-Rom Size = 4gb
- OS = Aliyun (can flash to android)
- Ram = 1gb
- Gorilla Screen

2nd Batch

C2 Platinum White
- ROM size = 16gb
- OS = ANdroid 4.2
- Ram = 1gb
- Gorilla Screen

C2 Platinum Black
- ROM size = 16gb
- OS = ANdroid 4.2
- Ram = 1gb
- NO Gorilla Screen

ZP980 (should be released in market ady)
- ROM size = 32gb
- OS = ANdroid 4.2
- Ram = 2gb
- Gorilla Screen

Any comment on Vivo XPlay?
Spec. & build quality looks good but not a cheap China phone.

Mr. Bomberman,

Thank you kindly for the clarification, I think your write up is practically the most complete source of data on the differences of various Zopo models.

As an owner of the ZP980, have you any complaints? Any noticeable shortcomings?

Vivo XPlay review done by Bujal.x

my earlier review

Since got ppl comment that why got no ppl giving review on those china phone. I will try my best to give the most simple review:

My Device: Zopo ZP980 aka C2 16gb

Spec:
Proc: MTK6589 1.2ghz (too bad.. The earlier batch is not MTK6589T)

Ram: 1gb (i had no lag or memory insufficient problem after 1 mth used, i'm a low to medium gamer)

ROM: 2.46gb (had fixed from 1gb + to 2gb+) for apps

Memory: 11.21gb for data files

Screen: 5" Full OGS HD screen (the screen is damn sharp and pretty!)

Battery: 2000mah x 2 (so far i used only 1 battery, as i worry the back cover will spoilt / loose if i keep opening & close, with 2 sim active, data connected, some gaming, wechat/whatsapp, calls, the battery able to let me to operate from 600am until night 9/10pm with balance 12% - 15%. Of cos its cannot compare with Jiayu, but to me, i think its ok for daily usage. for those who dont want to charge every day, may consider models with higher capacity like Jiayu.

Phone ability: No drop calls even data connection 3G is on 24hrs. phone calls are clear and loud.

Wifi: I got no issue, to me, the connection is strong & stable.

GPS: quickly fix the location. Pretty stable as well.

Camera ability: Fantastic! i very happy v the camera performance! rear 13mp/ front 8mp.

Stability: I'm on custom ROM now, i can said that this phone is very good except some ghost touch on the touch screen, the auto brightness is a mess where I can 'certified' it as malfunction up to now unless the official ZOPO released a more stable driver for this. But to me, I seldom used the auto brightness since i used smart phone, as it always not suit me for the indoor brigthness.

Price vs Performance: I will said it worth for $ as I personally like 5" HD screen & dual sim phone yet stylish designed. but compare with other models like Jiayou & NEO, i will said ZOPO is slightly overpriced.

Possible defect: there are forum that mentioned ZOPO C2/ZP980 do not have a metal frame that protect the touchscreen and when it is easily bent and those force will cause the screen to crack. Advise is never put on your back pocket.

ANTUTU: 11774 (with sim off, wifi off, screen brightness lowest, no other backgrounds apps running)
10855 (all aboved mentioned tweaks not applied)


Satisfy level: 8.9/10 cool2.gif

Fantastic review. Good info from firsthand user, I'm sure all the forumers appreciate this.

Is it difficult to flash / update firmware? I have heard that people have soft-bricked the C2 while trying to remove the Aliyun OS.

Does Zopo have their own interface software?

I've got experience with Rockchip based devices, but what do you use to flash Mediatek phones?

Perhaps you should re-read my post again. I'll highlight relevant parts.


Kindly note that I specifically mentioned that the product's description does not include mentions of Gorilla glass and in absence of such, it would be wise of any aspiring owner to assume otherwise. Rather than foolishly assume Gorilla glass is present, we would not wish our presumption to later be proofed incorrect with a cracked display.

Gorilla Glass is an odd subject. Without risking your phone to physical abuse/damage, there's no real way to determine if your phone has Gorilla Glass. Corning the manufacturer doesn't make it easy either (link) .. "Due to customer agreements, we cannot identify all devices that feature Gorilla Glass. Your favorite device may include Gorilla Glass, even if you don’t see it listed. Ask your manufacturer or retailer to learn more."


As you yourself have mentioned, NOT ALL Zopo phones comes with Gorilla glass. This is strange business strategy from Zopo. Make some with Gorilla and then some others bearing the same exact brand/model without Gorilla glass.

With the above in mind, let's suppose you're a small phone manufacturer (implies Zopo). If your product (implies ZP980/C2) has Gorilla Glass, would it not be financially beneficial to advertise that feature in bold emblazon wordings?

As consumers or soon-to-be owners like LA-DC5, it would be most prudent to confirm with the seller first before handing over their hard earned savings.

Further to what I posted above, I have good news for those seeking to purchase C2/ZP980 phones.
I have asked the seller and he has confirmed .. "Yes , all new stock with Corning gorilla glass"

Did you ask him what is the price selling?

Same seller which I quoted earlier. RM950/RM1099 for C2/ZP980. Not sure if that's cheap or expensive. I only did a simple check from lelong.

This post has been edited by BartS: Jul 24 2013, 03:33 PM

the tradelist got or not?

Better if I just share the link

nay...

For those who may be interested in Jiayu G4's battery performance.



This post has been edited by BartS: Jul 24 2013, 03:44 PM

wow 4 days with maximum usage?

This is the Jiayu G4 with the 3000Mah?

Is there something wrong with this vendor?