The Mara Z phone was announced along with the entry-level Mara X and are two of the latest droids in the market. Both phones are manufactured in Rwanda.
Mara Z summary of specs
- OS: Android 8 Oreo
- Release Date: October 2019
- Network Type: 2G/3G/4G
- Display: 5.7-inch, 720 x 1440 pixels resolution
- Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 435
- Selfie Camera: 13 MP
- Rear camera: 13 MP
- RAM: 3 GB
- ROM: 32 GB
- Battery: 3070 mAh
- Related: Mara X.
Mara Z specification
Mobile Wireless Network and Software
- 2G mobile network bands: GSM, GPRS, EDGE 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 MHz.
- 3G mobile network bands: UMTS, WCDMA, HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100 MHz
- 4G mobile network bands: LTE 1(2100), 3(1800), 5 (850), 7(2600), 8(900) 20(800), 38(2600), 40(2300)
- 5G mobile network bands: No.
- SIM Type:
- Software / OS: Android 8 Oreo (Go Edition)
Design, Form Factor, Appearance
- Dimensions: 164.64 x 76.57 x 8.8 mm
- Weight: 183g
- Display: 5.7 inches (14.48 centimetres), 720 x 1440 pixels, 18:9 aspect ratio, IPS LCD 2.5D glass with Corning® Gorilla® Glass and Oleophobic Coating.
- Colours: Black. Gold. Grey.
- Physical Build: Brushed Aluminium
Internal Hardware Specifications
- Processor Type: 64-bit, 1.4 GHz Octa-core
- Processor Name: Qualcomm MSM8940 Snapdragon 435
- Graphics Processor: Adreno 505
- RAM: 3 GB
- Internal Storage: 32 GB
- External Storage: microSD, up to 256 GB (dedicated slot)
Photography, Video Recording
- Main Camera: 13 MP main sensor, autofocus, LED flash, 1080p@30fps video recording
- Front Camera: 13 MP, fixed focus, Face Recognition, 1080p@30fps video capture
Audio, Video Playback
- Music Support: PCM, AAC / AAC + / eAAC + / MP3 / AMR – NB / WB / APE
- Audio: 3.5 mm audio jack
- Loudspeaker: Mono speaker. Dolby Audio 5.1.
- Video Support: H.264/MP4/MPEG4 player
- FM Radio: Yes.
Phone Sensors
- Digital Compass: Yes.
- Accelerometer: Yes.
- Proximity Sensor: Yes.
- Ambient Light Sensor: Yes.
- Barometer: No.
- Pedometer: No.
- Heart Rate Monitor: No.
- Gyroscope (G-Sensor): Yes.
- Fingerprint Scanner: Yes; rear-mounted.
- Face Unlock: Yes.
- Iris Scanner: No.
- Motion Sensing / Gesture Control: No.
- Voice Control: No.
- Intelligent Digital Assistant: Yes; Google Assistant.
- Infra-red Sensor: No.
Connectivity Options
- Bluetooth Version: 4.2
- Bluetooth Profiles: A2DP
- WiFi: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, hotspot
- GPS: Yes, A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS
- USB: microUSB v2.0. USB-OTG.
- NFC: No.
Miscellaneous Specs and Features
- Battery Type and Capacity: Removable Lithium-Ion 3070 mAh
- Battery Charging: Mara Turbo Charge 18W fast charging (0 to 50% in 30 minutes).
- Wireless Charging: No.
- Reverse Charging: No.
- Model Version/Number:
Launch/Release Dates and Information
- Announced: February 2019
- Release Date: October 2019
Mara Z Prices by Country
- Rwanda: 175,750 Rwandan francs ($190)
- Nigeria: ₦90,000, available on Jumia.
- Egypt: Egyptian Pound
- UAE: AED
- Kenya: Ksh.
- Ghana:
The above prices may change with time from country to country, as market forces and economic policies influence product price movements.
Is Mara Z a 4G phone?
It supports 2G, 3G, and 4G mobile networks.
is Mara Z battery removable?
The 3070mAh battery is removable.
Is Mara Z good for gaming?
The Snapdragon chipset is a mid-range model and supports mostly casual gaming.
Does Mara Z support OTG?
The smartphone supports USB-On-The-Go.
How much is Mara Z?
The selling price in Rwanda is 175,750 Rwandan francs (about $190).
Does Mara Z have Google Play Store?
It supports Google Services and software applications, including Play Store and Maps, Gmail, YouTube, and others.
Will Mara Z work in the USA?
This is a GSM phone and is supported on US GSM carriers like AT&T and T-Mobile and other networks riding on their networks. It does not support CDMA networks. Do make enquiries from your carrier to know what bands/frequencies are supported on their service.
MobilityArena Buyer’s Guide Verdict
Looking at the specs and features of the Mara Z phone, it is difficult to justify its $190 price tag. Quite a number of mid-range droid with 3 GB of RAM and 32 GB internal storage cost much less.
You will be able to pick up a TECNO, Infinix or Xiaomi smartphone in the same class and with more recent software for $150 to $165. There is no other way to say it: the ₦90,000 price tag in Nigeria is ridiculous for thwe specs.
The Mara Z may be one of the latest phones, but it will be a tough sell in a market choked full of competing products that cost much less.
Our Buyer’s Guide Verdict is a recommendation based on the specs of the device and a general guide to help you understand how much value a device offers for its price. It is not an endorsement of the device. Ask questions and use your judgement when buying any device; MobilityArena takes no responsibility for your buying decisions.
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