| Hardware and OS | ZTE Z986 | |
| Operating system | Android v7.1.1 (Nougat) | |
| Processor | Octa core | |
| RAM | 2 GB | |
| Internal Storage | 16 GB | |
| Expandable memory | Yes Up to 256 GB | |
| Display | ZTE Z986 | other phones |
| Type | IPS LCD | |
| Size | 6.0 inches | |
| Resolution | Full HD | |
| Pixel Density | 367 ppi | |
| Touchscreen | Yes Capacitive Touchscreen, Multi-touch | |
| Connectivity | ZTE Z986 | other phones |
| Network support | 4G , 3G, 2G | |
| WI-FI | Yes Wi-Fi 802.11, b/g/n | |
| Gps | Yes with A-GPS, Glonass | |
| Bluetooth | Yes v4.2 | |
| NFC | No | |
| Dual SIM | Dual SIM, GSM GSM | |
| SIM size | SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano (Hybrid) | |
| USB connectivity | microUSB 2.0 | |
| Camera | ZTE Z986 | other phones |
| Image | 4128 x 3096 Pixels | |
| Camera features | Digital Zoom, Face detection, Touch to focus | |
| Flash | No | |
| Autofocus | Yes Phase Detection autofocus | |
| Video recording | 1920x1080 fps | |
| Multimedia | ZTE Z986 | other phones |
| Audio jack | 3.5 mm | |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | |
| Battery | ZTE Z986 | other phones |
| Type | Li-ion | |
| User replaceable | No | |
| Other | ZTE Z986 | other phones |
| Fingerprint sensor | Yes | |
| Fingerprint sensor position | Back | |
| Other sensors | Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope | |
