Zynverse glossary
Specs, explained in plain words
Every term on our spec pages links here. Short answer first, then the detail and real examples.
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0–100 km/hThe time to accelerate from standstill to 100 km/h (about 62 mph), as measured by the maker.
3.5 mm headphone jackThe classic wired headphone socket. Most flagships dropped it; use USB-C or Bluetooth headphones instead.
5GThe fifth generation of mobile networks: faster data and lower delay where your carrier has coverage.
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ABS (anti-lock brakes)Stops the wheels locking under hard braking, so you keep steering control. Dual-channel works on both wheels.
AC charging (kW)Charging from a home wallbox or public AC post. Limited by the car's onboard charger.
Active noise cancelling (ANC)Microphones listen to outside noise and play an opposite sound wave to cancel it, mainly low hums like engines.
Announced vs releasedAnnounced = the day the maker revealed the phone. Released = the day it went on sale (often a few weeks later).
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Battery life (maker claim)Hours of use the maker states under its own test conditions. Real life depends on settings and use.
BluetoothShort-range wireless for headphones, watches and accessories. Newer versions improve range, power use and audio features.
Bluetooth audio codecsHow audio is compressed over Bluetooth (SBC, AAC, aptX, LDAC, LC3). Both phone and earbuds must support the same codec.
Boost clock (GHz)The highest speed a CPU or GPU runs for short bursts when cooling and power allow.
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Chipset (SoC)The phone's main chip: CPU, graphics, AI engine, modem and more in one package. It decides speed and efficiency.
CPUThe central processor: runs apps and the system. Phones use several cores of different sizes.
CPU cores and threadsCores are separate processing units; threads are tasks a core can run at once. More helps multitasking and heavy work.
CPU socketThe physical connector on the motherboard. A CPU only fits motherboards with the same socket (e.g. AM5, LGA 1851).
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Engine size (cc)Engine displacement in cubic centimetres. Bigger usually means more power, but design and tuning matter more.
eSIMA digital SIM built into the phone. You add a plan by scanning a QR code instead of inserting a card.
Euro NCAPIndependent European crash-test programme rating new cars from 0 to 5 stars.
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Gorilla Glass / ArmorCorning's toughened cover glass. Newer versions resist drops and scratches better; no glass is unbreakable.
GPS / GNSSSatellite positioning. Phones use several systems (GPS, Galileo, GLONASS, BeiDou) for faster, more accurate location.
GPUThe graphics processor: draws the interface and games.
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Kerb weightVehicle weight with all fluids and (for most makers) a full or 90 % fuel tank, without rider or cargo.
kW and hp (power)Engine or motor power. 1 kW ≈ 1.34 hp. More power means more performance at speed, but weight and gearing matter too.
kWh (battery capacity)Kilowatt-hours: the energy an EV or e-bike battery stores. Usable capacity is what the car can actually use.
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L3 cacheFast memory on the processor that keeps frequently used data close. Large caches (e.g. X3D chips) help games a lot.
Laptop battery (Wh)Laptop batteries are rated in watt-hours. Most laptops are 40–100 Wh; airlines allow up to 100 Wh without approval.
Launch coloursThe colour options the maker announced at launch. Some colours are limited to certain stores or markets.
Launch price (MSRP)The maker's official starting price when the phone was announced, per market. Shop prices change later.
LCDA screen with a backlight behind liquid crystals. Usually cheaper than OLED; blacks look greyer.
LTPO displayA screen technology that lets the refresh rate drop very low (down to 1–10 Hz) when nothing moves, saving battery.
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OIS (optical image stabilisation)A moving lens or sensor that cancels hand shake — sharper night photos and steadier video.
OLED / AMOLEDA screen type where every pixel makes its own light — deep blacks, high contrast and an option for always-on display.
Optical zoomZoom done by a real telephoto lens, without losing detail. Digital zoom only crops and enlarges.
OS upgrades and security updatesHow long the maker promises new Android/iOS versions and security fixes. Longer support = safer, longer-lasting phone.
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RAMWorking memory for open apps. More RAM keeps more apps ready in the background.
Refresh rate (Hz)How many times per second the screen redraws the picture. Higher (90–144 Hz) makes scrolling and motion look smoother.
Reverse wireless chargingLets the phone charge earbuds or a watch placed on its back.
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Seat heightHeight of the seat from the ground in mm. Lower seats make it easier for shorter riders to put their feet down.
SensorsSmall chips that detect motion, light, distance and direction — used for rotation, brightness, steps and more.
Stereo speakersTwo speakers (usually top and bottom) for left/right sound in videos and games.
StorageSpace for your apps, photos and files (GB / TB). It cannot be upgraded unless the phone has a memory card slot.
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TDP / TGP (W)The power a CPU or graphics card is designed to use under load, in watts. It decides the cooler and power supply you need.
Titanium / aluminium frameThe phone's metal side frame. Titanium is strong and light; aluminium is light and cheaper.
Torque (Nm)The twisting force an engine or motor delivers, in newton-metres. More torque = stronger pull from low speed.
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Wh (watt-hour)A measure of the energy a battery stores. Used for laptops, power banks and airline limits.
Wi-Fi 6 / 6E / 7Wi-Fi generations. Newer ones are faster and handle busy networks better — if your router supports them too.
Wired charging (W)Maximum charging power by cable, in watts. Needs a charger and cable that support the same speed and standard.
Wireless chargingCharging by placing the phone on a pad (Qi / Qi2). Slower and warmer than cable charging, but convenient.
WLTPThe Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicles Test Procedure — the lab test for official fuel use, CO₂ and EV range in Europe and many other markets.
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