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ZTE Libero 5G III (4GB + 64GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£80RAM capacity:4 GBInternal storage:64 GBScreen size:6.67 inchesMain camera megapixels:13 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP

ZTE Libero 5G III (4GB + 64GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

5.9/10

Overall score

Score
5.9/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
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90%

5.9

Technical score

10%

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User score

â–¼Worse than 82% of smartphones
7.1

Value for money

Value for money
7.1/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
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70%

5.9

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–¼Worse than 71%
5.9

Technical score

Technical score
5.9/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
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25%

5.3

Performance & Hardware

18%

5.0

Camera

15%

6.7

Display

15%

5.6

Battery

10%

7.1

Software

10%

7.6

Connectivity

4%

4.1

Audio

3%

5.8

Design

â–¼Worse than 77%
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User score

User score
8.0/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
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Technical Specifications of smartphone ZTE Libero 5G III (4GB + 64GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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25%

5.3

Performance & Hardware

18%

5.0

Camera

15%

6.7

Display

15%

5.6

Battery

10%

7.1

Software

10%

7.6

Connectivity

4%

4.1

Audio

3%

5.8

Design

5.9
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
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Popularity:
ZTE Libero 5G III (4GB + 64GB) has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 63.9% of smartphones.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.1/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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70%

5.9

Overall score

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Price

7.1
Brand name
ZTE
Processor model
MediaTek Dimensity 700
This smartphone uses the MediaTek Dimensity 700 processor model which is slower than processors in 58.3% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.8% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
4 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 4 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 82.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 14% of smartphones.
Internal storage
64 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 64 GB which is smaller than the storage of 89.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 7.9% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.2 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.2 GHz which is lower than the boost speed of 68.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 14.2% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 12
Android version
Android 12
This smartphone runs Android version Android 12 which is older than that found in 67.1% of smartphones and equal to that in 13.2% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
13 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 13 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP which is lower than that of 88.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.4 & f/2.4 which is wider than that of 49.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.5% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
16.3 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 16.3 mm² which is smaller than the main camera sensor area of 93.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.8% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1.12 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1.12 µm which is larger than in 78.2% of smartphones and equal to the size in 5.6% of smartphones.
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Number of SIM slots
2
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.67 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches which is larger than the screens of 38.3% of smartphones and equal to those of 13.4% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 2400 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1080x2400 px which is higher than that of 36.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 20.4% of smartphones.
Pixel density
395 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi which is higher than that of 41.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 8.9% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 60 Hz which is lower than in 84.3% of smartphones and equal to that in 15.7% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
4,210 mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 4,210 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 88.2% of smartphones.
Charging speed
?
Fast charging
no
This smartphone does not support fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
?
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
168 mm
This smartphone has a height of 168 mm which is taller than 82.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Width
78 mm
This smartphone has a width of 78 mm which is wider than 84.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.9% of smartphones.
Thickness
9.1 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 9.1 mm which is thicker than 81.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.6% of smartphones.
Weight
207 g
This smartphone weighs 207 g which is heavier than 68.5% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 1.1% of smartphones.
Device volume
117,936 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 117,936 cm³ which is larger than 87.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
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ZTE Libero 5G III (4GB + 64GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 66.7% lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (10 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    10 W vs 6 W
  • 0.32 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1.1 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    1.12 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • 3.25x cheaper
    ZTE Libero 5G III (4GB + 64GB) is cheaper than the average smartphone (£80 vs £260).
    £80 vs £260
  • 2x more L1
    This smartphone has more L1 cache than the average smartphone (64 KB vs 32 KB). The average L1 cache is 32 KB.
    64 KB vs 32 KB
  • 3.25x cheaper
    ZTE Libero 5G III (4GB + 64GB) is cheaper than the average smartphone (£80 vs £260).
    £80 vs £260
  • 66.7% lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (10 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    10 W vs 6 W
  • 2x more L1
    This smartphone has more L1 cache than the average smartphone (64 KB vs 32 KB). The average L1 cache is 32 KB.
    64 KB vs 32 KB
  • 0.32 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1.1 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    1.12 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 75% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (64 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    64 GB vs 256 GB
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 700 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 700 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 49.1% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (16.3 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    16.3 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Worse main camera video quality
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 11.80x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1080x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 4 GB less RAM
    This smartphone has less RAM than the average smartphone (4 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    4 GB vs 8 GB
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (13 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    13 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 15.8% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4,210 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5,000 mAh.
    4,210 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 5.44x less popular
    ZTE Libero 5G III (4GB + 64GB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 3% worse value for money
    ZTE Libero 5G III (4GB + 64GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (7.12 vs 7.3).
    7.12 vs 7.34
  • 75% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (64 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    64 GB vs 256 GB
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 700 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 700 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 4 GB less RAM
    This smartphone has less RAM than the average smartphone (4 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    4 GB vs 8 GB
  • 61.4% lower 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in the 3DMark Wild Life benchmark than the average smartphone (1,201 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115 in this benchmark.
    1,201 vs 3,115
  • 50% less L3 cache
    This smartphone has a smaller L3 cache than the average smartphone (2048 KB vs 4,096 KB). The average smartphone has an L3 cache of 4,096 KB.
    2,048 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 72.9% lower 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (332 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    332 vs 1,226
  • 16.7% larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (7 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    7 nm vs 6 nm
  • 87.5% fewer shader units
    This smartphone includes fewer shader units than the average smartphone (32 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    32 vs 256
  • 8.3% lower CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a lower CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 22.4% slower memory speed
    This smartphone has a lower memory speed than the average smartphone (2,133 MHz vs 2,750 MHz). The average smartphone has a memory speed of 2,750 MHz.
    2,133 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 14.3% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 14 GB
  • 8.1% lower PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in PCMark Work 3.0 than the average smartphone (9,908 vs 10,783). The average smartphone scores 10,783 in PCMark Work 3.0.
    9,908 vs 10,783
  • 33.3% lower memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has lower memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (17.1 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average smartphone has a bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s.
    17.07 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 2.3% less L2 cache
    This smartphone has a smaller L2 cache than the average smartphone (1,000 KB vs 1,024 KB). The average smartphone has an L2 cache of 1,024 KB.
    1,000 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • Lacks focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • No battery health monitoring
    This smartphone lacks battery health monitoring, the average smartphone includes it. 66.3% of smartphones provide battery health stats.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 12 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 12 vs Android 14
  • Does not allow app offloading
    This smartphone does not support app offloading, the average smartphone does. 51.9% of smartphones support app offloading to save space.
  • Lacks instant markup
    This smartphone does not support instant markup, the average smartphone does. 52.2% of smartphones include instant markup tools.
  • 49.1% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (16.3 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    16.3 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Worse main camera video quality
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 11.80x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1080x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (13 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    13 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (8 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    8 MP vs 16 MP
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & f/2.4 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.8 & f/2.4 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • No slow-motion recording
    This smartphone does not support slow-motion recording, the average smartphone does. 90.3% of smartphones offer slow-mo features.
  • No timelapse video
    This smartphone does not support timelapse video, the average smartphone does. 92.3% of smartphones include timelapse modes.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This smartphone uses an older Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.1 vs 5.2). The average smartphone uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.1 vs 5.2
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 15.8% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4,210 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5,000 mAh.
    4,210 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • No fast charging support
    This smartphone does not support fast charging, the average smartphone does. 93.1% of smartphones feature fast charging.
  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • No aptX HD
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • Lower IP rating
    This smartphone has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP57 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP57 vs IP67
  • 0.8 mm thicker
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (9.1 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    9.1 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 2 mm wider
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (78 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    78 mm vs 76 mm
  • 4.4 mm taller
    This smartphone is taller than the average smartphone (168 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone has a height of 163.6 mm.
    168 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 2 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2022 vs 2024). 2.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    December 2022
    2022 vs 2024
  • 5.5% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (207 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    207 g vs 196.2 g
  • 20.6% larger volume
    This smartphone has a larger volume than the average smartphone (117,936 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97,800 cm³.
    117,936 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³

Third-party reviews

What customers like about ZTE Libero 5G III (4GB + 64GB)

  • High-quality 6.67-inch OLED/AMOLED display with a crisp 1080 x 2400 resolution
  • Reliable water and dust resistance with an IP57 rating for durability
  • Equipped with modern features like an in-display fingerprint sensor and NFC for mobile payments
  • Strong 5G connectivity support for faster download speeds compared to previous models
  • Excellent value for money, often cited as a highly affordable entry-level smartphone
  • Features dual stereo speakers for a better audio experience than many budget competitors
  • Supports expandable storage via an external memory slot

What customers don't like about ZTE Libero 5G III (4GB + 64GB)

  • Base internal storage is limited to 64GB, which may fill up quickly without an SD card
  • Modest 4GB of RAM can lead to performance slowdowns during heavy multitasking or gaming
  • The 13MP main camera is basic and lacks advanced features like Optical Image Stabilization (OIS)
  • Limited global compatibility, as it is primarily designed for Japanese network bands (Y! Mobile/SoftBank)
  • Missing a standard 3.5mm headphone jack
  • Lacks support for high-speed fast charging found in higher-end or more modern devices
  • Video recording quality is capped at 1080p, missing out on 4K capabilities

Verdict

The ZTE Libero 5G III is a budget-friendly 5G smartphone featuring a 6.67-inch AMOLED display with a 2400 x 1080 pixel resolution and a 4,120mAh battery. It is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 700 octa-core processor and comes with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage, which is expandable via a microSD card. Its main pros include 5G connectivity for faster speeds and a vibrant AMOLED screen, making it a competitive option for its price. However, some cons include a modest triple rear camera system with a primary 13MP lens and a slightly underpowered chipset for more demanding tasks.

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