The ZTE Blade L111 is an ultra-budget smartphone from 2016, designed for the most basic mobile phone tasks on its extremely limited hardware. Due to its age, flashing the official stock firmware is often the only way to resolve software corruption, fix a device stuck in a bootloop, or restore it to its original factory condition.
Important Note: This device is powered by a UNISOC SC7731G (Spreadtrum) chipset and runs the very old Android 5.1 Lollipop. The restoration process requires the use of SPD Upgrade Tool.
Quick Device Specs
- Device
- ZTE Blade L111
- Release year
- 2016
- Chipset
- UNISOC SC7731G
- Display
- 4.0″ WVGA (800×480)
- Battery
- 1400 mAh (Removable)
- Memory
- 512MB RAM + 4GB storage
- Camera
- 2MP rear, 0.3MP (VGA) front
- OS
- Android 5.1 (Lollipop)
Required Downloads
| File / Tool | Download Link |
|---|---|
| SPD Upgrade Tool | Download Tool |
| SPD/UNISOC USB Drivers | Download Drivers |
Stock ROM & Firmware
Two different builds are available. If one does not work for your device, please try the other.
| Version | Android | Region | Type | Download | Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| V1.0.0_B02 | 5.1 (Lollipop) | Global | SPD / PAC | Download | ~530 MB |
| V1.0.0 | 5.1 (Lollipop) | Global | SPD / PAC | Download | ~530 MB |
Quick Flashing Guide
- Download and install the SPD USB Drivers and the SPD Upgrade Tool on your computer.
- Extract your chosen firmware ZIP file to get the firmware package with a `.pac` extension.
- Launch the SPD Upgrade Tool, click the first gear icon to “Load Packet,” and select the `.pac` file.
- Power off your phone (remove and re-insert the battery), then press and hold the Volume Down button while connecting it to your PC to start the flashing process.
For a complete, step-by-step tutorial with screenshots, please refer to our definitive guide:
How to Flash Firmware with the SPD Upgrade Tool
FAQs
Q1. Can I install modern apps like WhatsApp or Facebook on this phone?
No. The 512MB of RAM and ancient Android 5.1 OS are far too limited to run any modern social media or gaming apps. This phone is suitable only for basic calling, SMS, and possibly very old, lightweight applications.
Q2. Why does the phone say “Insufficient Storage” right after setup?
The device has only 4GB of internal storage, of which the Android operating system itself uses most of the space. This leaves almost no room for user apps or data. A microSD card is mandatory for even a few photos or songs.
Q3. Can I update this phone to a newer version of Android?
No. Official support for this device ended at Android 5.1. There are no newer official firmwares, and custom ROM development for such low-spec UNISOC devices is virtually non-existent.
Device-Specific Troubleshooting
- “Insufficient Storage” error immediately after setup: This is a major issue with this device. It is essential to immediately insert a microSD card and go to `Settings > Apps` to disable as many pre-installed apps as possible to free up a small amount of system space.
- SPD Tool driver problems on modern Windows: It is often necessary to disable Driver Signature Enforcement in Windows’ advanced startup options for the old drivers for this chipset to install correctly.
- Extremely slow performance: This is the phone’s normal operating state. The hardware is severely limited. For the best possible performance, use only one app at a time and regularly clear the cache.
- Phone won’t turn on after flashing: The removable battery is your primary troubleshooting tool. Take it out, re-seat it firmly, and then plug the phone into a wall charger for at least an hour before attempting to power it on again.
