ZTE Nubia Z50 review: specs and price
ZTE Nubia Z50
Why is ZTE Nubia Z50 better than the average?
- Battery power?
5000 mAhvs4500 mAh - RAM?
16GBvs6GB - Resolution?
1080 x 2400 pxvs2.46 MP - Megapixels (main camera)?
64 MP & 50 MPvs40 MP - CPU speed?
1 x 3.2 GHz & 4 x 2.8 GHz & 3 x 2 GHzvs15.8 GHz - Megapixels (front camera)?
16MPvs8MP - Internal storage?
1000GBvs128GB - Download speed?
10000 MBits/svs600 MBits/s
Price comparison
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User reviews
Overall rating
Features
Build quality
9.3/10
4 votes
Display quality
8.5/10
4 votes
Battery life
8.8/10
4 votes
Photography
7.8/10
4 votes
Performance
9.0/10
4 votes
Design
weight
197 g
We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry. A lower weight is also an advantage for home appliances, as it makes transportation easier, and for many other types of products.
thickness
8.5 mm
The thickness (or depth) of the product.
width
72.9 mm
The width represents the horizontal dimension of the product.
height
162.9 mm
The height represents the vertical dimension of the product.
water resistance
None
The level of water resistance that the device has.
waterproof depth rating
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value.
The waterproof depth rating indicates how well the device is protected against water ingress and water pressure. Devices which can withstand more water pressure are better for swimming or diving.
volume
100.94 cm³
Volume is the quantity of three-dimensional space enclosed by the product's chassis or, in simpler terms, the space the product occupies.
lowest potential operating temperature
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value.
The minimum temperature at which the device can perform to the optimal level.
maximum operating temperature
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value.
The maximum temperature at which the device can perform to the optimal level.
Display
screen size
6.67"
The size of the screen (measured diagonally).
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
The type of technology used in the display.
pixel density
395 ppi
Pixel density is a measurement of a screen's resolution, expressed as the number of pixels per inch (PPI) on the screen. A higher pixel density translates into more clarity and sharpness for the images rendered on the screen, thus improving the quality of the viewing experience.
resolution
1080 x 2400 px
Resolution is an essential indicator of a screen's image quality, representing the maximum amount of pixels that can be shown on the screen. The resolution is given as a compound value, comprised of horizontal and vertical pixels.
refresh rate
144Hz
The frequency at which the display is refreshed (1 Hz = once per second). A higher refresh rate results in smoother UI animations and video playback.
touch sampling rate
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value.
The touch sampling rate is the speed at which a screen can register your touch input and respond by rendering the next frame. Also called the touch refresh rate.
brightness (typical)
1000 nits
A nit is a measurement of the light that a display emits, equal to one candela per square meter. Brighter displays ensure a screen's contents are easy to read, even in sunny conditions.
has branded damage-resistant glass
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Damage-resistant glass (such as Corning Gorilla Glass or Asahi Dragontrail Glass) is thin, lightweight, and can withstand high levels of force.
supports HDR10
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HDR10 is an HDR (high dynamic range) video technology. Compared to standard dynamic range (SDR) video, HDR10 video has greater contrast and color depth, resulting in more realistic images.
Performance
internal storage
1000GB
The internal storage refers to the built-in storage space available in a device for system data, apps, and user-generated data. With a large amount of internal storage, you can save more files and apps on your device.
RAM
16GB
Random-access memory (RAM) is a form of memory used to store working data and machine code. Having more RAM is particularly useful for multitasking, allowing you to run more programs at once or have more tabs open in your browser.
AnTuTu benchmark score
1537515
AnTuTu is one of the most important benchmarks for Android devices. The score reflects the overall performance of a device by summing up results of individual tests that various parameters, such as RAM speed, CPU performance, 2D & 3D graphics performance.
GPU name
Adreno 740
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The name of the integrated GPU.
3DMark Wild Life is a cross-platform benchmark (developed by UL Solutions) that tests the graphical performance of a device (using the Vulkan API on Android/Windows and the Metal API on iOS). Source: UL Solutions.
3DMark Wild Life is a cross-platform benchmark (developed by UL Solutions) that tests the graphical performance of a device (using the Vulkan API on Android/Windows and the Metal API on iOS). The Unlimited version runs off-screen so that factors such as display resolution don’t affect the score. Source: UL Solutions.
3DMark Wild Life is a cross-platform benchmark (developed by UL Solutions) that tests the graphical performance of a device (using the Vulkan API on Android/Windows and the Metal API on iOS). The Extreme version is much more graphically-demanding than the standard Wild Life benchmark. Source: UL Solutions.
Work 3.0 is a benchmark for Android (developed by UL Solutions) that tests the everyday performance of a device (e.g. web browsing and photo editing). Source: UL Solutions.
PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
647 minutes
PCMark Work 3.0 is a benchmark for Android (developed by UL Solutions) that tests the battery life of a device. Source: UL Solutions.
Cameras
megapixels (main camera)
64 MP & 50 MP
The number of megapixels determines the resolution of the images captured with the main camera. A higher megapixel count means that the camera is capable of capturing more details. However, the megapixel count is not the only important element determining the quality of an image.
The number of megapixels determines the resolution of the images captured with the front camera. A higher megapixel count means that the front camera is capable of capturing more details, an essential factor for taking high-resolution selfies.
has built-in optical image stabilization
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Optical image stabilization uses gyroscopic sensors to detect the vibrations of the camera. The lens adjusts the optical path accordingly, ensuring that any type of motion blur is corrected before the sensor captures the image.
video recording (main camera)
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value.
The maximum resolution available for videos shot with the main camera. Although it may be possible to choose among other frame rates, those recordings usually have lower resolutions.
wide aperture (main camera)
f/2.2 & f/1.6
With a wider aperture the sensor can capture more light, helping to avoid blur by enabling a faster shutter speed. It also provides a shallow depth of field, allowing you to blur the background to focus attention on the subject.
Has a dual-tone LED flash
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A dual-tone flash has LED lights with different color temperatures, delivering a better color balance to photos and videos.
has a BSI sensor
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A BSI (backside illuminated) sensor is a camera image sensor which captures better quality images in poor lighting conditions, and offers better overall sharpness and image quality.
has continuous autofocus when recording movies
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When recording movies they stay focussed and sharp.
Has phase-detection autofocus for photos
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Phase-detection autofocus is much faster than a contrast detection autofocus, allowing for sharper images.
Operating system
Android version
Android 13
A newer version of Android generally provides a better user experience. Major Android releases include new features and improvements to performance, as well as important security updates.
has clipboard warnings
✔ZTE Nubia Z50 (Android 13)
This privacy feature alerts you with a small notification when an app copies data from your clipboard.
has location privacy options
✔ZTE Nubia Z50 (Android 13)
This privacy feature allows you to share your approximate location with an app instead of your precise location.
has camera/microphone privacy options
✔ZTE Nubia Z50 (Android 13)
You can enable or disable an app’s access to the camera or microphone on your device. There are also indication icons to show you when an app uses the camera or microphone.
has Mail Privacy Protection
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Mail Privacy Protection is a feature built into the default email app that blocks senders from using “tracking pixels” to see when you’ve read an email. It also hides your IP address from senders.
has theme customization
✔ZTE Nubia Z50 (Android 13)
Theme customization allows you to easily change the appearance of the user interface (UI). For example, by changing the system colors or the app icons.
can block app tracking
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Some apps track your activity even when the app is not in use. This privacy feature allows you to block this tracking, either across all apps or on a per-app basis.
blocks cross-site tracking
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value.
This setting (in the default browser) allows you to block cross-site tracking cookies and data to help protect your privacy.
has on-device machine learning
✖ZTE Nubia Z50 (Android 13)
On-device machine learning is used to recognize people, places, and more in the Photos app. The algorithms run on the device, where this sensitive data is then kept. Competing services upload the photos and perform this on their servers, which requires the sharing of personal data.
Battery
battery power
5000 mAh
Battery power, or battery capacity, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can store. More battery power can be an indication of longer battery life.
has wireless charging
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It supports a wireless charging standard such as Qi. To charge the device, you simply put it down on a compatible charging pad.
Supports fast charging
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Fast charging technologies, like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge or MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the time it takes to charge a device. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just 30 minutes.
Charging speeds are expressed in watts (W), a measure of electrical power. A higher wattage results in a faster charging speed. In order to achieve the advertised charging speed, it is important to use a compatible charger.
has reverse wireless charging
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The device can be used as a wireless charging station to power other gadgets.
comes with a charger
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Some manufacturers sell devices with chargers included, while others do not. An included charger is an extra benefit for users as it allows them to save money by not having to buy one.
has a removable battery
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The battery is removable and can be replaced by the user if broken.
Has an ultra power-saving mode
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The ultra power-saving mode, also called low power mode, is an effective way to extend the battery life of the device. Usually, it involves limiting screen brightness and contrast, disabling location services, restricting connectivity, and turning off nonessential apps.
has a battery level indicator
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An indicator shows you when the device has low battery.
Audio
has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack
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With a standard mini jack socket, you can use the device with most headphones.
has stereo speakers
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Devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better experience.
has aptX
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aptX is a codec used for transmitting audio wirelessly with Bluetooth. It is developed by Qualcomm, and supports 16-bit audio at a bit rate of 384kbps.
has LDAC
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LDAC is a codec developed by Sony for Bluetooth audio. It is capable of a very high bitrate of 990kbps, which provides high resolution audio. It can also automatically adjust to a lower bitrate of 330kbps or 660kbps to increase stability.
has aptX HD
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aptX HD is an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that is developed by Qualcomm. It supports high quality 24-bit audio (at a bit rate of 576kbps).
has aptX Adaptive
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aptx Adaptive is an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that is developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps), which means it can adjust the bit rate for different scenarios, such as listening to HD audio or reducing interference from other devices.
has aptX Lossless
✔ZTE Nubia Z50
aptX Lossless is an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that is developed by Qualcomm. It supports high quality 16-bit/44.1kHz audio (at a maximum bit rate of 1200kbps). This codec provides CD-quality audio without any loss of data.
Has a radio
✔ZTE Nubia Z50
A built-in FM radio tuner allows you to listen to most of the live-broadcasted FM radio stations without using the internet.
number of microphones
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value.
More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background noise.
Features
has 5G support
✔ZTE Nubia Z50
The fifth-generation wireless technology delivers higher speeds and lower latency than the previous, fourth-generation tech.
Wi-Fi version
Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
The Wi-Fi versions supported by the device.
SIM cards
2 SIM
The number and type of SIM cards supported.
Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
Has USB Type-C
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The USB Type-C features reversible plug orientation and cable direction.
USB version
3.1
Newer USB versions are faster and have better power management.
has NFC
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NFC (near-field communication) allows a device to perform simple wireless transactions, such as mobile payments. Note: this feature may not be available in all markets.
download speed
10000 MBits/s (Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2)
This is the maximum download speed supported. In reality, the download speed will usually be lower, as it will be affected by other factors (such as your home/mobile network speeds).
upload speed
3000 MBits/s (Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2)
This is the maximum upload speed supported. In reality, the upload speed will usually be lower, as it will be affected by other factors (for example your home/mobile network speeds).
Miscellaneous
is dustproof and water-resistant
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The device is dustproof and water-resistant. Water-resistant devices can resist the penetration of water, such as powerful water jets, but not being submerged into water.
has a video light
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A video light helps when recording a movie in low-light conditions.
DirectX is used in games, with newer versions supporting better graphics.
Price comparison
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Comments
Espiña
1 year ago
9 / 10
Best phone that I have ever used, money worth it
Espiña
1 year ago
9 / 10
Better than Huawei Nova 11, Huawei P50 Pro, Samsung S20 ultra, Poco F4, Honor 70, VIvo V25 Pro, Iphone 11 & 12. these are the phones that I used before, buying this Nubia Z50 its very good device and its very recommended no bugs or issue.
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Jessica
1 year ago
7 / 10
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Jessica
1 year ago
7 / 10
Great product... good value for the money. Excellent performance and functionality
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Servando
1 year ago
10 / 10
Price Quality
Servando
1 year ago
10 / 10
Very good for games and daily use