Design:
| water resistance |
Water resistant |
| weight |
187 g |
| thickness |
7.5 mm |
| width |
76 mm |
| height |
170 mm |
| volume |
96.9 cm³ |
| Ingress Protection (IP) rating |
IP54 |
| has a rugged build |
✕ |
| can be folded |
✓ |
The ZTE Nubia Flip 3 features a foldable design, offering users a unique blend of portability and a large display. With a weight of 187 g and thickness of 7.5 mm, it is comfortable to hold while maintaining a compact form factor. The device has a water-resistant build and an IP54 rating, making it suitable for light exposure to moisture. Its dimensions are 170 mm in height and 76 mm in width, with a volume of 96.9 cm³, offering a well-balanced size for everyday use.
Display:
| Display type |
OLED/AMOLED |
| screen size |
6.9" |
| pixel density |
439 ppi |
| resolution |
1188 x 2790 px |
| refresh rate |
120Hz |
| has branded damage-resistant glass |
✕ |
| supports HDR10 |
✕ |
| supports HDR10+ |
✕ |
| Always-On Display |
✕ |
| supports Dolby Vision |
✕ |
| Has a secondary screen |
✓ |
| resolution (secondary screen) |
1188 x 2790px |
| has a touch screen |
✓ |
The ZTE Nubia Flip 3 is equipped with a vibrant 6.9″ OLED/AMOLED display that offers a sharp resolution of 1188 x 2790 px and a pixel density of 439 ppi. The screen supports a 120Hz refresh rate, ensuring smooth interactions, while also featuring a secondary screen with the same resolution. Although it does not include branded damage-resistant glass or support HDR10, HDR10+, or Dolby Vision, it still provides an engaging visual experience with full touchscreen functionality.
Performance:
| internal storage |
256GB |
| RAM |
8GB |
| Chipset (SoC) name |
MediaTek Dimensity 7400X |
| GPU name |
Mali G615 MC2 |
| CPU speed |
4 x 2.6 & 4 x 2 GHz |
| GPU clock speed |
1047 MHz |
| Has integrated LTE |
✓ |
| RAM speed |
6400 MHz |
| semiconductor size |
4 nm |
| Supports 64-bit |
✓ |
| DirectX version |
DirectX 12 |
| Has integrated graphics |
✓ |
| Uses big.LITTLE technology |
✓ |
| CPU threads |
8 threads |
| Uses HMP |
✓ |
| maximum memory bandwidth |
25.6 GB/s |
| maximum memory amount |
16GB |
| number of transistors |
6200 million |
| DDR memory version |
5 |
| supported displays |
2 |
The ZTE Nubia Flip 3 is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7400X chipset and comes with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage. Its CPU features a combination of 4 cores running at 2.6 GHz and 4 cores at 2.0 GHz, delivering strong multitasking performance. The phone also boasts integrated LTE support, DirectX 12 compatibility, and a Mali G615 MC2 GPU for smooth graphical performance. Additionally, it supports up to 16GB of RAM and has a maximum memory bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s.
Cameras:
| megapixels (main camera) |
50 & 12 MP |
| Has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) main camera |
✓ |
| megapixels (front camera) |
32MP |
| has built-in optical image stabilization |
✕ |
| video recording (main camera) |
2160 x 30 fps |
| Has a dual-tone LED flash |
✕ |
| number of flash LEDs |
1 |
| has a BSI sensor |
✕ |
| has a CMOS sensor |
✓ |
| has continuous autofocus when recording movies |
✓ |
| Has phase-detection autofocus for photos |
✓ |
| supports slow-motion video recording |
✓ |
| has a built-in HDR mode |
✓ |
| has manual exposure |
✓ |
| has a flash |
✓ |
| optical zoom |
0x |
| has manual ISO |
✓ |
| has a serial shot mode |
✓ |
| has manual focus |
✓ |
| has a front camera |
✓ |
| Has laser autofocus |
✕ |
| Shoots 360° panorama |
✕ |
| has manual white balance |
✓ |
| shoots raw |
✕ |
| has touch autofocus |
✓ |
| has manual shutter speed |
✕ |
| can create panoramas in-camera |
✓ |
| Has timelapse function |
✓ |
| Has a front-facing LED flash |
✕ |
| has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) front camera |
✕ |
| supports HDR10 recording |
✕ |
| supports Dolby Vision recording |
✕ |
| has a front-facing camera under the display |
✕ |
| Has a RGB LED flash |
✕ |
| has 3D photo/video recording capabilities |
✕ |
The ZTE Nubia Flip 3 features a dual-lens main camera with a 50 MP and 12 MP setup, offering versatile shooting options and phase-detection autofocus for clear photos. For video, it supports recording at 2160 x 30 fps and includes features like continuous autofocus, slow-motion video, and HDR mode for better quality in varied lighting. The front camera is 32 MP, ensuring sharp selfies, and additional camera controls like manual exposure, ISO, and focus provide creative flexibility.
Operating system:
| Android version |
Android 15 |
| has clipboard warnings |
✓ |
| has location privacy options |
✓ |
| has camera/microphone privacy options |
✓ |
| has Mail Privacy Protection |
✕ |
| has theme customization |
✓ |
| can block app tracking |
✓ |
| blocks cross-site tracking |
✕ |
| has on-device machine learning |
✓ |
| has notification permissions |
✓ |
| has media picker |
✓ |
| Can play games while they download |
✓ |
| has dark mode |
✓ |
| has Wi-Fi password sharing |
✕ |
| has battery health check |
✓ |
| has an extra dim mode |
✓ |
| has focus modes |
✕ |
| has dynamic theming |
✓ |
| can offload apps |
✓ |
| Has customizable notifications |
✓ |
| has Live Text |
✓ |
| has full-page screenshots |
✓ |
| supports split screen |
✓ |
| gets direct OS updates |
✕ |
| has PiP |
✓ |
| Can be used as a PC |
✕ |
| Has sharing intents |
✓ |
| has a child lock |
✓ |
| Supports widgets |
✓ |
| Is free and open source |
✓ |
| Has offline voice recognition |
✓ |
| has voice commands |
✓ |
| Tracks the current position of a mobile device |
✓ |
| is a multi-user system |
✓ |
| has Quick Start |
✕ |
The ZTE Nubia Flip 3 runs on Android 15 and offers a range of features for enhanced privacy and customization. It includes options like clipboard warnings, location privacy, and camera/microphone privacy settings. Users can also enjoy theme customization, dark mode, and dynamic theming. Additional features include split-screen support, media picker, battery health check, offline voice recognition, and customizable notifications. The phone also supports Live Text and full-page screenshots, as well as multi-user functionality.
Battery:
| battery power |
4610 mAh |
| has wireless charging |
✕ |
| Supports fast charging |
✓ |
| charging speed |
33W |
| comes with a charger |
✓ |
| has a removable battery |
✕ |
| has a battery level indicator |
✓ |
| has a rechargeable battery |
✓ |
The ZTE Nubia Flip 3 is equipped with a 4610 mAh rechargeable battery that provides reliable power throughout the day. It supports fast charging at a speed of 33W, ensuring quick power-ups, and comes with a charger included. The device also features a battery level indicator for easy monitoring of remaining charge. However, it does not support wireless charging or offer a removable battery.
Audio:
| has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack |
✕ |
| has stereo speakers |
✓ |
| has aptX |
✕ |
| has LDAC |
✕ |
| has aptX HD |
✕ |
| has aptX Adaptive |
✕ |
| has aptX Lossless |
✕ |
| Has a radio |
✕ |
The ZTE Nubia Flip 3 offers stereo speakers for an enhanced audio experience, though it lacks support for a 3.5 mm audio jack. The device does not feature advanced Bluetooth audio technologies such as aptX, LDAC, or aptX HD, and it does not include a radio function.
Connectivity & Features:
| release date |
January 2025 |
| has 5G support |
✓ |
| Wi-Fi version |
Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| SIM cards |
1 SIM, 1 eSIM |
| Bluetooth version |
6 |
| has an external memory slot |
✕ |
| Has USB Type-C |
✓ |
| has NFC |
✓ |
| Has a fingerprint scanner |
✓ |
| has emergency SOS via satellite |
✕ |
| has crash detection |
✕ |
| is DLNA-certified |
✕ |
| has a gyroscope |
✓ |
| supports ANT+ |
✕ |
| Has a heart rate monitor |
✕ |
| has GPS |
✓ |
| has a compass |
✓ |
| supports Wi-Fi |
✓ |
| Has an infrared sensor |
✕ |
| has an accelerometer |
✓ |
| has a cellular module |
✓ |
| Has a barometer |
✕ |
| has an HDMI output |
✕ |
| Uses 3D facial recognition |
✕ |
| Has an iris scanner |
✕ |
| Stylus included |
✕ |
| supports Galileo |
✓ |
| Has motion tracking |
✕ |
| Has optical tracking |
✕ |
| Has a built-in projector |
✕ |
The device offers 5G support for fast connectivity and features a range of Wi-Fi standards including Wi-Fi 4, Wi-Fi 5, and Wi-Fi 6. It supports NFC, has a fingerprint scanner for security, and comes with USB Type-C for fast data transfer. Additionally, the device is equipped with essential sensors like GPS, accelerometer, gyroscope, and compass, but it does not have features like satellite SOS, heart rate monitor, or infrared sensor.
Miscellaneous:
| has a video light |
✓ |
| Has sapphire glass display |
✕ |
| Has a curved display |
✕ |
| Has an e-paper display |
✕ |
This device includes a video light for improved illumination during video recordings, but does not feature a sapphire glass display, a curved display, or an e-paper display.