Design:
| water resistance |
Waterproof |
| weight |
197 g |
| thickness |
8.7 mm |
| width |
77 mm |
| height |
168 mm |
| volume |
112.5432 cm³ |
| Ingress Protection (IP) rating |
IP68 |
| has a rugged build |
✕ |
| can be folded |
✕ |
The ZTE Nubia S 5G has a well-balanced design with a weight of 197 g and a thickness of 8.7 mm, making it comfortable to hold. Its dimensions of 168 mm in height and 77 mm in width contribute to a spacious screen while maintaining a practical size. With an IP68 waterproof rating, the device is resistant to dust and water, though it doesn't feature a rugged build. The phone is not foldable, and its volume is 112.5432 cm³, offering a solid feel without being overly bulky.
Display:
| Display type |
LCD, IPS |
| screen size |
6.7" |
| pixel density |
393 ppi |
| resolution |
1080 x 2400 px |
| has branded damage-resistant glass |
✕ |
| supports HDR10 |
✕ |
| supports HDR10+ |
✕ |
| Always-On Display |
✕ |
| supports Dolby Vision |
✕ |
| Has a secondary screen |
✕ |
| has a touch screen |
✓ |
The ZTE Nubia S 5G features a large 6.7″ LCD, IPS display with a resolution of 1080 x 2400 px, providing sharp and vibrant visuals. With a pixel density of 393 ppi, it ensures clear and detailed images. While it lacks branded damage-resistant glass, HDR support, and a secondary screen, the device still offers a smooth touch experience, enhancing overall usability.
Performance:
| internal storage |
128GB |
| RAM |
4GB |
| Chipset (SoC) name |
Unisoc Tanggula T760 |
| GPU name |
Mali-G57 |
| CPU speed |
4 x 2.2 & 4 x 1.8 GHz |
| Geekbench 5 result (multi) |
2155 |
| Geekbench 5 result (single) |
541 |
| Has integrated LTE |
✓ |
| RAM speed |
2133 MHz |
| semiconductor size |
7 nm |
| Supports 64-bit |
✓ |
| DirectX version |
DirectX 12 |
| Has integrated graphics |
✓ |
| OpenGL ES version |
3.2 |
| Uses big.LITTLE technology |
✓ |
| CPU threads |
8 threads |
| maximum amount of external memory supported |
1024GB |
| Has TrustZone |
✓ |
| OpenCL version |
2 |
| memory channels |
2 |
| Supports ECC memory |
✕ |
| maximum memory amount |
32GB |
| GPU turbo |
650 MHz |
| DDR memory version |
4 |
The ZTE Nubia S 5G is powered by the Unisoc Tanggula T760 chipset, featuring 4GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. With an octa-core CPU running at 2.2 GHz and 1.8 GHz, it ensures smooth multitasking, supported by a Mali-G57 GPU for graphics processing. The device also supports 64-bit processing and has integrated LTE for connectivity. With a maximum expandable memory of 1024GB, this phone provides ample space for apps and media, while its 7nm semiconductor size improves efficiency.
Cameras:
| megapixels (main camera) |
50 & 2 & 2 MP |
| Has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) main camera |
✓ |
| megapixels (front camera) |
16MP |
| has built-in optical image stabilization |
✕ |
| video recording (main camera) |
1080 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 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 S 5G features a 50MP main camera along with two additional 2MP sensors, offering a versatile dual-lens camera setup. The front camera is a 16MP shooter, suitable for clear selfies. It supports 1080p video recording at 30 fps and has features like HDR mode, manual exposure, and phase-detection autofocus for improved photo quality. Additionally, the camera system supports slow-motion video recording and can create panoramas, but lacks optical zoom and advanced stabilization features like optical image stabilization or laser autofocus.
Operating system:
| Android version |
Android 14 |
| 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 S 5G runs on Android 14 and offers a variety of privacy and customization features. It includes clipboard warnings, location privacy options, and controls for camera and microphone access. The device also supports dark mode, theme customization, and dynamic theming for a personalized user experience. Additional features include split-screen multitasking, PiP (Picture-in-Picture), Live Text, and offline voice recognition, but it does not support Wi-Fi password sharing or direct OS vendor updates.
Battery:
| battery power |
5000 mAh |
| has wireless charging |
✕ |
| Supports fast charging |
✓ |
| has a removable battery |
✕ |
| has a battery level indicator |
✓ |
| has a rechargeable battery |
✓ |
The ZTE Nubia S 5G is equipped with a 5000 mAh rechargeable battery that supports fast charging, providing a quick power boost when needed. It also includes a battery level indicator to keep track of your charge, but it does not feature wireless charging or 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 device does not feature a 3.5 mm audio jack, stereo speakers, or any advanced Bluetooth audio codecs like aptX, LDAC, or aptX HD. Additionally, it lacks a built-in radio, focusing on other audio-related functionalities instead.
Connectivity & Features:
| release date |
January 2025 |
| has 5G support |
✓ |
| Wi-Fi version |
Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| SIM cards |
1 SIM, 1 eSIM |
| Bluetooth version |
5 |
| has an external memory slot |
✓ |
| Has USB Type-C |
✓ |
| USB version |
2 |
| 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 |
✕ |
This device offers 5G support for fast connectivity and includes Wi-Fi 4 and Wi-Fi 5 standards. It is equipped with Bluetooth 5, NFC, and a USB Type-C port for versatile connectivity. Additional features include an external memory slot, GPS, compass, accelerometer, gyroscope, and a fingerprint scanner, ensuring a well-rounded experience for various needs.
Miscellaneous:
| has a video light |
✓ |
| Has sapphire glass display |
✕ |
| Has a curved display |
✕ |
| Has an e-paper display |
✕ |
This device comes equipped with a video light for enhanced illumination during video capture, though it does not feature sapphire glass, a curved display, or an e-paper display.