Design:
| water resistance |
Waterproof |
| weight |
228 g |
| thickness |
8.6 mm |
| width |
77.1 mm |
| height |
164.3 mm |
| volume |
108.940758 cm³ |
| Ingress Protection (IP) rating |
IP68 |
| has a rugged build |
✕ |
| can be folded |
✕ |
The ZTE Nubia Z70S Ultra features a sleek design with a waterproof build, offering an IP68 Ingress Protection rating for resistance against dust and water. With a weight of 228 g and dimensions of 164.3 mm in height, 77.1 mm in width, and 8.6 mm in thickness, it provides a substantial feel in hand. The volume measures 108.94 cm³, making it a compact yet robust device. The phone does not include a rugged build or folding functionality, focusing instead on delivering a solid, non-foldable form factor.
Display:
| Display type |
OLED/AMOLED |
| screen size |
6.85" |
| pixel density |
431 ppi |
| resolution |
1216 x 2688 px |
| refresh rate |
144Hz |
| touch sampling rate |
960Hz |
| brightness (typical) |
2000 nits |
| has branded damage-resistant glass |
✓ |
| Gorilla Glass version |
Gorilla Glass 7i |
| supports HDR10 |
✓ |
| supports HDR10+ |
✕ |
| Always-On Display |
✓ |
| supports Dolby Vision |
✕ |
| Has a secondary screen |
✕ |
| has a touch screen |
✓ |
The ZTE Nubia Z70S Ultra is equipped with a vibrant 6.85″ OLED/AMOLED display, offering a resolution of 1216 x 2688 px and a pixel density of 431 ppi. It delivers smooth visuals with a 144Hz refresh rate and an impressive 960Hz touch sampling rate, making it highly responsive. The display also supports HDR10 for enhanced color and contrast and features Gorilla Glass 7i for added durability. Additionally, the always-on display ensures quick access to information, while the peak brightness of 2000 nits provides excellent visibility under bright conditions.
Performance:
| internal storage |
1024GB |
| RAM |
24GB |
| AnTuTu benchmark score |
2710000 |
| Chipset (SoC) name |
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite |
| GPU name |
Adreno 830 |
| CPU speed |
2 x 4.32 & 6 x 3.53 GHz |
| Geekbench 6 result (multi) |
10059 |
| Geekbench 6 result (single) |
3234 |
| GPU clock speed |
1100 MHz |
| Has integrated LTE |
✓ |
| RAM speed |
5300 MHz |
| semiconductor size |
3 nm |
| Supports 64-bit |
✓ |
| DirectX version |
DirectX 12 |
| Has integrated graphics |
✓ |
| OpenGL version |
3.2 |
| OpenGL ES version |
3.2 |
| Uses big.LITTLE technology |
✓ |
| CPU threads |
8 threads |
| Uses HMP |
✓ |
| Has TrustZone |
✓ |
| maximum memory bandwidth |
85.1 GB/s |
| OpenCL version |
3 |
| memory channels |
2 |
| L2 cache |
12 MB |
| Supports ECC memory |
✓ |
| L1 cache |
192 KB |
| maximum memory amount |
24GB |
| uses multithreading |
✓ |
| GPU turbo |
1100 MHz |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) |
8.2W |
| DDR memory version |
5 |
| shading units |
1536 |
| supported displays |
2 |
| L3 cache |
8 MB |
The ZTE Nubia Z70S Ultra offers top-tier performance with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset and 24GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking and high processing power. It features an impressive 1024GB of internal storage, allowing for substantial space for apps and media. With a maximum CPU clock speed of 4.32 GHz and a GPU clock speed of 1100 MHz, this smartphone delivers excellent computational and graphical performance, as evidenced by its AnTuTu score of 2,710,000. The device also supports multithreading and boasts a 3 nm semiconductor size for greater efficiency and performance.
Cameras:
| megapixels (main camera) |
64 & 50 & 50 MP |
| wide aperture (main camera) |
2.5 & 1.7 & 2f |
| Has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) main camera |
✓ |
| megapixels (front camera) |
16MP |
| has built-in optical image stabilization |
✓ |
| video recording (main camera) |
4320 x 30 fps |
| Has a dual-tone LED flash |
✓ |
| 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 |
2.7x |
| 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 |
✓ |
| wide aperture (front camera) |
2.5f |
| Has timelapse function |
✓ |
| minimum focal length |
13 mm |
| maximum focal length |
70 mm |
| Has a front-facing LED flash |
✕ |
| continuous shooting (mechanical) |
0 fps |
| 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 Z70S Ultra is equipped with a versatile triple-camera system, featuring 64MP, 50MP, and 50MP lenses with wide apertures ranging from 2.5 to 1.7 f. This setup includes optical image stabilization and phase-detection autofocus for sharp, stable shots. The camera supports 4K video recording at 30fps and is equipped with a dual-tone LED flash, while its 2.7x optical zoom provides flexibility in capturing distant subjects. The front camera offers a 16MP resolution, with additional features like HDR, manual ISO, and timelapse functionality for creative control over your photography and video.
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 Z70S Ultra runs on Android 15, providing a range of privacy and customization features such as clipboard warnings, location privacy options, and camera/microphone access control. It also supports dark mode, theme customization, and dynamic theming for a personalized experience. Users can benefit from features like PiP, offline voice recognition, customizable notifications, and multi-user support. The device also includes essential tools like battery health check, Wi-Fi password sharing, and scrolling screenshots, though it does not support direct OS updates or cross-site tracking blocking.
Battery:
| battery power |
6600 mAh |
| has wireless charging |
✕ |
| Supports fast charging |
✓ |
| charging speed |
80W |
| comes with a charger |
✓ |
| has a removable battery |
✕ |
| has a battery level indicator |
✓ |
| has a rechargeable battery |
✓ |
The device is powered by a 6600 mAh rechargeable battery, providing ample power for extended use. While it lacks wireless charging capability, it supports fast charging with an impressive 80W charging speed. The device also includes a charger and features a battery level indicator, ensuring you can easily monitor its charge. However, it does not have 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 |
✕ |
This device offers an immersive audio experience with its stereo speakers and supports advanced wireless audio codecs such as aptX, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, and aptX Lossless. However, it does not include a 3.5 mm audio jack or support LDAC or FM radio.
Connectivity & Features:
| release date |
April 2025 |
| has 5G support |
✓ |
| Wi-Fi version |
Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) |
| SIM cards |
2 SIM |
| Bluetooth version |
5.4 |
| has an external memory slot |
✕ |
| Has USB Type-C |
✓ |
| USB version |
3.2 |
| has NFC |
✓ |
| download speed |
10000 MBits/s |
| upload speed |
3500 MBits/s |
| 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 extensive connectivity options, including 5G support, a variety of Wi-Fi standards such as Wi-Fi 4, 5, 6, and 7, and Bluetooth 5.4. It also features a USB Type-C port with USB 3.2 support, NFC, GPS, a fingerprint scanner, and a gyroscope. While it lacks support for external memory, satellite SOS, and HDMI output, it does include a range of sensors such as a compass, accelerometer, and infrared sensor.
Miscellaneous:
| has a video light |
✓ |
| Has sapphire glass display |
✕ |
| Has a curved display |
✕ |
| Has an e-paper display |
✕ |
This device is equipped with a video light to enhance your video recording experience, but it does not feature sapphire glass, a curved display, or an e-paper display.