ZTE’s sub-brand Nubia has officially unveiled its latest flagship smartphone — the Nubia Z80 Ultra — in China.
Packed with top-tier hardware and cutting-edge features, the device promises an all-round premium experience, combining advanced AI imaging, professional-grade gaming capabilities, and long-lasting battery life.
Nubia Z80 Ultra Price and Colour Variants
The Nubia Z80 Ultra price starts at CNY 4,999 (approximately INR 61,600) for the 12GB + 512GB variant. The 16GB + 512GB and 16GB + 1TB models are priced at CNY 5,299 (around INR 65,300) and CNY 5,699 (roughly INR 70,200), respectively. The smartphone comes in two elegant shades — Phantom Black and Condensed Light White (translated from Chinese).
Additionally, Nubia has introduced special editions of the flagship model. The Z80 Ultra Starry Night Edition is priced at CNY 5,599 (approximately INR 69,000) for the 16GB + 512GB variant and CNY 5,999 (around INR 73,900) for the 16GB + 1TB version. There’s also a Luo Tianyi Limited Edition, available in a 16GB + 512GB configuration, priced at CNY 5,799 (around INR 71,400). All variants are currently available for purchase through ZTE’s official e-store in China.
Nubia Z80 Ultra Specifications and Features
- The Nubia Z80 Ultra boasts a 6.85-inch 2K (2688×1216 pixels) AMOLED display, offering an immersive viewing experience.
- It supports a 144Hz refresh rate and features X10 under-screen luminous material, 2592Hz PWM dimming, and a 3000Hz instantaneous touch sampling rate for exceptional responsiveness.
- The panel also carries SGS low blue light certification and AI-based twilight eye protection to reduce strain during prolonged use.
Powering the device is Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, built on an advanced architecture for enhanced performance and power efficiency. The processor is coupled with up to 16GB RAM and up to 1TB of UFS 4.1 storage, ensuring seamless multitasking and fast data access. The smartphone runs on Android 16-based MyOS 16 and comes equipped with the Red Magic CUBE engine, designed to optimize gaming performance.
- To handle heat during intensive gaming or multitasking, Nubia has integrated a composite liquid metal cooling system with a super-large 3D ice steel VC chamber.
- The device also features Synopsys Touch IC and physical gaming keys, offering professional-level control and precision for gamers.
Advanced AI Camera System
The Neovision Taishan AI Imaging 5.0 system powers the Z80 Ultra’s triple rear camera setup. It includes a 50-megapixel Light and Shadow Master 990 flagship sensor, a 64-megapixel periscope telephoto lens, and a 50-megapixel ultra-wide-angle camera. For selfies and video calls, there’s a 16-megapixel front camera.
- The phone also offers a suite of AI-assisted features like inspiration filters, aesthetic composition suggestions, magic advice, Ant perspective, voice guidance, and a dedicated physical photo button.
Battery, Connectivity, and Build
The Nubia Z80 Ultra houses a massive 7200mAh battery with 90W wired and 80W wireless fast charging, along with wireless reverse charging support. For security, it includes an in-display ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. Connectivity options comprise Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, NFC, and a USB Type-C port.
- With IP68 and IP69 ratings for dust and water resistance, the device is built to endure harsh conditions.
- Measuring 164.5×77.2×8.6mm and weighing 227g, the Nubia Z80 Ultra combines durability with flagship-level design and performance — solidifying its place as one of 2025’s most powerful Android smartphones.