Nubia Z60 Ultra: A Flagship with a Unique Camera System
Nubia Z60 Ultra, a flagship smartphone from nubia that was launched on December 19, 2023
Nubia Z60 Ultra is the latest smartphone from Nubia, a brand that is known for its innovative and premium devices. The Z60 Ultra is not only the brand's first Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 device, but it is also the first Nubia phone with IP68 rating, under-display selfie camera, and a triple camera system with 35mm, 18mm, and 85mm lenses. We will take a closer look at the features and specifications of the Z60 Ultra, and see how it compares to other flagships in the market.
Design and Display
The Z60 Ultra has a sleek and minimalist design, with razor-sharp edges and a flat display. The phone comes in three color variants: Black, Cream, and Starry Night. The Starry Night edition is inspired by the famous Vincent Van Gogh painting, and has a 3D multiple layer finish that reflects the beauty of the night sky. The phone also comes with a themed protective case and a couple of postcards with more artwork from the Dutch painter.
The display of the Z60 Ultra is a 6.8-inch AMOLED True Full Screen, with a resolution of 1.5K and a refresh rate of 120Hz. The display has no notch or hole-punch, as the front-facing camera is hidden under the screen. The pixels on top of the camera are only 2.8um in size, and nubia calls the technology UDC Ultra. The display also supports HDR10+, DC dimming, and 10-bit color depth.
Performance and Battery
The Z60 Ultra is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, which is the latest and most powerful chipset from Qualcomm. The processor has a 4nm architecture, and can reach up to 3.09GHz in clock speed. The processor also supports 5G, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2, and NFC. The phone has up to 16GB of LPDDR5x RAM and up to 1TB of UFS 4.0 storage, which ensure smooth multitasking and fast data transfer.
The battery of the Z60 Ultra is a massive 6,000mAh, which can last for a whole day of heavy usage. The phone also supports 80W wired charging, which can charge the phone from 0% to 100% in just 36 minutes. The phone also has a smart power-saving mode, which can extend the battery life by reducing the performance and display settings.
Camera and Photography
The Z60 Ultra has a unique camera system, which consists of three cameras on the back and one under the screen. The main camera is a 50MP sensor with a 35mm lens, which offers clarity and depth in every shot. The ultra-wide camera is also a 50MP sensor, but with an 18mm lens, which can capture a wider field of view. The telephoto camera is a 12MP sensor with a 85mm lens, which can achieve 5x optical zoom and 20x hybrid zoom. The camera also has OIS, laser autofocus, and dual LED flash.
The front-facing camera is a 16MP sensor with an f/2.0 aperture, which is hidden under the display. The camera can take selfies and video calls without any obstruction, and has AI beautification and HDR modes. The camera also supports face unlock and 3D face recognition.
The Z60 Ultra has a variety of modes and features for photography, such as night mode, portrait mode, pro mode, macro mode, slow motion, time lapse, and panorama. The phone also has a special mode called Starry Sky, which can capture the beauty of the night sky with the ultra-wide camera. The phone also supports 8K video recording at 30fps, and 4K video recording at 60fps.
Conclusion
The Z60 Ultra is a flagship smartphone that offers a unique camera system, a powerful performance, a stunning display, and a long-lasting battery. The phone also has a premium design, an IP68 rating, and an under-display selfie camera. The phone is priced at $999 for the 12GB+256GB variant, and $1099 for the 16GB+1TB variant. The phone is currently available in China, and will soon launch in other markets.
If you are looking for a smartphone that can redefine your photography experience, the Z60 Ultra is a great choice. You can buy the phone from the official nubia store, or from other online retailers. You can also check out the official website for more information, or watch the teardown video to see the internal components of the phone.
Sources: Nubia, Gsmarena, Gizmochina