ZTE nubia Z80 Ultra
- Status: Available
- OS: Android 16, Nebula AIOS 2
- Display: 6.85" 1216x2688 pixels
- Camera: 64MP 4320p
- RAM: 12/16GB RAM Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
- Battery: 7200mAh 80W80W
The ZTE nubia Z80 Ultra was announced on October 22, 2025, and released the same day. This flagship phone combines elegant design with high-end performance. Moreover, its large AMOLED display and powerful chipset make it ideal for gaming, media, and multitasking.
Design and Build
The ZTE nubia Z80 Ultra measures 164.5 x 77.2 x 8.6 mm and weighs 227 g, offering a comfortable grip. It features a glass front and back with an aluminum frame. Additionally, it has IP68/IP69 dust and water resistance, protecting it against splashes and immersion up to 1.5 meters.
Display
The phone sports a 6.85-inch AMOLED display with 1 billion colors and a 144Hz refresh rate. Its 2592Hz PWM and 2000-nit peak brightness deliver sharp, vivid visuals. Furthermore, HDR10 support and 1216 x 2688 pixel resolution (~431 ppi) enhance clarity. The display covers about 89.5% of the front, offering an immersive experience.
Performance
Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, the phone has an octa-core CPU and Adreno 840 GPU. In addition, it offers 256GB to 1TB storage and up to 16GB RAM. This combination ensures smooth multitasking and fast app performance.
Camera System
The ZTE nubia Z80 Ultra has a triple rear camera: 50 MP wide, 64 MP periscope telephoto (2.7x zoom), and 50 MP ultrawide. It records 8K, 4K, and 1080p video with gyro-EIS stabilization. The front 16 MP under-display camera captures sharp selfies and 1080p videos.
Audio and Connectivity
It delivers rich sound via stereo loudspeakers with 24-bit/192kHz Hi-Res audio and Snapdragon Sound. Connectivity includes Wi-Fi 6/7, Bluetooth 6.0, NFC, GPS, and a USB Type-C 3.2 port. Therefore, it handles both work and entertainment seamlessly.
Sensors and Features
The phone comes with an under-display ultrasonic fingerprint scanner, accelerometer, gyro, proximity sensor, and compass. Thus, it supports secure authentication and advanced gestures.
Battery and Charging
The 7200 mAh battery supports 80W wired (90W in China) and 80W wireless charging. It also supports PD3.0 and QC4, allowing rapid charging. As a result, users enjoy long-lasting power throughout the day.
Colors and Models
The ZTE nubia Z80 Ultra comes in Black, Silver, Starry Night Blue, and Luo Tian Yi Red. Its model number is NX741J, offering a choice of premium finishes.
Specifications
Prices
| European Euro | €650 |
Launch
| Announced | 2025, October 22 |
| Status | Available. Released 2025, October 22 |
Network
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G |
| 2G bands |
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 CDMA 800 |
| 3G bands |
HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 CDMA2000 1x |
| 4G bands | LTE |
| 5G bands | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 71, 77, 78, 80, 81, 83, 84, 89 SA/NSA |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
Body
| Dimensions | 164.5 x 77.2 x 8.6 mm (6.48 x 3.04 x 0.34 in) |
| Weight | 227 g (8.01 oz) |
| Build | Glass front, aluminum frame, glass back |
| SIM |
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM IP68/IP69 dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) |
Display
| Type | AMOLED, 1B colors, 144Hz, 2592Hz PWM, HDR10, 2000 nits (peak) |
| Size | 6.85 inches, 113.7 cm2 (~89.5% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 1216 x 2688 pixels (~431 ppi density) |
| Protection | Unspecified |
Platform
| OS | Android 16, Nebula AIOS 2 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (2x4.6 GHz Oryon V3 Phoenix L + 6x3.62 GHz Oryon V3 Phoenix M) |
| GPU | Adreno 840 |
Memory
| Card slot | No |
| Internal |
256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM, 1TB 16GB RAM UFS 4.1 |
Main Camera
| Triple |
50 MP, f/1.7, 35mm (standard), 1/1.3", 1.2µm, PDAF, OIS 64 MP, f/2.5, 70mm (periscope telephoto), 1/2.0", 0.7µm, multi-directional PDAF (15cm - ∞), OIS, 2.7x optical zoom (vs. 26mm cam) 50 MP, f/1.8, 18mm (ultrawide), 1/1.55", PDAF |
| Features | Laser AF, color spectrum sensor, Ring-LED, dual-tone flash, panorama, DSG HDR |
| Video | 8K@30fps, 4K@30/60/120fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS, HDR10, 10‑bit video |
Selfie Camera
| Single | 16 MP, f/2.0, 24mm (wide), 1/2.8", 1.12µm, under display |
| Features | HDR |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
Sound
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack |
No 24-bit/192kHz Hi-Res audio Snapdragon Sound |
Comms
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless / 5.4 (China) |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L2+L5), GLONASS (G1+G5), BDS (B1I+B1C+B2a+B2b), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5) |
| NFC | Yes |
| Infrared port | Yes |
| Radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.2, OTG |
Features
| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
Battery
| Type | Si/C Li-Ion 7200 mAh |
| Charging |
80W wired, PD3.0, QC4 (International) 90W wired, PD3.0, QC4 (China) 80W wireless |
Others
| Colors | Black, Silver, Starry Night Blue, Luo Tian Yi Red |
| Models | NX741J |
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