Overall Score
40.0Category Breakdown
Overall(#3574)40.0
Performance(#6425)42.4
Camera(#1719)52.9
Display(#2741)73.3
Battery(#11231)3.4
Build(#1589)73.7
Connectivity(#5966)36.1
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring ZTE nubia Alpha
Short Review
- The ZTE nubia Alpha features a unique design with a stainless steel frame and a plastic front, measuring 47.1 x 35 x 13.8 mm and weighing 158 grams.
- It has a 4.01-inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 192 x 960 pixels, providing a pixel density of approximately 244 ppi and a refresh rate of 60Hz.
- Performance is driven by the Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 2100 chipset, with a quad-core CPU clocked at 1.1 GHz and 8GB of RAM, ensuring smooth operation for basic tasks.
- The rear camera is a 5 MP unit with an f/2.2 aperture, capable of recording short video clips, while there is no front-facing camera.
- The battery capacity is 500 mAh, and it does not support fast or wireless charging.
- The device runs on a proprietary operating system, lacking traditional smartphone features like a headphone jack and stereo speakers.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 5.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The nubia Alpha is available in gold and black colors, emphasizing its distinctive style.
- Overall, it combines a smartwatch aesthetic with basic smartphone functionalities.
- Special features include its compact form factor and unique display orientation, setting it apart from conventional smartphones.
Specifications
General
Release Date2019
Announced2019
DescriptionVersions: Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi/LTE
Display
Size4.01"
TypeAMOLED
Resolution192 x 960 pixels (~244 ppi density)
PPI192
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionYes
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8909W Snapdragon Wear 2100
CPUQuad-core 1.1 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUAdreno 304
Memory8GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera5 MP, f/2.2, 25mm (wide), 1.12µm
Main Camera FeaturesN/A
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video RecordingYes (up to 10 sec. duration)
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity500 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 500 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions47.1 x 35 x 13.8 mm (1.85 x 1.38 x 0.54 in)
Weight158 g
MaterialsPlastic front (display), stainless steel 316L frame
ColorsGold, Black
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMeSIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBNo
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackNo
Software & Security
Operating SystemProprietary OS
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, heart rate, compass