Overall Score
58.7Category Breakdown
Overall(#3359)58.7
Performance(#3679)62.5
Camera(#2144)45.4
Display(#5734)70.5
Battery(#11990)43.5
Build(#915)79.8
Comparisons Featuring ZTE nubia Z17
Short Review
- The ZTE nubia Z17 features a sleek design with dimensions of 152.6 x 72.4 x 7.6 mm and a weight of 173g, utilizing a glass front and aluminum back for a premium feel.
- Its 5.5-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, delivering sharp visuals at approximately 403 ppi.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 chipset, it boasts an octa-core CPU and Adreno 540 GPU, ensuring smooth performance across tasks.
- The camera system includes a dual rear setup with a 12 MP primary sensor and a 23 MP secondary sensor, capable of 4K video recording and featuring 2x lossless zoom.
- A 16 MP front camera is available for selfies.
- The battery capacity is 3200 mAh, supporting 18W fast charging but lacking wireless charging.
- Running on Android 7.1.1 with nubia UI 5, the software experience is user-friendly, although it lacks stereo speakers and a headphone jack.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1, and NFC support.
- The device is available in multiple colors, including Aurora Blue and Flame Red.
- Overall, the ZTE nubia Z17 combines solid performance with a stylish design and capable camera features.
Specifications
General
Release Date2017
Announced2017
DescriptionFor China
Display
Size5.5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~403 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass (unspecified version)
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8998 Snapdragon 835 (10 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.35 GHz Kryo & 4x1.9 GHz Kryo)
GPUAdreno 540
Memory64GB 6GB RAM, 64GB 8GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera12 MP
Main Camera Details12 MP, f/1.8, 1/2.55", 1.4µm, PDAF, 2x lossless zoom23 MP, f/2.0, AF
Front Camera16 MP
Front Camera Details16 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3200 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 3200 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details18W wired, QC4, 50% in 25 min
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions152.6 x 72.4 x 7.6 mm (6.01 x 2.85 x 0.30 in)
Weight173 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass), aluminum back, aluminum frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsAurora Blue, Black Gold, Obsidian Black, Solar Gold, Flame Red
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat9 450/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
Bluetooth4.1, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 7.1.1 (Nougat), nubia UI 5
OS VersionAndroid 7.1.1 (Nougat), nubia UI 5
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackNo