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ZTE nubia Z18#2921

Released: 2018

ZTE nubia Z18

Overall Score

45.2

Category Breakdown

Overall(#2921)45.2
Performance(#1948)82.3
Camera(#910)75.7
Display(#3329)58.9
Battery(#4146)26.5
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#2650)60.7
Audio(#1963)8.9

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Short Review

  • The ZTE nubia Z18 features a sleek design with dimensions of 148.6 x 72.6 x 8.6 mm and a weight of 172g, available in Black, Red, and Stary Night colors.
  • Its 5.99-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2160 pixels, providing a pixel density of approximately 403 ppi, though it lacks HDR support and has a standard 60Hz refresh rate.
  • Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 chipset, the phone delivers strong performance with an octa-core CPU and options for 6GB or 8GB of RAM.
  • The camera system includes a 24 MP primary sensor with dual pixel PDAF and OIS, capable of recording 4K video at 30fps, while the 8 MP front camera supports decent selfies.
  • The battery capacity is 3450mAh, supporting 18W fast charging but lacking wireless charging capabilities.
  • Running on Android 8.1 with nubia UI 6, the software experience is user-friendly but may feel dated compared to newer versions.
  • Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, and USB Type-C, though it does not support 5G or NFC.
  • The absence of a headphone jack and stereo speakers may be a drawback for some users.
  • Overall, the ZTE nubia Z18 combines solid specifications with a stylish design.
  • Special features include a dual-camera setup and a robust performance profile, making it suitable for various tasks.

Specifications

General

Release Date2018
Announced2018
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size5.99"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 2160 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~403 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3

Performance

ChipsetQualcomm SDM845 Snapdragon 845 (10 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.65 GHz Kryo 385 Gold & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 385 Silver)
GPUAdreno 630
Memory64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo

Camera

Main Camera24 MP, f/1.6, dual pixel PDAF, OIS16 MP, f/1.6, AF
Main Camera FeaturesDual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera8 MP, f/2.0
Front Camera FeaturesHDR
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✓
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗

Battery

Capacity3450 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 3450 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details18W wired, QC4
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗

Build & Safety

Dimensions148.6 x 72.6 x 8.6 mm (5.85 x 2.86 x 0.34 in)
Weight172 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack, Red, Stary Night
Foldable✗
SARN/A

Connectivity

SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (6CA) Cat18 1200/150 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBUSB Type-C, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS

Audio

Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackNo

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 8.1 (Oreo), nubia UI 6
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass