Nubia has officially confirmed that its next flagship smartphone, the Nubia Z80 Ultra, will be unveiled in China on October 22, 2025. The announcement follows closely behind the company’s Red Magic 11 Pro series launch, which is scheduled for October 17. While the Red Magic line caters to gamers, the Z80 Ultra focuses on photography and design refinement, carrying forward Nubia’s tradition of combining cutting-edge hardware with a clean aesthetic.
According to the official teaser, the Nubia Z80 Ultra will continue the brand’s push for a full-screen experience. The device will feature an under-display front camera, removing the need for notches or punch-holes. The display has ultra-thin bezels, creating a seamless and immersive viewing area. On the back, the design builds upon the previous Z70 Ultra, offering a more refined layout and finish. Nubia has confirmed three color options for the Z80 Ultra: Phantom Black, Glacial White, and Starry Collector’s Edition, each offering a distinct look.
A Nubia smartphone with the model number NX741J, recently spotted on Geekbench, is believed to be the Z80 Ultra. The listing revealed that the device will be powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, paired with 16GB of RAM, and will run Android 16. This configuration suggests that the Z80 Ultra will be positioned as a top-tier flagship capable of handling demanding applications and multitasking with ease.
On the photography front, Nubia is expected to equip the Z80 Ultra with a triple rear camera system. It will likely include a 50-megapixel main camera with a 35mm lens, a 1/1.55-inch ultra-wide sensor, and a periscope telephoto lens. The ultra-wide camera is reported to have an f/1.8 aperture and 1μm pixel size, which should help reduce edge distortion and enhance detail in wide shots. This setup continues Nubia’s emphasis on camera versatility and optical quality, a direction established by earlier Ultra-series models.
The display specifications reveal a 144Hz flat AMOLED panel, supporting high refresh rates for smooth visuals. The screen will integrate an under-display front camera, further emphasizing Nubia’s focus on achieving an uninterrupted viewing surface. Powering the phone is a large 7,100mAh battery with 90W fast charging support, although the official 3C certification indicates that a 94.5W charger will be included in the box.
With its combination of a next-generation chipset, a high refresh rate AMOLED display, and camera-focused hardware, the Nubia Z80 Ultra appears positioned to compete with other flagship devices launching this season. The official launch event on October 22 in China will provide complete details on its specifications, pricing, and availability.
Nubia Z80 Ultra Specifications
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Launch Date | October 22, 2025 (China) |
| Processor (Chipset) | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 |
| GPU | Adreno (Next-Gen, integrated with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5) |
| Operating System | Android 16 |
| Memory (RAM) | 16GB LPDDR5X |
| Storage | Up to 1TB UFS 4.0 (expected) |
| Display | 6.8-inch Flat AMOLED, 144Hz refresh rate |
| Resolution | Likely 2480 x 1116 pixels (to be confirmed) |
| Front Camera | Under-display camera |
| Rear Camera Setup | Triple Camera System |
| Main Sensor | 50MP (35mm lens) |
| Ultra-Wide Sensor | 1/1.55-inch sensor, f/1.8 aperture, 1μm pixels |
| Telephoto Sensor | Periscope telephoto lens |
| Battery Capacity | 7,100mAh |
| Charging | 90W fast charging (94.5W charger included) |
| Connectivity | 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, USB Type-C |
| Colors | Phantom Black, Glacial White, Starry Collector’s Edition |
| Build Material | Glass front, aluminum frame, glass back |
| Dimensions & Weight | To be announced |
| Special Features | Under-display camera technology, ultra-thin bezels, full-screen design |
| Model Number | NX741J (as per Geekbench listing) |
