ZTE Nubia Z18: Pros and Cons

ZTE announced the launch of the Nubia Z18 smartphone in 2018. The manufacturer is offering this smartphone with 5.99 inch IPS display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 SoC, and 6 GB of RAM. It comes with Android OS v8.1 (Oreo) out of the box, and a Li-Po 3350 mAh, non-removable battery. The IPS display panel has good color accuracy. It can display a wide range of colors, this makes visuals look more lifelike and vivid The Nubia Z18 has a multi-camera setup. The lens offers versatility. It lets you capture a wide range of subjects and scenes from different perspectives. Is this phone worth its price? Hopefully, it will become clear by the end of my review.

Table of Contents

• ZTE Nubia Z18 specifications
• Weight, dimensions, colors
• System, chipset, performance
• Display type, size, resolution
• Memory, storage
• Cameras, flash
• Connectivity, network, wireless
• Battery type, capacity, charger
• Features, sensors, specials
• Verdict, pros and cons

This article shares our personal experiences and thoughts about using the ZTE Nubia Z18 smartphone. We hope to offer helpful insights to others interested in this device. The specifications below are from the official manufacturer data, but we also consider user reviews. If you've seen any mistakes or things missing in these specifications, please let us know.

ZTE Nubia Z18 specifications

Weight, dimensions, colors

Smartphones use a Nano SIM as a small chipcard for a subscriber identity module (SIM).

System, chipset, performance

The ZTE Nubia Z18 comes with Android OS v8.1 (Oreo) out of the box. Google has integrated many services with Android. These include Google Maps, Gmail, and Google Drive. It's a powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 octa-core processor. It can handle complex tasks and run many applications. Qualcomm's Snapdragon processors work with Adreno GPUs. The processors are designed for the GPUs.

Display type, size, resolution

The 5.99 inch IPS display has better features. These include optimal viewing angles, color accuracy, and unchanging color reproduction. The 5.99 inch display make this smartphone pocket-friendly. The size of the screen is measured diagonally, from corner to corner.

Memory, storage

The ZTE Nubia Z18 comes with 6 GB of RAM, which is considered to be sufficient for most users' needs. Having more RAM alone does not guarantee better performance. 64 GB of storage is usually seen as good for a smartphone. It should be enough for most users. You can expand the internal storage (64 GB) with a compatible microSD card.

Cameras, flash

Multiple cameras or depth sensors can help the smartphone. They can make its portrait mode effects more appealing. The Nubia Z18 does not have optical image stabilization (OIS).

Connectivity, network, wireless

The ZTE Nubia Z18 supports 4G/LTE networks. This phone like all modern smartphones, is capable of connecting to Wi-Fi networks. The Nubia Z18 smartphone is capable of connecting to Bluetooth devices. This phone has a built-in GPS. The phone isn't NFC (Near Field Communication) capable. NFC is not essential for basic phone functionality, but it can be useful. The Nubia Z18 smartphone does not have 3.5 mm headphone jack.

Battery type, capacity, charger

The Li-Po 3350 mAh, non-removable battery gives the smartphone a good battery backup. The lithium polymer (Li-Po) battery is a light-weight, rechargeable battery. The battery of Nubia Z18 isn't removable without voiding the warranty.

Features, sensors, specials

Today, smartphones come with many sensors. They help make the user experience better. The accelerometer provides information about the smartphone's movement in three axes. These are X (horizontal), Y (vertical), and Z (depth). The Nubia Z18 phone has a fingerprint scanner. The light sensor detects the level of light in the environment. Dual SIM is great for businesses. They want to give staff a device with separate numbers and bills for personal and business use.

Verdict, pros and cons

Every phone has its strengths and weaknesses, and this ZTE phone is no exception. As with any device, there are aspects that shine and others that fall short. By examining both sides, we can paint a complete picture of what this phone has to offer. Let's explore its standout features and areas for improvement. Remember, this is just my opinion, and yours might be different.

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I'm Lucas Bradley, the founder of the Phone42.com site. I love technology, especially smartphones, and I've been working with tech stuff for more than 20 years. This means I've seen a lot of changes and have learned a bunch about what makes a good phone. On Phone42.com, I look at all kinds of phones. They can be from big, well-known companies or new ones trying to make their mark. I want to help people understand what's new and cool in the world of smartphones, in a way that's easy to get.