ZTE’s sub-brand Nubia has unveiled its latest offerings: the Z60 Ultra Leading Version and the Z60S Pro. These new devices bring significant upgrades and showcase Nubia’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of smartphone technology, particularly in the realm of AI capabilities.
Nubia Z60 Ultra Leading Version: Power and AI at the Forefront
The Z60 Ultra Leading Version stands out with its upgraded hardware and enhanced AI capabilities:
- Upgraded Chipset: Features a higher-binned Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip with a prime Cortex-X4 CPU core clocked at 3.4GHz and a boosted 1GHz GPU.
- AI Prowess: Capable of running on-device AI models with up to ten billion parameters.
- Display: Retains the 6.8-inch AMOLED (FHD+ 120Hz) with an under-display camera (UDC) for the 12MP selfie cam.
- Camera System: Introduces the NeoVision AI Photography System 2.0, with a new IMX906 sensor for the 35mm main shooter. The 18mm ultrawide lens gets a larger aperture, while the 64MP periscope (85mm) receives added AI telephoto capabilities.
- Battery: Maintains the 6,000 mAh capacity with 80W wired charging.
- Software: Runs on Android 14 with Nubia’s MyOS 14.
The Z60 Ultra Leading Version is available in Black and Silver, starting at $649/€729/£649.
Nubia Z60S Pro: Iterative Improvements
The Z60S Pro, the successor to last year’s Z50S Pro, brings subtle yet meaningful upgrades:
- Main Camera: Features a larger sensor for the 35mm main camera.
- AI Enhancements: Introduces new features like Magic Eraser, a star sky algorithm, and a 65:24 ultra-wide cinema format.
- Retained Specs: Keeps the 8MP telephoto and 50MP ultrawide lenses, as well as the 6.8-inch AMOLED (FHD+ 120Hz) display.
- Chipset: Powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, with up to 16GB RAM and 1TB storage.
- Battery: 5,100 mAh with 80W charging.
The Z60S Pro comes in Black, Aqua, and White colors, starting at $569/€669/£569.
Pricing and Availability
Both devices are available for pre-order starting today, with open sales beginning on August 12 from Nubia’s official website. Here’s a breakdown of the configuration pricing:
| Configuration | nubia Z60S Pro | nubia Z60 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| 8GB/256GB | – | $649/€729/£649 |
| 12GB/256GB | $569/€669/£569 | $699/€779/£699 |
| 16GB/512GB | $669/€769/£669 | $779/€879/£829 |
| 16GB/1TB | $769/€869/£769 | $879/€979/£929 |
These new releases from Nubia demonstrate the brand’s focus on high-end specifications and AI-driven features. The Z60 Ultra Leading Version, in particular, showcases Nubia’s ambition to compete in the premium smartphone segment with its advanced AI capabilities and performance upgrades. As these devices hit the market, it will be interesting to see how they stack up against competitors and how consumers respond to Nubia’s AI-centric approach.
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