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ZTE Nubia 5 review

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The ZTE Nubia 5 currently has an Informr score of 7.5 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 2 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.
Android
Operating system
Operating system
Android
1.5 GHz
Processor
Processor
1.5 GHz
5"
Screen Size
Screen Size
5"
13+ MP
Camera
Camera
13+ MP
2300 mAh
Battery

What the Critics Are Saying...

Cnet
Cnet

The ZTE Nubia 5's impressive specs and reliable performance make it a great value for an unlocked, high-end phone.

- Lynn La, Cnet
Android Community
Android Community

Bottom line here, the ZTE nubia 5 was a fun handset to play with. And as we mentioned earlier, we are not quite ready to put it down just yet. Needless to say, while the overall experience was great, there are some concerns and potential issues.

- Robert Nelson, Android Community

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ZTE backs up the Nubia 5 with a 1 Year parts & labour warranty.

If your Nubia 5 has problems and is still within its warranty period, you could contact ZTE support or the retailer you purchased the phone from. You'll find ZTE's contact information here. If your phone is off warranty and needs repair for a physical problem such as a broken screen or bad battery, you should visit an authorized service centre or a local phone repair shop. You can also connect with others in The Informr Community Forum to find and share answers to questions.

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Screen Size
5"

The ZTE Nubia 5's screen size is 5 inches with x pixels resolution.
Processor
1.5 GHz

There is a Qualcomm APQ8064 Quad core 1.5 GHz processor (CPU).
OS

The phone runs on proprietary operating system firmware.
Camera
13+ MP

You can take photos or capture video with the phone's onboard 13+ MP camera.

There is also a secondary front facing camera with 2+ megapixels resolution.
Storage
16 GB

Internal memory is 16 GB. No external card slot is available for expansion.
Battery
2300mAh

The phone is powered by a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion), 2300 mAh battery.

Nubia 5 Specs

Overview
Release Date October 16, 2013
Regions Available USA
Operating System

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Processor Qualcomm APQ8064 Quad core 1.5 GHz
Internal Storage 16 GB
RAM 2 GB
Hearing Aid Compatible
TTY/TDD
Noise Cancellation
SAR Head: 0.225 W/kg
Body: 1.095 W/kg
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included AC Charger, Manual, Standard Battery
Cellular
Networks
GPRS, EDGE, HSUPA, HSPA+
Details
Mobile / Cellular Data
Push-to-talk (PTT)
Wi-Fi Calling
Voice over LTE (VoLTE)
SIM card size
Yes
Dual SIM
Connectivity
USB Micro-USB 2.0
USB OTG Support
GPS Type A-GPS
Infrared
Bluetooth 4.0
Bluetooth Profiles A2DP
Bluetooth Audio Codecs SBC
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Mobile Hotspot
Memory Expansion Slot
Expansion Slot Info
NFC
Data Tethering Compatibility
Camera
Main Camera
Resolution / Aperture
 13+ Megapixels
Zoom
Flash
 Yes (LED)
Additional Rear Camera Info
 Auto focus, Face detection, Panorama
Video Recording Formats
 3GP / 3GPP, H.264 / AVC, MPEG-4
Video Recording Parameters
 Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels)
Front Camera
Resolution / Aperture
 2+ Megapixels
Additional Front Camera Info
Video Recording Parameters
Display / Screen
Type Color
Technology LCD (IPS)
Colors 16.7 million
Resolution x pixels
Pixel Density 443 pixels
Size 5 inches
Secondary Display
Sensors Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Digital Compass
Multi-Touch
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating
Additional Display Features Capacitive touch screen
Power & Battery
Battery Type Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Capacity 2300 mAh
Removable Battery
Wireless Charging
Fast Charging
Video Playback Time Unknown
Internet Use (Wi-Fi) Unknown
Internet Use (Cellular) Unknown
Talk Time Unknown
Standby Time Unknown
Mixed Usage
Physical Characteristics
Design Type Bar
Material Plastic
Colors Black
Dimensions [H x W x D] 13.8 x 6.9 x 0.7 cm (5.4 x 2.7 x 0.3 in)
Weight 128 grams
Water Resistant / Waterproof Unknown
Rugged design
IP Rating
Headset Jack 3.5mm
External Speakers
Input / Navigation
Sleep / Wake Key
Home Key
Input / Keyboard Type Touchscreen
Navigation Type Touchscreen
External Volume Control
Fingerprint Sensor
More
Additional Information Messaging: SMS, MMS, Google Talk
Multi-Use Smart Phone / PDA: Yes
Graphics: Yes
Backlit Illumination: Yes
Zoom / Magnification: Yes
Screen Orientation Lock: Yes
Predictive Text Entry: Yes
Voice Commands: Yes
Keypad/Screen Lock: Yes
Multiple Numbers Per Contact: Email address, Other fields
Contact Groups: Yes
Voice Activated Dialing: Yes
Photo Caller ID: Yes
Web Browser: Yes
Email Client: Yes
Email Protocols: POP3, IMAP, SMTP, Microsoft Exchange
PC Synchronization: Yes
TV Out Info: HDMI
Audio Formats: MP3, MP4, WAV
Video Playback Formats: 3GP / 3GPP, H.264 / AVC, MPEG-4
Streaming Video: Yes
Custom Ringtones: Yes
Vibration Alert: Yes
Downloadable Ringtones: Yes
Ringer ID: Yes
Speakerphone: Yes
Haptic Feedback: Yes
Data Tethering: Yes
Mobile Hotspot: Yes
Games: Downloadable
Apps: Downloadable
Included Software / Apps: -
Calendar, World Clock, Alarm, Calculator, Maps, Voice Memos / Recorder

Other Names (AKA): ZTE NX501
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