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ZTE nubia N1

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Overview

ZTE nubia N1 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2016 with a 5.5-inch IPS LCD, Mediatek MT6755 Helio P10 (28 nm) chipset, 13 main camera, and 5000 mAh battery.

Priced at $0, it targets users seeking budget performance.

Specifications of ZTE nubia N1

The display of ZTE nubia N1 measures 5.5 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 450 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x1920 pixels resolution.

Size
5.5 inches
Type
IPS LCD
Resolution
1080x1920 pixels
Refresh Rate
60Hz
Peak Brightness
450 nits

The camera system of ZTE nubia N1 features 1 rear cameras: 13 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.

Main Sensor
13
Camera Count
1 cameras
Max Video
1080p

The battery of ZTE nubia N1 has 5000mAh capacity with 10 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 240 min minutes.

Capacity
5000mAh
Wired Charging
10
Full Charge Time
240 min minutes

The performance of ZTE nubia N1 is powered by the Mediatek MT6755 Helio P10 (28 nm) chipset with Mali-T860MP2 GPU.

Chipset
Mediatek MT6755 Helio P10 (28 nm)
CPU
Octa-core (4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.0 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPU
Mali-T860MP2

The memory of ZTE nubia N1 offers 3GB RAM with 32GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR3 technology. Storage is 32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM.

RAM Options
3GB
Storage Options
32GB
RAM Type
LPDDR3
Storage Type
32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM
Expandable
microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)

The connectivity of ZTE nubia N1 includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, and Bluetooth 4.1.

Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
4.1
NFC
No

The build of ZTE nubia N1 weighs 190.0g with Plastic frame and Glossy back. Dimensions measure 150.9 x 75 x 8.9 mm.

Dimensions
150.9 x 75 x 8.9 mm
Weight
190.0g
Frame
Plastic
Back
Glossy

The software of ZTE nubia N1 runs Android 6 (Marshmallow), nubia UI 4. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.

OS
Android 6 (Marshmallow), nubia UI 4
Update Policy
1 years

Compare ZTE nubia N1

ZTE nubia N1 vs Samsung Galaxy A34

ZTE nubia N1 has a larger 5000mAh battery compared to Samsung Galaxy A34.

5000mAh battery
Mediatek MT6755 Helio P10 (28 nm)
5.5" display

ZTE nubia N1 vs Motorola Moto G Power

ZTE nubia N1 has a larger 5000mAh battery compared to Motorola Moto G Power.

5000mAh battery
Mediatek MT6755 Helio P10 (28 nm)
5.5" display

ZTE nubia N1 vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 13

ZTE nubia N1 has a larger 5000mAh battery compared to Xiaomi Redmi Note 13.

5000mAh battery
Mediatek MT6755 Helio P10 (28 nm)
5.5" display

Frequently Asked Questions about ZTE nubia N1

ZTE nubia N1 has a 13 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.

Related: mobile photography

ZTE nubia N1 with Mediatek MT6755 Helio P10 (28 nm) can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.

Related: mobile gaming

ZTE nubia N1 receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.

Related: software support

ZTE nubia N1 has a 5000mAh battery. This provides all-day battery life with typical usage, often lasting into a second day with moderate use.

Related: battery life

ZTE nubia N1 at $0 is a budget device offering 5000mAh battery. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.

Related: buying decision

ZTE nubia N1 supports 10 wired charging with full charge in approximately 240 min minutes.

Related: fast charging

ZTE nubia N1 is available in 32GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.

Related: storage capacity

ZTE nubia N1 has a 5.5-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 450 nits peak brightness.

Related: display quality

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Verdict

The ZTE nubia N1 delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. The phone excels in all-day battery endurance. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.

Key Specifications

Display

5.5"

Main Camera

13

Chipset

Mediatek MT6755 Helio P10 (28 nm)

Full Specifications

Network

TechnologyGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
2G BandsGSM /
3G BandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - Europe, China
4G LTE BandsLTE
5G Sub-6 BandsN/A
5G mmWave BandsN/A
SpeedN/A
Carrier Aggregation
SIMNano-SIM
Dual SIM ModeDual SIM
eSIM Support
VoLTE SupportN/A
VoWiFiN/A
NR CA SupportN/A

Launch

Announced2016
StatusDiscontinued
AvailabilityN/A
Model VariantsN/A
Launch PriceN/A

Body & Design

Dimensions (mm)150.9 x 75 x 8.9 mm
Weight (g)190.0
Build Materialsplastic-frame-plastic-back
FramePlastic
Back FinishGlossy
Colors["Silver", "Gold"]
IP RatingN/A
Rugged CertificationsN/A
Ingress GasketsN/A
Form FactorBar
Hinge TypeN/A
Folded DimensionsN/A
Thermal SolutionPassive
Notification/Alert
HapticsBasic

Display

Panel TypeIPS LCD
Size (inches)5.5
Resolution (px)1080x1920 pixels
Aspect Ratio16:9
Pixel Density (ppi)401
Screen-to-body Ratio (%)73.7
Refresh Rate (Hz)60
Adaptive Refresh Rate
Touch Sampling Rate (Hz)120
Peak Brightness (nits)450
HDR StandardsN/A
Color GamutsRGB
Color Depth24
PWM Dimming (Hz)N/A
Glass ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Oleophobic CoatingN/A
CurvatureFlat
Always-on Display
Display Driver ICN/A
Cover DisplayN/A

Platform (SoC)

OS at LaunchAndroid 6 (Marshmallow), nubia UI 4
Update Policy1 years
ChipsetMediatek MT6755 Helio P10 (28 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.0 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUMali-T860MP2
NPU/AI TOPsN/A
ISP FeaturesBasic
Modemintegrated
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth ChipN/A
Throttling BehaviorN/A
Geekbench Single-CoreN/A
Geekbench Multi-CoreN/A
AnTuTu ScoreN/A
3DMark ScoresN/A

Memory & Storage

RAM3GB
RAM TypeLPDDR3
Storage32GB
Storage Type32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM
Storage Speedemmc5.1
Expandable StoragemicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Slot TypemicroSD
USB OTG
Filesystem Encryption

Main Camera System

Rear Cameras1
Main Sensor13
Main Sensor Size1/3.06
Main Sensor ModelN/A
Main Lensf/2.2, 28mm
OISN/A
AutofocusPDAF
Pixel BinningN/A
UltrawideN/A
TelephotoN/A
MacroN/A
Depth/ToF/LiDAR
Flicker/Color SensorsN/A
FlashDual-LED
Video Resolution1080p
HDR/Dolby Vision Video
Video Codecsh264
Slow Motion
Video StabilizationEIS
Night Mode Featuressoftware
RAW/Pro ControlsN/A

Selfie Camera

Resolution13
Sensor Size1/3.2 inch
Aperturef/2.2
AF/OIS
Secondary Front Cam
Front Flash
Video1080p
HDR/Dolby VisionN/A
Face Unlock2D

Audio

Loudspeakers
3.5mm Jack
Hi-Res Audio
Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos
Microphones2
Bluetooth Codecsaac
DAC/AmpN/A

Connectivity

Wi-FiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi FeaturesWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.1
NFC
IR Blaster
UWBN/A
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, Beidou
Dual-Band GNSS
FM Radio
USBUSB Type-C
Display Out
eSIM Capacity

Sensors

Fingerprint SensorFingerprint (Rear-Mounted)
3D Face IDN/A
Accelerometer
Gyroscope
Magnetometer
Proximity Sensor
Ambient Light
Barometer
Thermo/HygrometerN/A
UV SensorN/A
Hall Sensor
Color Temp Sensor
Health SensorsN/A
Satellite SOS

Battery & Charging

Capacity (mAh)5000
TypeLi-Po
Removable
Endurance RatingN/A
Wired Charging10
Wired Standardmicro-usb
0-50% Time (mins)120 min
Full Charge Time240 min
Wireless ChargingN/A
Wireless StandardN/A
Reverse WirelessN/A
Reverse Wired
Charger in Box10w-charger
Battery Health FeaturesBasic

Software

OS at LaunchAndroid 6 (Marshmallow), nubia UI 4
Update Window1 years
UI Skin / LauncherN/A
Feature DropsN/A
App CloningN/A
Game ModeBasic
Privacy FeaturesBasic
AccessibilityBasic
Satellite Messaging UI

Miscellaneous

In-Box Contentscharger-cable-user-manual
Recycled Materials (%)N/A
Repairability ScoreN/A
WarrantyN/A

Reviews & Ratings

4.6

186 ratings

5 star
120
4 star
45
3 star
11
2 star
5
1 star
5

Showing 3 of 186 reviews

A

Alex R.

2 weeks ago

Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.

B

Ben C.

1 month ago

Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.

C

Chloe D.

3 months ago

The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!

Review

ZTE nubia N1 Review: Solid Performance for the Price

6.2/10
Good

Our comprehensive review of the ZTE nubia N1 covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.

(3.1 stars)
Pros
    Cons
    • - Display could be brighter or smoother
    • - Performance may struggle with demanding tasks

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