ZTE‘s Nubia Neo 3 series, introduced at MWC 2025, is set to launch by late March, with pre-orders now open on Lazada in the Philippines for both the Nubia Neo 3 5G and the Neo 3 GT.

Nubia Neo 3 GT features

The Nubia Neo 3 GT runs on the Unisoc T9100 chipset, built on a 6 nm process. It includes a 2.7 GHz ARM Cortex-A76 core, three 2.3 GHz cores, and four 2.1 GHz Cortex-A55 cores for power efficiency. The graphics are handled by a Mali-G57 MP4 GPU. The phone features a 6.8-inch AMOLED display with a 120 Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 1,300 nits in high brightness mode (HBM). The camera setup includes a 50 MP main sensor, a 16 MP front camera, and a 2 MP depth sensor. For gaming, the device includes a 4,083 mm² vapor chamber cooling system to help manage heat during long sessions. It also has shoulder triggers, pass-through charging, and supports 80 W wired charging for its 6,000 mAh battery.

Nubia Neo 3 5G features

The standard Nubia Neo 3 5G is powered by the Unisoc T8300 processor and offers up to 20 GB of RAM (8 GB physical and 12 GB virtual). It also includes features aimed at gaming, such as shoulder triggers, a Z-Axis linear motor for haptic feedback, and the NeoTurbo performance engine. This version also comes with a 6,000 mAh battery but supports 33 W fast charging. Its display is a 6.8-inch LCD panel with a 120 Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 1,000 nits.

Pricing & availability

In terms of pricing, the Nubia Neo 3 GT with 12 GB RAM and 256 GB storage is listed at PHP 12,999 ($227), down from its original PHP 14,999 ($261) price. It comes in Electro Yellow and Interstellar Grey.

The Nubia Neo 3 5G is available in two variants: the 8 GB RAM/128 GB storage model is priced at PHP 7,999 ($139), reduced from PHP 9,999 ($174), and the 8 GB RAM/256 GB storage model is available for PHP 9,999 ($174), down from PHP 11,999 ($209). Available colors for this model will include Cyber Silver, Shadow Black, and Titanium Gold.

(via: Notebookcheck)

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ZTE has introduced its latest gaming smartphone lineup, the Nubia Neo 3 series, at MWC Barcelona 2025. Designed for mobile gaming enthusiasts, the series includes the Nubia Neo 3 GT 5G, Neo 3 5G, and Neo 3 4G. The new models aim to deliver an enhanced gaming experience with upgraded performance, a refined cyber-mecha design, and gaming-centric features.

Performance and Gaming Features

The Nubia Neo 3 GT 5G is positioned as the top-tier model in the lineup, featuring the UNISOC T9100 5G gaming processor, up to 24GB of dynamic RAM (12GB + 12GB virtual), and 256GB of internal storage. It includes ZTE’s NeoTurbo AI performance engine, which optimizes system resources for smooth gameplay. The device is equipped with a 6000mAh battery, complemented by 80W fast charging for extended gaming sessions. To manage heat dissipation, the phone incorporates a 4083mm² VC cooling panel.

The Nubia Neo 3 5G, another 5G-enabled variant, is powered by the UNISOC T8300 processor and offers up to 20GB RAM (8GB + 12GB virtual). It shares several gaming enhancements with its GT counterpart, such as gaming shoulder triggers, a Z-Axis linear motor for precise haptic feedback, and the AI-powered NeoTurbo performance engine. The battery remains at 6000mAh but supports 33W fast charging.

Both models include the AI Game Space 3.0, which offers customizable gaming modes and performance optimizations. Additionally, an AI translation feature facilitates real-time language translation during calls and conversations.

Display and Design

The Nubia Neo 3 GT 5G features a 6.8-inch OLED gaming display with a 120Hz refresh rate, a resolution of 1080×2392, and peak brightness of 1300 nits. It supports 100% DCI-P3 color gamut and a 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio for vibrant visuals. The standard Nubia Neo 3 5G also has a 6.8-inch display with a 120Hz refresh rate but utilizes an FHD LCD panel with 1000 nits peak brightness.

Both models embrace a futuristic cyber-mecha design with RGB lighting elements for a gaming-inspired aesthetic. The flat-sided design and built-in shoulder triggers enhance the ergonomic experience for gaming sessions.

Pricing and Availability

The Nubia Neo 3 series will be available globally starting in late March 2025. Pricing for the Nubia Neo 3 5G begins at €249, while the flagship Nubia Neo 3 GT 5G starts at €299.

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