This post was last updated on April 18, 2026.

The Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 is Qualcomm’s most advanced smartphone chipset for Android devices, promising superior performance, efficiency, and agentic AI capabilities. Soon after its announcement in September 2025, smartphone brands rushed to launch devices with this processor.

Now there are dozens of options powered by Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, and the list continues to grow steadily. Here’s an updated list of Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 smartphones launched so far.

Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 phones list

• Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
• Samsung Galaxy S26+
• Samsung Galaxy S26
• Xiaomi 17 Ultra
• Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
• Xiaomi 17 Pro
• Xiaomi 17
• OnePlus 15
• OnePlus 15T
• Vivo X300 Ultra
• iQOO 15 Ultra
• iQOO 15
• Realme GT 8 Pro
• POCO F8 Ultra
• Nubia RedMagic 11 Pro+
• Nubia RedMagic 11 Pro
• Nubia Z80 Ultra
• Honor Magic 8 Pro
• Honor Magic 8

Samsung phones with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5

The Galaxy S26 series, launched in February 2026, features a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset. It’s worth noting that only the S26 Ultra gets this chip worldwide, while the S26 and S26+ get the Snapdragon chip in select regions, including the US, Canada, Japan, and China. Other regions, including India, get Exynos 2600.

Besides a flagship chipset, one of the biggest highlights of the Galaxy S26 series is Privacy Display.

Galaxy S26 Ultra

• Display: 6.9-inch LTPO AMOLED, 120Hz, 2600nits (peak)
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm)
• Rear camera: 200MP (wide), 10MP (telephoto, 3x optical zoom), 50MP (periscope telephoto, 5x optical zoom), 50MP (ultrawide)
• Front camera: 12MP
• OS: Android 16, up to 7 major Android upgrades
• Battery: 6500mAh
• Charging: 60W (wired), 25W (wireless), 4.5W (reverse wireless)
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, NFC, USB Type-C 3.2

Galaxy S26+

• Display: 6.7-inch LTPO AMOLED, 120Hz, 2600nits (peak)
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) (region-specific)
• Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 10MP (telephoto, 3x optical zoom), 12MP (ultrawide)
• Front camera: 12MP
• OS: Android 16, up to 7 major Android upgrades
• Battery: 4900mAh
• Charging: 45W (wired), 20W (wireless), 4.5W (reverse wireless)
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, NFC, USB Type-C 3.2

Galaxy S26

• Display: 6.3-inch LTPO AMOLED, 120Hz, 2600nits (peak)
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) (region-specific)
• Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 10MP (telephoto, 3x optical zoom), 12MP (ultrawide)
• Front camera: 12MP
• OS: Android 16, up to 7 major Android upgrades
• Battery: 4300mAh
• Charging: 25W (wired), 15W (wireless), 4.5W (reverse wireless)
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, NFC, USB Type-C 3.2

Xiaomi phones with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5

The Xiaomi 17 (review) was the first phone in the world to launch with the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset. It was launched in September 2025.

Xiaomi 17 Ultra

• Display: 6.9-inch LTPO AMOLED, 120Hz, 3500nits (peak)
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm)
• Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 200MP (periscope telephoto, 3.2-4.3x continuous optical zoom), 50MP (ultrawide)
• Front camera: 50MP
• OS: Android 16, up to 5 major Android upgrades
• Battery: 6000mAh
• Charging: 90W (wired), 50W (wireless), 22.5W (reverse wired), 10W (reverse wireless)
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, NFC, USB Type-C 3.2

Xiaomi 17 Pro Max

• Display: 6.9-inch LTPO AMOLED, 120Hz, 3500nits (peak)
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm)
• Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 50MP (periscope telephoto, 5x optical zoom), 50MP (ultrawide)
• Front camera: 50MP
• OS: Android 16, up to 5 major Android upgrades
• Battery: 7500mAh
• Charging: 100W (wired), 50W (wireless), 22.5W (reverse wireless)
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, USB Type-C 3.2

Xiaomi 17 Pro

• Display: 6.3-inch LTPO AMOLED, 120Hz, 3500nits (peak)
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm)
• Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 50MP (periscope telephoto, 5x optical zoom), 50MP (ultrawide)
• Front camera: 50MP
• OS: Android 16, up to 5 major Android upgrades
• Battery: 6300mAh
• Charging: 100W (wired), 50W (wireless), 22.5W (reverse wireless)
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, USB Type-C 3.2

Xiaomi 17

• Display: 6.3-inch LTPO AMOLED, 120Hz, 3500nits (peak)
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm)
• Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 50MP (telephoto, 2.6x optical zoom), 50MP (ultrawide)
• Front camera: 50MP
• OS: Android 16, up to 5 major Android upgrades
• Battery: 6330mAh
• Charging: 100W (wired), 50W (wireless), 22.5W (reverse wireless), 22.5W (reverse wired)
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, USB Type-C 3.2

OnePlus phones with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5

OnePlus 15 was launched in October 2025 as the company’s first phone with the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor. In March 2026, OnePlus 15T arrived in China with the same chipset. It could be released in the international market as the OnePlus 15s.

OnePlus 15

• Display: 6.78-inch LTPO AMOLED, 165Hz, 3600nits (peak)
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm)
• Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 50MP (periscope telephoto, 3.5x optical zoom), 50MP (ultrawide)
• Front camera: 32MP
• OS: Android 16, up to 4 major Android upgrades
• Battery: 7300mAh
• Charging: 120W (wired), 50W (wireless), 10W (reverse wireless), 5W (reverse wired)
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, NFC, USB Type-C 3.2

OnePlus 15T

• Display: 6.32-inch AMOLED, 165Hz, 3600nits (peak)
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm)
• Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 50MP (telephoto, 3.5x optical zoom)
• Front camera: 16MP
• OS: Android 16
• Battery: 7500mAh
• Charging: 100W (wired), 50W (wireless), 10W (reverse wired)
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, NFC, USB Type-C 2.0

Vivo, iQOO phones with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5

The iQOO 15 was launched in October 2025 as the company’s first phone with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. In February 2026, the iQOO 15 Ultra arrived with the same chipset, but as a more premium phone, and a month later, the Vivo X300 Ultra landed in China, with the global rollout kicking off in April.

Vivo X300 Ultra

• Display: 6.82-inch LTPO AMOLED, 144Hz
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm)
• Rear camera: 200MP (wide), 200MP (periscope telephoto, 3.7x optical zoom), 50MP (ultrawide)
• Front camera: 50MP
• OS: Android 16
• Battery: 6600mAh
• Charging: 100W (wired), 40W (wireless)
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, USB Type-C 3.2

iQOO 15 Ultra

• Display: 6.85-inch LTPO AMOLED, 144Hz, 8000nits (peak)
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm)
• Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 50MP (periscope telephoto, 3x optical zoom), 50MP (ultrawide)
• Front camera: 32MP
• OS: Android 16, up to 5 major Android upgrades
• Battery: 7400mAh
• Charging: 100W (wired), 40W (wireless)
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, USB Type-C 3.2

iQOO 15

• Display: 6.85-inch LTPO AMOLED, 144Hz, 6000nits (peak)
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm)
• Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 50MP (periscope telephoto, 3x optical zoom), 50MP (ultrawide)
• Front camera: 32MP
• OS: Android 16, up to 5 major Android upgrades
• Battery: 7000mAh
• Charging: 100W (wired), 40W (wireless)
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, NFC, USB Type-C 3.2

Realme phones with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5

Realme GT 8 Pro is the only phone from the brand launched with the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset.

Realme GT 8 Pro

• Display: 6.79-inch AMOLED, 144Hz, 7000nits (peak)
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm)
• Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 200MP (periscope telephoto, 3x optical zoom), 50MP (ultrawide)
• Front camera: 32MP
• OS: Android 16, up to 4 major Android upgrades
• Battery: 7000mAh
• Charging: 120W (wired), 50W (wireless), 10W (reverse wireless), 5W (reverse wired)
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, NFC, USB Type-C 2.0

POCO phones with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5

POCO was also quick to launch the F8 Ultra with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. This smartphone was launched in November 2025, and is still one of the most affordable phones with 8 Elite Gen 5.

POCO F8 Ultra

• Display: 6.9-inch AMOLED, 120Hz, 3500nits (peak)
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm)
• Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 50MP (periscope telephoto, 5x optical zoom), 50MP (ultrawide)
• Front camera: 32MP
• OS: Android 16, up to 4 major Android upgrades
• Battery: 6500mAh
• Charging: 100W (wired), 50W (wireless), 22.5W (reverse wireless)
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, NFC, USB Type-C 3.2

Nubia phones with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5

The RedMagic 11 Pro+ arrived as the company’s first phone with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 in October, but it’s been exclusive to China, so far. A month later, the RedMagic 11 Pro was introduced in the global market. In October, the company also launched Nubia Z80 Ultra with the same chipset for non-gaming people.

Nubia RedMagic 11 Pro+

• Display: 6.85-inch AMOLED, 144Hz, 2000nits (peak)
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm)
• Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 50MP (ultrawide)
• Front camera: 16MP
• OS: Android 16, up to 2 major Android upgrades
• Battery: 7500mAh
• Charging: 120W (wired), 80W (wireless)
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2
• Others: Built-in cooling fan, pressure sensitive zones

Nubia RedMagic 11 Pro

• Display: 6.85-inch AMOLED, 144Hz, 1800nits (peak)
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm)
• Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 50MP (ultrawide)
• Front camera: 16MP
• OS: Android 16, up to 2 major Android upgrades
• Battery: 7500mAh
• Charging: 80W (wired), 80W (wireless)
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2
• Others: Built-in cooling fan, pressure sensitive zones

Nubia Z80 Ultra

• Display: 6.85-inch AMOLED, 144Hz, 2000nits (peak)
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm)
• Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 64MP (periscope telephoto, 2.7x optical zoom), 50MP (ultrawide)
• Front camera: 16MP
• OS: Android 16
• Battery: 7200mAh
• Charging: 80W (wired), 80W (wireless)
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, NFC, USB Type-C 3.2

Honor phones with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5

Honor is also on the list with Magic 8 Pro (review) and Magic 8, powered by a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset. Both phones were unveiled in October 2025.

Honor Magic 8 Pro

• Display: 6.71-inch LTPO AMOLED, 120Hz, 6000nits (peak)
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm)
• Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 200MP (periscope telephoto, 3.7x optical zoom), 50MP (ultrawide)
• Front camera: 50MP
• OS: Android 16, up to 7 Android upgrades
• Battery: 7100mAh
• Charging: 100W (wired), 80W (wireless)
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, NFC, USB Type-C 3.2

Honor Magic 8

• Display: 6.58-inch LTPO AMOLED, 120Hz, 6000nits (peak)
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm)
• Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 64MP (telephoto, 3x optical zoom), 50MP (ultrawide)
• Front camera: 50MP
• OS: Android 16, up to 7 Android upgrades
• Battery: 7000mAh
• Charging: 90W (wired), 80W (wireless)
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, NFC, USB Type-C 3.2

We’ll update the list periodically to ensure it remains fresh and up-to-date.

The post Every Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 phone so far: Complete list appeared first on Gizmochina.

Nubia has announced a new internal testing initiative called the “Nubia Shrimp Farmer Program,” aimed at recruiting beta testers for OpenClaw AI integration on the Nubia Z80 Ultra. Selected users will be able to test the system before the public rollout, helping Nubia refine the AI experience through real-world usage.

According to the company, the Nubia Z80 Ultra will be the world’s first smartphone to natively integrate OpenClaw. Unlike most smartphones, where AI runs as a separate app or cloud service, Nubia is embedding OpenClaw directly into the phone’s operating system. This allows the AI to interact with apps, settings, and system functions more naturally.

Ni Fei, President of the ZTE Terminal Business Unit and President of Nubia Technology, described the device as a “Gateway-type AI phone.” It supports ClawBot scenario-based applications and access to a broader Skills ecosystem, allowing the AI to automate tasks and work across multiple services. This also means AI features can run faster and handle tasks more directly within the operating system.

The Nubia Z80 Ultra, launched on October 22, features the Snapdragon 8 Ultra (5th generation) processor and a 50MP 35mm “Master Eye” main camera with a 1/1.3-inch sensor and DCG dual conversion gain HDR technology. Nubia also offers an optional photography kit for enhanced camera capabilities. The phone starts at 4,999 yuan (around $730).

Why This Matters for Users

OpenClaw could make Nubia phones feel more intelligent and proactive. Because the AI is built into the system, it can automate tasks, manage apps, and respond faster than typical AI assistants. For users, this could translate into smoother voice commands, smarter automation, and deeper AI integration across everyday phone activities rather than relying on separate AI apps.

What is OpenClaw AI?

OpenClaw is an open-source AI agent designed to do more than just answer questions. It can connect with apps, files, and online services to automate real tasks such as browsing the web, managing messages, scheduling actions, or completing multi-step workflows. In simple terms, it turns AI from a basic chatbot into a task-executing digital assistant that can actively perform actions across different apps and services.

Read More:

• OnePlus Nord 6 Leak Reveals Snapdragon 8s Gen 4, 165Hz Display, and Possible 9000mAh Battery
• Vivo X300 Pro vs OnePlus 15: One Has the Best Camera, Other the Bigger Battery
• Galaxy S26 vs Pixel 10: Which Android Flagship Is Worth Buying?

(via)

The post Nubia Z80 Ultra Becomes First Smartphone With Native OpenClaw AI Integration appeared first on Gizmochina.

Nubia has launched the Z80 Ultra globally as part of an early bird campaign, following its debut in China last month. The global version is now available for purchase with limited-time launch offers valid until December 2.

All pre-orders placed before November 18 will include a complimentary original charger and a premium protective case. Customers can also use the code Z80USAVE30 to get a £20/€20/$30 discount on any variant until December 2. In addition, Nubia is offering two optional accessories: the Z80 Ultra Retro Kit camera set priced at £109/€149/$149 and the GamePad 2 controller priced at £69/€99/$99.

Nubia Z80 Ultra features

The phone features a 6.85-inch AMOLED display with Nubia’s 8th-generation under-display camera technology. It offers a full-screen experience without notches or punch holes, 1.5K resolution, up to 2000 nits brightness, and a 144 Hz refresh rate. AI EyeCare adjusts brightness and color for comfortable viewing at any time of day.

The dual-primary camera setup includes a 35 mm customized main lens and an 18 mm ultra-wide macro lens. The Light & Shadow Master 990 sensor, adjustable aperture, and optical image stabilization deliver sharp and colorful photos across an 18–85 mm zoom range.

The Z80 Ultra runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform paired with LPDDR5X memory and UFS 4.1 storage. A 35 percent larger vapor chamber cooling system helps maintain consistent performance. The built-in RedMagic Gaming Engine supports low latency, stable frame rates, and a dedicated Gamespace mode for gaming.

Powering the phone is a 7200 mAh battery with 80 W wired and 80 W wireless fast charging, using the official Nubia charger. It features liquid-metal construction, a 3D Cryo-Steel VC cooling system, and an optional Retro Kit 2.0 with a textured grip, lens hood, and strap.

The Z80 Ultra runs on MyOS with Gemini AI, supporting tools like Circle to Search, Gemini Voice Assistant, and AI Photo Editing. Other features include IP68 and IP69 water and dust resistance, DTS Duo Box stereo speakers, magnetic NFC case support, and a dual-stage physical button for camera or gaming control.

Pricing details

Global pricing for the Nubia Z80 Ultra:

• 12 GB + 256 GB: £579 / €649 / $649
• 16 GB + 512 GB: £709 / €799 / $799
• 16 GB + 512 GB (Starry Night): £729 / €829 / $829
• 16 GB + 1 TB: £799 / €899 / $899

The Nubia Z80 Ultra is now available globally, with early bird discounts and exclusive launch accessories available until December 2.

For more daily updates, please visit our News Section.

Tech enthusiast? Get the latest news first! Follow our Telegram channel and subscribe to our free newsletter for your daily tech fix!

The post Nubia Z80 Ultra Goes Global with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, 7200mAh Battery and 80W Fast Charging appeared first on Gizmochina.

Nubia isn’t waiting long to take its latest flagship worldwide. Fresh off its China debut, the Nubia Z80 Ultra is officially set for a global launch on November 6, bringing the same hardware, performance, and battery life that have already made it a standout at home.

The rollout follows the RedMagic 11 Pro’s global release on November 3, signaling an aggressive international push for ZTE’s sub-brand. General sales are expected to begin December 3, with pre-orders offering perks like a $30/€20/£20 discount, free charger, and protective case. Early sign-ups on Nubia’s site also enter a giveaway for the Z80 Ultra, Retro Kit, or Game Pad 2.

Unlike many Chinese flagships that lose battery capacity overseas, the global Z80 Ultra keeps the same large cell as the Chinese model. It runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset built on a 3nm process, paired with up to 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.1 storage. Its 6.85-inch X10 OLED display supports a 144Hz refresh rate and 2,592Hz PWM dimming, while gaming performance benefits from the RedMagic 11 Pro’s software optimizations. Powering it all is a 7,200mAh silicon-carbon battery with 90W wired and 80W wireless charging.

For photography, Nubia packs a custom 35mm “Light and Shadow Master 990” 1/1.3-inch main sensor, an 18mm ultrawide, and a 64MP periscope telephoto with 3x optical and 50x hybrid zoom. Check out some camera samples to get a better idea of what to expect.

With its combination of flagship performance, battery life, and camera prowess, the Z80 Ultra could be one of the most balanced yet unique looking flagship of the year.

Don’t miss a thing! Join our Telegram community for instant updates and grab our free daily newsletter for the best tech stories!

For more daily updates, please visit our News Section.

(Source: Nubia)

The post Nubia Z80 Ultra global launch date, key specs confirmed appeared first on Gizmochina.

The Nubia Z80 Ultra has just been unveiled as the brand’s latest flagship smartphone. This model brings Qualcomm’s latest and greatest, a massive battery pack, an upgraded main camera, and much more. So here’s everything you need to know.

Nubia Z80 Ultra: Design & Display

Nubia’s latest premium phone appears quite similar to its predecessor. So you still get a rectangular camera module on the rear with a large cutout for the main sensor. The device has a flat side, front, and rear panel. It measures 8.6mm thick and weighs 227 grams, with an IP68 + IP69 rating for water and dust resistance. Nubia’s Z80 Ultra arrives in multiple color options, namely Phantom Black, Condensed Light White, and Starry Night Collector’s Edition. There is even a Luo Tianyi Limited Edition variant, which features a bright red design.

On the front, the device sports a tall 6.85-inch BOX X10 OLED display with a 1.5K resolution, a 144Hz refresh rate, up to 960Hz touch sampling rate, 10 bit color depth, 100 percent DCI P3 color gamut, DC dimming, 2592Hz PWM dimming, and up to 2000 nits of peak brightness. The panel also houses an in-display fingerprint scanner.

Performance

The Nubia Z80 Ultra arrives as the latest Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 powered flagship smartphone, which brings upgrades in performance, graphics, and efficiency. This high end chip is paired with up to 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM and 1TB of UFS 4.1 storage. It runs on the latest Android 16 OS based Nebula AIOS 2 custom skin out of the box. The limited edition model also offers exclusive HD wallpapers and custom boot animations, fingerprint unlocking, charging, and more.

A massive 7,200mAh battery pack powers this model, which supports 90W wired fast charging, 80W wireless fast charging, and reverse wireless charging. Other notable features include WiFi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, dual speakers, and a USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 1 port.

Camera

Nubia is known for offering powerful smartphones with its flagship lineup, but these weren’t known for their photography prowess. Only certain models got the high end camera systems. However, the company aims to improve the camera experience with the Z80 Ultra. One of the biggest improvements is to the main camera. The older Z70 Ultra packed a 1/1.56-inch main camera, which has been upgraded to a larger 50MP 1/1.3-inch OmniVision LightMaster 990 sensor.

This camera supports OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) with a wide f/1.5 aperture. It is coupled with a 50MP 1/1.55-inch ultra wide angle lens with a 120 degree field of view and an f/1.8 aperture, and a 64MP 1/2-inch periscope telephoto shooter with 15cm telephoto macro support, OIS, and an f/2.4 aperture. While the ultra wide camera is getting an upgrade, the telephoto camera appears to be identical to last year’s model.

For those looking to take photography more seriously with this device, Nubia has also introduced a new Professional Photography Kit for this model. It features a leather and titanium build with mechanical operation keys that offer the feel of a real camera. There are also various other controls for finer tuning, a T-mount for external lens support, and a filter adapter ring that lets users attach the 67mm camera filter.

Pricing and Availability

The Nubia Z80 Ultra was just unveiled in China in multiple storage configurations. It is already on sale in China, with the global release arriving soon, so here are the pricing details:

• 12GB + 512GB – 4,999 Yuan (~$702)
• 16GB + 512GB – 5,299 Yuan (~$744)
• 16GB + 1TB – 5,699 Yuan (~$800)
• 16GB + 512GB (Starry Night) – 5,599 Yuan (~$786)
• 16GB + 512GB (Luo Tianyi Limited Edition) – 5,799 Yuan (~$814)
• 16GB + 512GB (Starry Night) – 5,999 Yuan (~$842)

For more daily updates, please visit our News Section.

Tech enthusiast? Get the latest news first! Follow our Telegram channel and subscribe to our free newsletter for your daily tech fix!

The post Nubia Z80 Ultra Launched: Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Power, 7,200mAh Battery, & Bigger Main Camera appeared first on Gizmochina.

Nubia is getting ready to unveil its next flagship, the Z80 Ultra, on October 22, and as per the teasers, camera is going to be one of the key selling points of this phone.

Just days before its debut, Nubia revealed the Z80 Ultra’s key hardware details. The phone is said to feature a custom 35 mm “Light and Shadow Master 990” sensor, engineered to capture finer detail and better dynamic range. It’s paired with an 18 mm ultrawide lens and a 15cm telephoto macro module, forming a flexible triple-camera setup meant to handle just about any shooting scenario.

Nubia is also leaning on AI-driven processing to boost image quality, and for photography enthusiasts, there’ll be an optional camera kit to take things even further. Nubia has already shared a few camera samples — and they look impressive.

The rest of the package is equally ambitious. The Z80 Ultra comes with a 6.85-inch X10 display running at a 144 Hz refresh rate, with 2,592 Hz PWM dimming to reduce flicker and eye strain. Under the hood, it’s powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, backed by LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.1 storage for lightning-fast performance. Nubia has even borrowed the game engine from the RedMagic 11 Pro.

Battery life shouldn’t be an issue either. The phone packs a 7,200 mAh battery with 90 W wired and 80 W wireless fast charging.

While Nubia hasn’t shared pricing or global availability yet, those details are expected shortly after the October 22 launch. With a combination of serious camera hardware, cutting-edge internals, and gamer-friendly features, the Z80 Ultra is shaping up to be one of the most exciting Android flagships of the year.

Don’t miss a thing! Join our Telegram community for instant updates and grab our free daily newsletter for the best tech stories!

For more daily updates, please visit our News Section.

(Source: Nubia on Weibo)

The post Nubia Z80 Ultra specs officially revealed appeared first on Gizmochina.

Nubia is gearing up for the official release of the Z80 Ultra on October 22nd at 2:00 PM, and ahead of the event, the company has revealed a special Luo Tianyi Limited Edition of the device. 

For those unaware, Luo Tianyi is a well-known virtual singer under Vsinger, who has a large fanbase in China’s virtual idol community.

The Z80 Ultra Luo Tianyi Limited Edition features a bold red finish and an anime-inspired graphic that stretches across the back panel. The design centers around Luo Tianyi’s character art and symbolic elements. 

The device has “LUO TIANYI” graphics and text at the bottom as a stamp of collaboration. Beyond this edition, the Z80 Ultra will also come in White, Phantom Black, and a Starry Sky Collector’s Edition.

Nubia Z80 Ultra Specifications

The Z80 Ultra is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset paired with LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.1 storage, plus the same gaming engine found in Red Magic phones.

The phone features a fifth-generation native 35mm custom optical lens, an exclusive 18mm ultra-wide camera, and a periscope telephoto system with 15cm telephoto macro, backed by a professional photography kit and AI-powered image modeling. Here are the camera samples shared by the company.

Up front, the Z80 Ultra uses a 6.85-inch full-screen display with a 144Hz refresh rate, 2592Hz PWM dimming, SGS low-blue-light certification, and AI twilight eye protection for more comfortable viewing. All this is fueled by a 7200mAh battery and 90W wired / 80W wireless fast charging.

For more daily updates, please visit our News Section.

Stay ahead in tech! Join our Telegram community and sign up for our daily newsletter of top stories.

The post Nubia reveals Luo Tianyi Limited Edition of the Z80 Ultra appeared first on Gizmochina.

As the smartphone photography race heats up, Nubia is bringing something fresh to the table with its upcoming Z80 Ultra, launching on October 22 in China. The Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5-powered flagship isn’t just another spec-heavy device — it’s also getting a throwback-inspired accessory that turns it into a retro-style camera. This add-on photography kit includes swappable lenses and a tactile shooting experience, appealing to enthusiasts who crave vintage charm with modern performance.

Building on the Z70S Ultra’s accessory system, Nubia’s new “professional photography kit” keeps a familiar design but adds a few meaningful upgrades. It attaches to the phone using a quick-release grip, instantly transforming the Z80 Ultra into a compact camera. There’s a dedicated shutter button on the top plate with a satisfying mechanical click, along with extra dials and buttons that give users a hands-on shooting feel — something longtime photographers will appreciate.

The standout feature, though, is the set of interchangeable lenses and filters that fit over the Z80 Ultra’s primary camera. Nubia includes two lenses in the kit — one for sharper portraits and another that enhances macro or telephoto shots. There’s also an optional lens that mimics an ultrawide perspective. A bundled filter adds creative flexibility, and Nubia has hinted that more filters could arrive later. Together, these accessories are designed to complement the phone’s triple-camera setup (18mm ultra-wide, 35mm main, and 70mm telephoto), which already delivers detailed, high-contrast images.

The photography kit will debut alongside the Z80 Ultra on October 22, though the pricing hasn’t been disclosed yet. Given that the Z70S Ultra’s kit was reasonably priced, this one could follow a similar path. For anyone who misses the feel of classic cameras but still wants cutting-edge mobile tech, Nubia’s latest experiment might be worth keeping an eye on.

Don’t miss a thing! Join our Telegram community for instant updates and grab our free daily newsletter for the best tech stories!

For more daily updates, please visit our News Section.

(Source: 1, 2, 3)

The post Nubia Z80 Ultra photography kit turns it into a retro camera appeared first on Gizmochina.

In the increasingly competitive world of smartphone photography, Nubia is preparing to throw down a wild card. With its launch just around the corner, Nubia’s teasers are promising “natural imaging” and bold hardware upgrades of the Z80 Ultra. But can it truly deliver professional-level results—or will it end up as another flashy experiment?

Nubia has already confirmed the triple-camera setup through its latest teasers. The configuration includes a 35mm main shooter (50MP OV990 sensor, 1/1.3-inch, f/1.7 aperture) paired with a 18mm ultra-wide (1/1.55-inch sensor, f/1.8 aperture), and a 70mm telephoto lens (f/2.4, OIS, up to 50x hybrid zoom via 12x digital crop)

The biggest leap is with the ultra-wide lens, which replaces the Z70S Ultra’s narrower 13mm f/2.0 camera. The larger sensor should capture more light and produce less distortion, aided by an upgraded lens correction algorithm.

The sample images suggest Nubia is prioritizing authenticity over heavy processing. The main 35mm camera shows realistic colors and natural contrast. Some previews, however, appear slightly soft in detail—likely due to compression in teaser posts. Nubia’s sub-brand Red Magic recently released camera samples of its upcoming 11 Pro+, which also tells a similar story.

The 18mm ultra-wide produces balanced tones and reliable white balance in daylight, though its perspective leans more “wide” than “ultra.” Samples from the telephoto camera show strong contrast and clean subject separation with minimal noise.

Set to debut on October 22 in China, the Z80 Ultra builds on the Z70S Ultra’s design language, retaining its sleek, curved edges and dedicated shutter button that evoke a retro camera feel. Design tweaks are subtle, mostly revolving around a reshaped camera module that keeps the look familiar but refined.

Under the hood, the phone runs on Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, backed by a rumored 7,200mAh battery, which could give it an edge in endurance over rival flagships.

For creators who value an immersive display and camera realism over algorithmic gloss, the Z80 Ultra might just be the sleeper hit to watch this season.

Don’t miss a thing! Join our Telegram community for instant updates and grab our free daily newsletter for the best tech stories!

For more daily updates, please visit our News Section.

(Source)

The post Nubia Z80 Ultra camera samples from all three lenses revealed appeared first on Gizmochina.

Nubia is among the brands preparing to launch new Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5-powered smartphones. These include the Red Magic 11 Pro series and the Nubia Z80 Ultra. One of the main highlights of Nubia’s flagship lineup is its notch-less design that delivers a truly full-screen experience, made possible by the inclusion of an under-display camera. In addition to this, both upcoming flagships are expected to feature large batteries.

Nubia Z80 Ultra’s battery size revealed

According to recent reports, the Red Magic 11 Pro series will be the only Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 phone to feature an enormous 8,000mAh battery. Now, a new leak from Weibo has revealed that the Nubia Z80 Ultra will pack a sizeable 7,200mAh battery.

Despite housing such a large battery, the Nubia Z80 Ultra will maintain an impressive design profile, measuring just 7.8mm in thickness and weighing around 225 grams. The phone will support 90W wired fast charging along with wireless charging capabilities.

Nubia Z80 Ultra specifications (rumored)

Reports indicate that the Nubia Z80 Ultra will come with up to 16GB of RAM and run on Nebula AIOS-based Android 16. It is said to feature a 144Hz flat AMOLED display with a 1.5K resolution, delivering a smooth and immersive viewing experience.

For photography, the device is expected to include a 50-megapixel main camera with a 35mm focal length, a 1/1.55-inch 50-megapixel ultra-wide camera, and an OmniVision OV64B periscope telephoto lens. On the front, it may house a 16-megapixel under-display selfie camera, preserving the full-screen aesthetic.

The Red Magic 11 Pro series is scheduled to debut on Oct. 17 in China, while the Nubia Z80 Ultra is expected to go official on Oct. 22. The Z80 Ultra will be available in shades, such as Phantom Black, Glacial White, and a Starry Collector’s Edition variant.

For more daily updates, please visit our News Section.

Stay ahead in tech! Join our Telegram community and sign up for our daily newsletter of top stories.

The post Nubia Z80 Ultra tipped to pack 7,200mAh battery inside 7.8mm slim body appeared first on Gizmochina.

Nubia recently confirmed that the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5-powered gaming phones, the Red Magic 11 Pro series, will be unveiled on Oct. 17 in China. Now, the brand has also confirmed that its next flagship, the photography-focused Nubia Z80 Ultra, will debut on Oct. 22 in the country. The official teaser not only confirms the launch date but also gives a first look at its sleek design and finish.

Nubia Z80 Ultra design and color options

The Nubia Z80 Ultra continues the brand’s tradition of a true full-screen experience, thanks to its under-display front camera, leaving the display completely notch-free. The front panel maintains a minimalist design with ultra-thin bezels, while the back design refines what was seen on last year’s Z70 Ultra.

The phone will be available in three colour variants: Phantom Black, Glacial White, and Starry Collector’s Edition.

Nubia Z80 Ultra specifications (rumored)

It is speculated that a Nubia device bearing model number NX741J, which was spotted on Geekbench with the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, could be the upcoming Nubia Z80 Ultra. The listing also revealed that the device is equipped with 16GB of RAM and runs Android 16 out of the box.

For imaging, the Nubia Z80 Ultra will feature a triple rear camera system, including a 50-megapixel 35mm main lens, a 1/1.55-inch ultra-wide camera, and a periscope telephoto sensor. The ultra-wide sensor offers f/1.8 aperture and 1μm pixels, promising improved edge distortion control.

On the display front, it will support a 144Hz flat AMOLED screen with an under-display camera. Powering the phone is a large 7,100mAh battery that supports 90W fast charging, though its 3C certification lists a 94.5W charger in the box.

For more daily updates, please visit our News Section.

Stay ahead in tech! Join our Telegram community and sign up for our daily newsletter of top stories.

The post Nubia Z80 Ultra with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 to launch on October 22, official images emerge appeared first on Gizmochina.

Nubia will announce multiple flagship phones this month in China. While the Red Magic 11 Pro and 11 Pro+ gaming phones equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 are slated to debut on Oct. 17, it will also announce the Z80 Ultra, a camera-focused flagship, by the end of the month. Ahead of the launch, the Z80 Ultra has appeared in the databases of Geekbench and 3C certification.

Nubia Z80 Ultra Geekbench, 3C listings

As can be seen above, a new Nubia device bearing the model number NX741J has surfaced in the databases of Geekbench and 3C. Reports have revealed that this model number belongs to the upcoming Nubia Z80 Ultra.

The benchmark listing confirms that it features the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, 16GB of RAM, and Android 16. It scored 3,669 in the single-core test and 11,309 in the multi-core test. On the other hand, the 3C certification reveals that it may ship with a 94.5W fast charger. However, reports claim that it will support 90W wired charging.

Apart from the Red Magic 11 Pro series, the Z80 Ultra will be the only Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 flagship phone to offer a truly full-screen experience, as it will be equipped with an under-display selfie camera. Its rear camera setup is expected to feature a 50-megapixel main camera with a 35mm lens, a 1/1.55-inch ultra-wide lens, and a periscope telephoto camera.

As per reports, the Z80 Ultra will house a massive 7,100mAh battery. The rest of its specs remain under wraps.

For more daily updates, please visit our News Section.

Stay ahead in tech! Join our Telegram community and sign up for our daily newsletter of top stories.

The post Nubia Z80 Ultra Geekbench, 3C listings appear well before launch appeared first on Gizmochina.

Nubia is preparing the Z80 Ultra, its next camera-focused flagship, and the company has started dropping hints about what to expect. The new device will follow the Z70S Ultra, which launched earlier this year with an under-display selfie camera and a main lens designed to mimic the look of a 35mm camera.

According to Nubia manager Zhang Lei, the Z80 Ultra will once again feature a display without a notch or punch-hole, keeping the full-screen experience intact. The front camera will still sit under the panel, but improvements to the technology should deliver clearer selfies and reduce the hazy effect that earlier versions sometimes produced. The display itself is expected to refresh at 144Hz, with touch sampling speeds that can peak as high as 3,000Hz in gaming mode.

As for imaging improvements, the phone features a larger 1/1.55-inch ultrawide sensor, compared to the 1/2.88-inch sensor used in the Z70 Ultra, Z70S Ultra, and many competing flagships such as the Xiaomi 17 Pro (1/2.76-inch) or the Galaxy S25 Ultra (1/2.5-inch). Nubia is highlighting that the Z80 Ultra doesn’t compromise on its ultrawide camera—an area where many rivals still cut corners—giving its system a clear advantage in certain shooting scenarios.

Company executives also confirmed that the phone will be powered by Qualcomm’s new Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, which delivers gains across CPU, GPU, and AI performance. Qualcomm says the chip offers around 20% faster CPU speeds, a 23% boost in GPU performance, and a 37% improvement in NPU efficiency.

The battery capacity is rumored to increase to 7,100mAh, up from the 6150 mAh of the Z70 Ultra and 6600 mAh of the Z70S Ultra. The Z80 Ultra is tipped to arrive in November.

Don’t miss a thing! Join our Telegram community for instant updates and grab our free daily newsletter for the best tech stories!

For more daily updates, please visit our News Section.

(Sources: 1, 2, 3)

The post Nubia Z80 Ultra chipset, major camera upgrade officially confirmed; camera sample revealed appeared first on Gizmochina.

Nubia recently confirmed that the Red Magic 11 will be announced in October in China. Apart from the gaming-focused phone, the brand is also expected to be working on the Z80 Ultra, which will be a photography-focused offering. Its arrival seems to be close at hand as the device has received approval from the MIIT certification platform in China. Additionally, tipster Smart Pikachu has shared key details about the device’s specifications.

Nubia Z80 Ultra CMIIT certified

As can be seen above, an upcoming Nubia phone bearing the model number NX741J has been approved by China’s MIIT authority. It is speculated that this device could be called the Nubia Z80 Ultra when it hits the market.

Nubia Z80 Ultra key specifications (rumored)

According to tipster Smart Pikachu, the upcoming Z80 Ultra will feature a customized upgraded periscope telephoto camera alongside a “photographer’s edition” primary camera. It will be equipped with a new-generation full-screen display, which will probably have an under-display selfie camera like its predecessor.

It is also expected to house a very large battery of around 7,000mAh capacity. While the other specs of the device remain a mystery, it is expected to feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 SoC.

To recall, the Nubia Z70 Ultra was unveiled in November 2024. With CMIIT certification already done, it appears that the Z80 Ultra may launch as early as next month (October) in China.

In related news, the Nubia Red Magic 11 is set for an October launch. It will arrive with seven key improvements: first-ever IP68 water resistance, an upgraded active fan cooling system, the powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, a larger 8,000mAh battery, a new gaming-focused touch control chip, a true full-screen display with an under-display camera, and a refreshed cyberpunk-inspired design with 3D micro-engraving and RGB lighting.

For more daily updates, please visit our News Section.

Stay ahead in tech! Join our Telegram community and sign up for our daily newsletter of top stories.

The post Nubia Z80 Ultra bags CMIIT certification, key specifications tipped appeared first on Gizmochina.

Nubia may be gearing up for the release of its next Ultra phone, the Z80 Ultra. A new leak suggests the device will pack cutting-edge hardware, including a next-generation Qualcomm chip, an improved under-display selfie camera, and a battery that could outlast most flagships on the market. The phone is expected to launch towards the end of this year.

According to reliable tipster Digital Chat Station on Weibo, the Z80 Ultra—expected to succeed last year’s Z70 Ultra—will pack an improved under-display front camera. This feature allows for a full-screen experience without punch holes or notches, maintaining a clean 1.5K display.

Under the hood, the Z80 Ultra could be one of the first phones to feature Qualcomm’s upcoming Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 processor, which is set to be announced in September 2025. Early benchmark leaks suggest a notable jump in performance, with the chip reportedly hitting 3.8 million points on AnTuTu—over 50% higher than the Z70 Ultra’s score of around 2.5 million.

The rear camera setup reportedly includes at least two 50MP sensors—a main camera and a periscope telephoto. However, the tipster didn’t share any specifics about the sensors or lenses.

Moving on, the Z80 Ultra is said to pack a significantly larger battery—over 7,100mAh compared to 6,150mAh in its predecessor. It’s reportedly a single-cell silicon-carbon unit, which, if accurate, could deliver multi-day battery life even with heavy use—an appealing upgrade for gamers and power users alike.

While RAM and storage details haven’t leaked yet, the Z80 Ultra is expected to carry over key design elements from its predecessor, such as an IP68/IP69-rated build and a high-refresh-rate 144Hz AMOLED display.

Nubia hasn’t officially confirmed any of these details yet, but if the brand follows its usual schedule, the Z80 Ultra could launch in November 2025. With a combination of cutting-edge specs and unique design features like an invisible selfie camera, the Z80 Ultra might be one of the most distinctive flagships to close out the year.

Don’t miss a thing! Join our Telegram community for instant updates and grab our free daily newsletter for the best tech stories!

For more daily updates, please visit our News Section.

(Source: DCS on Weibo)

The post Nubia Z80 Ultra spec leak: Snapdragon 8 Elite 2, 7,100mAh+ battery, and improved UDC appeared first on Gizmochina.