Nubia·Flagship · Released Jun 2016

Z11

Bezel-less FiT flagship with Snapdragon 820.

74/ 100 SpecEagle score
From
$380
Color · Black Gold
Display
5.5" FHD IPS, aRC bezel-less
Chipset
Snapdragon 820
RAM
4/6 GB
Storage
64/128 GB
Battery
3000 mAh, QC3.0
Main camera
16 MP IMX298
Weight
162 g
Quick answer

The Nubia Z11 is a flagship Nubia smartphone released Jun 2016, with a launch price of $380. It pairs the Snapdragon 820 with a 5.5" FHD IPS, aRC bezel-less display, a 16 MP IMX298 main camera and a 3000 mAh, QC3.0 battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 74/100 — The bezel-less pioneer. Standout strengths: arc bezel-less edge looked futuristic in 2016 and snapdragon 820 + ois camera. Main trade-off: edge gestures caused accidental touches.

AI Snapshot

The bezel-less pioneer.

Nubia Z11 used an arc refractive coating to make its side bezels visually vanish — an "edgeless" look years before curved-screen flagships. The FiT edge-touch gestures and OIS camera made it a striking ZTE-backed flagship of 2016.

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Subscores · 0–100
Display78
Camera72
Performance84
Battery70
Build80
  • aRC bezel-less edge looked futuristic in 2016
  • Snapdragon 820 + OIS camera
  • FiT edge-touch gestures

Full specifications

Type
IPS LCD, aRC 2.5D bezel-less edge
Size
5.5 inches
Resolution
1080 x 1920 px
Edge
FiT 2.0 edge-touch gestures
Main
16 MP Sony IMX298, f/2.0, OIS, PDAF
Selfie
8 MP

Benchmarks

vs 2025 flagship class average
AnTuTu v6
Δ class avg -92.0%
This
130,000
Class avg
1,620,000

How the Z11 compares

Z11Moto G85Z17
SpecEagle score747476
ChipsetSnapdragon 820SD 6s Gen 3Snapdragon 835
Display5.5" FHD IPS, aRC bezel-less6.67" pOLED 120 Hz5.5" FHD IPS, bezel-less
Main camera16 MP IMX29850 MP · f/1.812 MP + 23 MP dual
Battery3000 mAh, QC3.05,000 mAh3200 mAh, 25W NeoCharge
Launch price$380$299$430

Frequently asked questions

When was the Z11 released?

The Z11 was released in Jun 2016.

How much does the Z11 cost?

The Z11 launched at $380 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).

What is the Z11 screen size and type?

The Z11 has a 5.5" FHD IPS, aRC bezel-less display.

What chipset does the Z11 use?

The Z11 is powered by the Snapdragon 820 chipset.

How much RAM and storage does the Z11 have?

The Z11 ships with 4/6 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.

What is the Z11 battery capacity?

The Z11 has a 3000 mAh, QC3.0 battery.

What is the Z11 main camera?

The Z11 has a 16 MP IMX298 main camera.

Does the Z11 have a headphone jack?

The Z11 has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.

How much does the Z11 weigh?

The Z11 weighs 162 g.

What colours does the Z11 come in?

The Z11 is available in 2 colours: Black Gold, Silver.

Is the Z11 worth buying?

Nubia Z11 used an arc refractive coating to make its side bezels visually vanish — an "edgeless" look years before curved-screen flagships. The FiT edge-touch gestures and OIS camera made it a striking ZTE-backed flagship of 2016. SpecEagle gives the Z11 an editorial score of 74/100.

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