Nubia·Flagship · Released Mar 2022

Z40 Pro

A 35 mm custom-sensor flagship with under-display ambitions and 144 Hz.

78/ 100 SpecEagle score
From
$650
Color · Black
Display
6.67" AMOLED 144 Hz
Chipset
Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
Memory
8 GB · 256 GB
Main cam
64 MP 35 mm · OIS
Battery
5,000 mAh
Weight
199 g
Quick answer

The Nubia Z40 Pro is a flagship Nubia smartphone released Mar 2022, with a launch price of $650. It pairs the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 with a 6.67" AMOLED 144 Hz display, a 64 MP 35 mm · OIS main camera and a 5,000 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 78/100 — Nubia's 35 mm photographer's flagship. Standout strengths: 35 mm-equivalent custom main — natural perspective. and 5× periscope telephoto. Main trade-off: myos less polished than rivals.

AI Snapshot

Nubia's 35 mm photographer's flagship.

Z40 Pro built its identity around a 35 mm-equivalent custom main lens — a focal length photographers love — plus a 5× periscope. The hardware was ambitious; MyOS polish and global support were the gaps.

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Subscores · 0–100
Display86
Camera80
Performance84
Battery80
Build78
Value78
  • 35 mm-equivalent custom main — natural perspective.
  • 5× periscope telephoto.
  • 80 W charging.
  • Up to 18 GB RAM config.

Full specifications

Type
AMOLED, 144 Hz, curved
Size
6.67 inches
Resolution
2,400 × 1,080 px (FHD+)
Main
64 MP, f/1.6, 35 mm equiv (Sony IMX787), OIS
Ultrawide
50 MP, f/2.2
Telephoto
8 MP, f/3.4 (5× periscope)
Selfie
16 MP

Benchmarks

vs 2025 flagship class average
AnTuTu v9
Δ class avg -38.3%
This
1,000,000
Class avg
1,620,000
Geekbench 6 Single
Δ class avg -41.4%
This
1,700
Class avg
2,900
Geekbench 6 Multi
Δ class avg -45.7%
This
4,400
Class avg
8,100

How the Z40 Pro compares

Z40 ProiPhone 13 miniRedMagic 9S Pro
SpecEagle score787880
ChipsetSnapdragon 8 Gen 1Apple A15 BionicSnapdragon 8 Gen 3 Leading
Display6.67" AMOLED 144 Hz5.4" OLED 60 Hz6.8" AMOLED 120 Hz
Main camera64 MP 35 mm · OIS12 MP · f/1.650 MP
Battery5,000 mAh2,406 mAh6,500 mAh
Launch price$650$699$649

Frequently asked questions

When was the Z40 Pro released?

The Z40 Pro was released in Mar 2022.

How much does the Z40 Pro cost?

The Z40 Pro launched at $650 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).

What is the Z40 Pro screen size and type?

The Z40 Pro has a 6.67" AMOLED 144 Hz display.

What chipset does the Z40 Pro use?

The Z40 Pro is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset.

How much RAM and storage does the Z40 Pro have?

The Z40 Pro ships with 8 GB · 256 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.

What is the Z40 Pro battery capacity?

The Z40 Pro has a 5,000 mAh battery.

How fast does the Z40 Pro charge?

The Z40 Pro supports 80 W wired charging.

What is the Z40 Pro main camera?

The Z40 Pro has a 64 MP 35 mm · OIS main camera.

Does the Z40 Pro have a telephoto zoom camera?

Yes — the Z40 Pro includes a dedicated telephoto camera: 8 MP, f/3.4 (5× periscope).

Does the Z40 Pro have a headphone jack?

The Z40 Pro does not have a 3.5 mm headphone jack.

How long will the Z40 Pro get software updates?

The Z40 Pro update policy: 2 OS + 3 yr security.

How much does the Z40 Pro weigh?

The Z40 Pro weighs 199 g.

What colours does the Z40 Pro come in?

The Z40 Pro is available in 3 colours: Black, Gray, Star Blue.

Is the Z40 Pro worth buying?

Z40 Pro built its identity around a 35 mm-equivalent custom main lens — a focal length photographers love — plus a 5× periscope. The hardware was ambitious; MyOS polish and global support were the gaps. SpecEagle gives the Z40 Pro an editorial score of 78/100.

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