Z40 Pro
A 35 mm custom-sensor flagship with under-display ambitions and 144 Hz.
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.
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.
Read the full review- 35 mm-equivalent custom main — natural perspective.
- 5× periscope telephoto.
- 80 W charging.
- Up to 18 GB RAM config.
Full specifications
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How the Z40 Pro compares
| Z40 Pro | iPhone 13 mini | RedMagic 9S Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 78 | 78 | 80 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | Apple A15 Bionic | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Leading |
| Display | 6.67" AMOLED 144 Hz | 5.4" OLED 60 Hz | 6.8" AMOLED 120 Hz |
| Main camera | 64 MP 35 mm · OIS | 12 MP · f/1.6 | 50 MP |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 2,406 mAh | 6,500 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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