Nubia 5 Specifications, Tests and Review

Display
5", 1920 x 1080
Front Camera
2 Megapixel
Main Camera
13 Megapixel
Operating System
Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean)
Storage
16 GB
RAM
2 GB
Processor
Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro
Battery
2300 mAh

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DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Nubia 5
Product Type Smartphone
Form Factor Touch
Height 138 mm Better than 52 % of phones rated.
Width 68.6 mm Better than 51 % of phones rated.
Depth 7.4 mm Better than 95 % of phones rated.
Weight 127.9 g Better than 63 % of phones rated.
Body Colour Available in different colours
Waterproof (Water-resistant) -
SAR Value 0.23 W/kg (head), 1.1 W/kg (body)
Connector Type Headset jack - mini-phone 3.5mm
Micro-USB - 5 pin Micro-USB Type B
SIM Card Type (Size) Micro SIM

The Nubia 5 has a height of 138 mm, a width of 68.6 mm and a thickness of 7.4 mm. The weight of the phone is 127.9 g.

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DISPLAY Nubia 5
Display Type LCD display
Display Technology IPS
Screen Size (Display Size) 5" Better than 56 % of phones rated.
Screen Resolution (Display Resolution) 1920 x 1080 pixels Better than 79 % of phones rated.
Display Format Full HD
Pixel Density 443 ppi Better than 79 % of phones rated.
Display Protection (Screen Protector) Corning Gorilla Glass (scratch resistant glass)

The screen size reaches 5" inches. Phones with smaller displays are easier to use with one hand. The experience is less pleasant compared to phones with large displays. However, if you're buying a phone for basic use and don't want, for example, a good gaming experience or a large screen for watching movies, this size should be good enough for you. The disadvantage of LCD displays is the relatively lower color contrast displayed, as the technology cannot display absolute black well. Also due to the higher power consumption, LCD displays are no longer as common in phones. Even so, some manufacturers still equip their phones with LCD technology. However, modern smartphones are already using OLED technology. The advantage of LCD phones is that they tend to be cheaper to build than OLED technology.

Display Resolution of Nubia 5 is 1920 x 1080 pixels. A higher display resolution is a prerequisite for a sharper image. The standard for mid-range phones today is a Full HD resolution of 1920 × 1080 px. Cheaper phones, which usually have a smaller diagonal, have an HD resolution of 1280 × 720 px. Smaller resolutions can only be found in older models. Best phones, on the other hand, have a 4K resolution of 3840 x 2160 px. Display´s pixel density is 443 ppi and represents another significant factor affecting image sharpness besides resolution. The higher the value, the sharper the image. Average value is currently about 350-400 ppi, which guarantees a fine and sufficiently sharp image. Finest modern phone displays reach 450 ppi and above.

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PROCESSOR Nubia 5
Processor Type (CPU) Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro
Processor Number APQ8064
Clock Speed 1.5 GHz Better than 54 % of phones rated.
Processor Core Qty Quad-core Worse than 57 % of phones rated.
Graphics System (GPU) Qualcomm ADRENO 320

Nubia 5 is equipped with Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro. The number of processor cores is 4. It is a number of cores that plays an important role in evaluating the performance of phone as it is responsible for computing operations. Smartphones already commonly have a core count of around 4 to 8. Multi-core processors can perform better and reduce the processing time of a request to a minimum, which is reflected in the responsiveness of the phone, e.g. in the speed of opening applications. The processor frequency indicates how many instructions phone can process in 1 second. The higher the frequency, the better the performance. Standard processor frequency range today is between 1.8 GHz and 2.8 GHz. Nubia 5 reaches the frequency of 1.5 GHz.

The processor also includes the graphics accelerator Qualcomm ADRENO 320.

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MEMORY Nubia 5
RAM 2 GB Better than 55 % of phones rated.
Internal Memory Size (Storage Capacity) 16 GB Worse than 53 % of phones rated.

The phone´s internal memory capacity is 16 GB. The size of the internal storage determines e.g., how many photos, songs, movies, or applications you can store on your phone. This memory capacity is ideal for those who have a few basic apps and a few dozen photos on their phone. If you don't expect to use your phone to play games or need to store high-resolution photos, this size should be sufficient. There is almost no probability you're likely to see this low capacity on new smartphones. The standard memory today is around 64 and 128 GB. The best phones have internal memory of 256 GB or more. Luckily, most smartphone manufacturers nowadays offer models with different memory sizes to suit every user.

RAM memory of the Nubia 5 is 2 GB. Most powerful phones currently have an operating memory of 12 GB or more, which is especially useful for demanding users such as gaming enthusiasts. Normally, phones nowadays have 6 to 8 GB of RAM, which means that the phone can easily handle normal operation and more demanding applications. Operating memory of less than 4 GB is found in lower-end phones or older models, and they are suitable for low-end users who don't use demanding applications and have the phone more for basic use.

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CAMERA Nubia 5
MAIN CAMERA
Number of Main Cameras 1
Sensor Resolution 13 Megapixel Better than 78 % of phones rated.
Lens Aperture F/2.2 Worse than 73 % of phones rated.
Focus Adjustment Automatic
Camera Modes Panoramic pictures
Face Recognition (Face ID) Face detection Better than 79 % of phones rated.
Light Source LED light
Video Resolutions 1920 x 1080 (1080p)
FRONT CAMERA
Number of Front Cameras 1
Sensor Resolution (Front) 2 Megapixel Worse than 81 % of phones rated.

The rear camera of the Nubia 5 has only one lens. Single lens is more typical for older phones or lower-end phones with lower quality cameras. The rear cameras of modern phones nowadays are usually equipped with two, three and sometimes even five rear camera lenses. The resolution of the main lens is 13 Megapixel. Higher resolution does not necessarily mean super high quality photos. Furthermore, it depends on the pixel size but also on other important factors. The aperture of main lens reaches F/2.2 value. The best phones have a lens with an aperture of up to F/1.5, where more light can pass through sensor and photos will be of a high quality even in low light conditions. However, lenses with apertures around F/1.8 to F/2.2 are the most common. The lower the number after the slash, the better the photo quality. Some users will also appreciate facial recognition feature, which allows camera to recognise the face of person in frame and automatically focus on it.

Front camera
The front camera of phone Nubia 5 has one lens. This number of lenses is standard on most smartphones nowadays. The resolution of front lens reaches 2 Megapixel. Again, it should be noted that resolution is only one of several other significant factors that affect resulting quality of a photo.

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BATTERY AND CHARGING Nubia 5
Battery Capacity (Battery Size) 2300 mAh Better than 53 % of phones rated.

The battery size of Nubia 5 is 2300 mAh. Nevertheless, battery capacity is not the only factor that affects the phone's battery life. For example - the size of the display, the performance of the processor, the use of data functions and, of course, the intensity of use of phone in general all have a significant impact on battery life. Standard for most smartphones today is a battery capacity of around 4500 to 5000 mAH. Phones with this battery size usually guarantee a phone life of at least 1 day. Older or cheaper smartphone models can then reach battery capacities typically around 2500 mAH and below. With this capacity, you may find that if you use your phone heavily, you may need to recharge your phone during the day.

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CELLULAR Nubia 5
Technology WCDMA (UMTS) / GSM
Mobile Broadband Generation 3G Worse than 64 % of phones rated.
Operating System Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean)

Nubia 5 supports 3G. 5G connectivity, which is slowly replacing standard 4G connectivity, is still more the preserve of the latest phones. The operating system in this case is Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean).

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COMMUNICATIONS Nubia 5
Data Transmission GPRS, EDGE, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+
2G Band 850 GSM, 900 GSM, 1800 GSM, 1900 GSM
Wireless Interface IEEE 802.11b/g/n
Bluetooth Bluetooth 4.0
NFC Yes Better than 66 % of phones rated.
Communication Features Mobile Email client, Internet browser
Messaging Services SMS, MMS

Fans of modern technology will appreciate NFC function, which allows, among other things, contactless mobile phone payments, but also finds other uses in connectivity, such as unlocking the door or loading the menu in restaurant using the NFC tag. Basic connectivity standards also include Bluetooth 4.0, making it easy to communicate wirelessly with other devices such as headphones, tablets, speakers and smartwatches.

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MEDIA Nubia 5
Supported Digital Audio Standards WAV, MP3
Supported Digital Video Standards MPEG-4, H.264, H.263
Sound Enhancements Dolby sound technology
FEATURES Nubia 5
Phone Functions Speakerphone, call timer, conference call, flight mode, vibrating alert
OTHERS Nubia 5
Included Accessories Power adapter
Compliant Standards FCC, HAC (Hearing Aid Compatible)

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