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Best Phone Only Tech Nerds Know About? | Nubia Z60 Ultra Review

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Reviewing ZTE's Nubia Z60 Ultra, a premium smartphone taking on Samsung's S24 Plus and Ultra at a more friendly price. Here's my verdict on the camera setup, gaming chops and the Nubia Z60 Ultra's everyday experience.
So, 2024 has been a busy year for phones with dozens already hitting the UK. I've had loads of requests to test the Nubia Z60 Ultra, which landed just before the Xiaomi 14, Magic 6 Pro and other big rivals. Well, good news! I've had my SIM in this ZTE smartphone for a week, using it as my full time smartphone.
The triple lens camera is quietly dependable in day or night, although the app is a bit clunky and you'll want to fiddle with the settings. The Nubia Z60 Ultra should suit most everyday snappers and features plenty of modes and bonus features for more advanced photographers.
Gamers will love the smooth performance on demanding titles like Genshin Impact and that extensive gaming mode. However, I have seen a more stable frame rate on other Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 phones like the Red Magic. As for battery life, the Nubia Z60 Ultra doesn't disappoint, delivering two days of play between charges.
So that's the Nubia Z60 Ultra - are you tempted by this more affordable flagship option?
ZTE Nubia Z60 Ultra Review Chapters:
0:00 - Most requested phone review!
1:04 - Design
2:58 - MyOS 14 & features
5:21 - Display & audio
6:52 - Performance & gaming
7:44 - Battery life
8:49 - Cameras
12:34 - Verdict

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@jonas1151 3 ай бұрын

I can unironically only trust the reviews of a man that uses anime backgrounds on his review units.

@hidayat_143 3 ай бұрын

How about flossy carter?

@bang5284 3 ай бұрын

ikr

@ALPHA-nn2ko 3 ай бұрын

I can relate to that.

@ChinchillaBONK 3 ай бұрын

i concur. Cultured folk stay together

@cybertron50 3 ай бұрын

* bald😂😂

@dankshank 3 ай бұрын

got hooked to your content because of your verbal presentation, it makes your content unique. listening to you feels like hearing about tech from your friend from the hood. honestly you keep it up and dont give any thoughts to them critics.

@Wonderpalm1979 3 ай бұрын

I don't care how incapable the under display selfie cam is, this is still the implementation I want. Really they could just remove the damned thing altogether from where I'm sitting...

@Hzuuuu 3 ай бұрын

Still waiting for the day for a flagship phone without any camera at all to come out. Replace all of that with battery and crazy thermal solution instead.

@JuaniPodrido 3 ай бұрын

@@Hzuuuuit wouldn't sell. That's a big selling point for flagship phones,

@Hzuuuu 3 ай бұрын

@@JuaniPodrido For most people, yes. That's the selling point. A phone that has everything. I don't need everything. I only need some of them. But as you said, it won't sell. Someone like me who doesn't need a camera will never have any other option. What I have instead now is an illusion of choice lol.

@BeyondtheHive33 3 ай бұрын

Same. Never used a selfie cam in my life, removing it altogether would be fine by me. That's what I love about my Oppo Reno 10 x Zoom, not only beautiful build quality & design for it's day but a full screen experience & selfie cam tucked away like it doesn't exist.

@albertxion513 3 ай бұрын

@@HzuuuuThe Razer Edge 5G is kinda large but it could work for this application.

@SweUnicorn 3 ай бұрын

its a fantastic phone so far! had it now almost 2 weeks and i love the battery life! its a good camera set up and the phone is perfect for media and gaming! also IR blaster, IP68 rating and 80w charging for that price is really good! pre-installed screen protector, case and charger ofc IN THE BOX where it belongs.

@Haidier83 3 ай бұрын

Me too except the ugliest selfie camera i ever had....now I use rear camera for selfie and imagine the quality 😉

@KANWALJEETSINGH-ci3pm 3 ай бұрын

Hi m planning to buy this phone, did u feel any heating problem, some reviews say it can't complete stress test bcz of overheating....

@SweUnicorn 3 ай бұрын

@@KANWALJEETSINGH-ci3pm no, not at all.

@simplysimple2057 3 ай бұрын

@@KANWALJEETSINGH-ci3pmheat is completely fine, I think they had an update. I don't play Genshin Impact for hours but so far it's never gotten uncomfortably warm

@kit03190 3 ай бұрын

How about the os? All good?

@maxberry4244 3 ай бұрын

Of the devices you've reviewed so far this year, what would you personally choose if you had to pick a daily driver to use for a couple of years?

@ProjectDefi 3 ай бұрын

I like how it looks and a bump that keeps your phone flat when on a table is smart

@oliversimon3634 3 ай бұрын

I had the phone for a month now and I'm very happy with it I have not encountered any bugs the software is simple yes, but it's also bloatfree and customisable

@Emppu_T. 3 ай бұрын

My goodness, it looks like the second version of my favourite android, the original Mix. Exquisite!

@knight2jedi 3 ай бұрын

I think your reviews are brilliant and the comedy is top notch. "Cheers"!

@Denuwu 3 ай бұрын

Been using the Z60U in its limited starry night SKU for a bit and I'm loving the phone so far

@bojidarmartinov5949 3 ай бұрын

Same.. unfortunately had to switch from z fold 4 due to bad build quality and apart from the software I like everything about the phone

@Unan1mouz 3 ай бұрын

Are u happy with the cameras?

@Denuwu 3 ай бұрын

@@Unan1mouz main cameras are fantastic front cameras is what I would call serviceable

@sirwyatt94 3 ай бұрын

Are you using your Starry Night SKU phone in the USA? And how is the call quality? 5G?

@Denuwu 3 ай бұрын

@@sirwyatt94 yes I'm using starry sky sku quality is great on 5G no problems with reception at all here in UK at least on EE

@KethyaChin 3 ай бұрын

I love how you review the device using informal, even spoken language. Thank you, and I am in awe of you.

@lucifersonnn 3 ай бұрын

boy oh boy, that design.. ohhh never cease to amaze me since i heard about that phone.

@jamiee7674 3 ай бұрын

Here's a request? Can you do a video on where you pick up these phones that ain't on the high street.

@youngfigaro 3 ай бұрын

Got this phone about a month ago. It's basically a Redmagic 9 Pro with better cameras, but will overheat slightly after long gaming sessions due to worse cooling. Personally haven't experienced much software issues but obviously not as smooth as samsung or oneplus. Still an amazing phone regardless, especially for it's price.

@MyFlamingoe 3 ай бұрын

Hi. Im curious what lead you to conclude that its not as smooth as samsung phone.

@youngfigaro 3 ай бұрын

@@MyFlamingoe well I've used the Samsung s22 ultra, OnePlus fold and this as well. Though I would happily put up with this for £500 less (than the s24 ultra).

@xphyle 3 ай бұрын

Unless you like taking selfies. Then that fancy under display camera gives you ASS results.

@MyFlamingoe 3 ай бұрын

@@youngfigaroperfect. I currently own a s22U and I don't game with my phone. I'm mainly concerned about smoothness and battery life when it comes to phone and it seems like Nubia already covered the battery life part. Your comment however regarding smoothness got my attention.

@prolerius1935 3 ай бұрын

⁠@@xphyleIf you are keen about taking selfies, well there’s literally any other phone out there? I would personally take the notchless display over a fancy hole camera which I use once in a long while any day. Great to have a choice :)

@drifter6870 3 ай бұрын

It's so close to perfection. IS there a smaller version of this ?

@Patty-ed2fc 2 ай бұрын

is there a console mode on this nubia phone like the redmagics?

@babblerx 17 күн бұрын

Do you live in South Shields? I noticed lots of shots of Shields in your Nubia phone review?

@tlusty-karel 3 ай бұрын

Hello i have a question when u take photo whit the mains sensor of a moving dog or person doesn't matter is the photo blurry.

@nikoleigraham8747 3 ай бұрын

very cool anime backgrounds. where do you get those?

@g.o.t601 3 ай бұрын

What update support do you get with the z60 ultra??

@Dark.Syndicate 3 ай бұрын

thanks for this awesome review 🙂

@badfoot 3 ай бұрын

Great review of an originally designed phone, any ideas of how many years, if any of os updates?

@saturnblue 3 ай бұрын

Nubia says 3 years on their website.

@druminik 3 ай бұрын

Man the intro burp was on point, truly majestic👌👌😂

@saulm4433 3 ай бұрын

does it work with metro or boost mobile

@Rayu25Demon 3 ай бұрын

best looking phone i have ever seen no round round corners no dead pixel for camera.

@anthonybeaman 3 ай бұрын

At last 😂 thank you for reviewing this phone, I trust your reviews more than others. Now we need to discuss my other request about this phone, though I cannot remember how I sent my request ⚽️🏀

@CMDR_MAJIC 3 ай бұрын

Pre-ordered Z60 Ultra and so far had zero software issues and find the UI, software, camera tech, battery life and overall hardware quality all top tier. It literally destroys flagships from Apple and Samsung in every category for half the price. PHONE OF THE YEAR 🏆📱🎆

@user-qk9jp8nd3k 3 ай бұрын

I like all his honest down to earth reviews

@user-wu7hn6cp5i 3 ай бұрын

hello, I'm interested in these mobile phones that you advertise, does anyone sell them or do they keep them there?

@mrinalbhattacharjee5067 3 ай бұрын

What's the name of the movie you were watching

@jayperez3431 2 ай бұрын

why couldn't they add that sliding switch software feature into the red magic series phones? its the exact same switch and you can map the gamespace to a app icon instead. I would much rather have that sliding switch used for some other application for function.

@veilleurj 3 ай бұрын

I just watched the first video of yours, and the burp made me love instantly your channel ! thanks for this review !

@XerxesVortiger 3 ай бұрын

Great to see you in South Shields, you were literally around the corner from my house (I can see Kuzey from my lounge). Wish I'd known, I'd have got you a pint. Hope you and tilly flop enjoyed it back up here and your lungs didn't explode with joy at having fresh air rather than the great smogs, erm, smog. 😅

@kristopherlauro4327 3 ай бұрын

They do have it available in the United States. Unfortunately though, it does not ship with all of the bands needed. So, you might have some reception issues.. :/

@johnwhitehead238 3 ай бұрын

Howdy Uncle Spurt! I do wish we could get some of these Europe based phones here in the states. Like Oppo Nubia & Realme. I know they make international versions of some of these phones but would have to check to see if they work on my AT&T network.

@nemure Ай бұрын

Is this android skin compatible with nova launcher? I'm aware some brands doesn't allow to use third party launchers and it's a deal breaker for me

@Oxide53115 3 ай бұрын

can you review the succesor of the Acer spin 513, the Acer Spin 514?

@IbehChristian-nb1ud 2 ай бұрын

Can you please review red magic 9 pro vs Samsung Galaxy s24 ultra 🙏🙏🙏🙏

@richfuller 3 ай бұрын

You know there is a smartphone with a 23800 Ah battery. It's a brick but for someone like me that needs at least a week of battery while in the backcountry its a gamechanger. Plus I can project movies on the side of my tent. Review the Unihertz 8849 Tank 3 Pro

@sambit2901singh 3 ай бұрын

As always enjoy your reviews which are refreshing...though I love the Redmagic 9 Pro's design (flush camera module/no rocking), have read about it's mediocre camera performance in few reviews (not a hardcore gamer too)...swaying towards this device that checks all the boxes for my requirement except not sure of the update cycle which if it has at least 2 major android upgrades, should be fine...thus stuck to choose between Z60U & S24U...know there is a massive price difference & being from India have to import Z60U (choosing S24U will force me to not upgrade for 3-4 years as its a substantial expense)

@samirim6504 3 ай бұрын

Finally a person who reviews Every phone! 👍

@Sam1992xd 3 ай бұрын

Being said for years now: the ads are getting only better.✅💯

@andyperkovic7822 3 ай бұрын

Nubia Z60 Ultra or Oneplus 12R?

@damiankaiser9383 3 ай бұрын

hello where can i turn off the AI control on the notification? thanks for help

@MrYoungfox23 3 ай бұрын

I love tha way u talk in your reviews it be funny af keep up tha good work im from Alabama

@g.o.t601 3 ай бұрын

I love this guy, and his channel. No Bs good honest reviews.

@stuartthorn-ye6zs 3 ай бұрын

What do U think about the razor 40 ultra

@TheR0SE04 3 ай бұрын

Where do you find these wallpapers?

@windfuckers40 3 ай бұрын

Have you try ZTE Nubia Neo 5G? And what you can say?

@fanatixtc Ай бұрын

Bought it a month ago and its my favorite phone! It works flawlessly on T mobile but ok on Verizon. When on Verizon it has a hard time switching between wifi and network, no clue why

@kimedward9559 2 ай бұрын

This is a very interesting phone, the build quality and design are phenomenal

@chronophobic 3 ай бұрын

It’s like a LG V70 that was never made, I’m very tempted as it’s currently on sale. Thank you for introducing this phone. Maybe it’s time to update from my 3 year old LG V60. 😉

@xDarkpenance 3 ай бұрын

I had the LGV30 and absolutely loved it, quad dac and headphone jack :) only other fine I like as much was one of the Asus zenfones, would you reccomend the latest LG V series phones?

@cbt6828 3 ай бұрын

Hi what can u compare this to nubia redmagic 9 pro

@user-ct9gw2rs6g 3 ай бұрын

how about vdeo call using front camera its ok?

@G0A7 3 ай бұрын

I used a nubia phone for 2-3 years a while back, problems with gps, with the wifi, with the call notifications, ran very hot after some months, terrible overall software experience (seems its very improved im glad), had 1 major android update and only 3 security updates after that, i didnt had a great experience tbh

@FaisalKhan-fm1oy 3 ай бұрын

Please would you also do Nubia Z50s pro. I know it's last gen but compares well against this I think

@saturnblue 3 ай бұрын

They also made a Z50 Ultra that looked a lot better than the Z60 Ultra, but it was China only and didn't support the 4G/5G bands needed for other countries. I've looked at some reviews for the Z50s Pro and it's cameras as not on the same level as the ultra.

@FaisalKhan-fm1oy 3 ай бұрын

@@saturnbluewhat it lacks in rear camera I think makes up with hole punch front cam and rounded corner so better ergonomics. 5k Vs 6k batt but no biggie. I'm surprised not many reviewers covered z50s pro considering there is a global version.

@saturnblue 3 ай бұрын

@@FaisalKhan-fm1oy for me the z60 Ultra/z50 ultra had the perfect combination of features. It did not have a curved screen which are fragile when you drop them and they land on an edge. It doesn't have a selfie camera that I never use spoiling the screen. It is available with 24 gig and 1 terabyte so it won't become obsolete and laggy anytime soon. Add to that a good set of rear cameras that can hold their own against other flagships and I am a happy camper. Last year the Z50 ultra didn't have any of the Bands necessary for Australia but this year the z60 does so I have ordered one. I guess it all depends on what you want in a phone. I did want more than 3 years of updates until I realised my current phone which is 7 years old only had 3 years and it's still working fine, so long as you don't count the huge lag from having only 4 gig of ram.

@R3AL-AIM 3 ай бұрын

Wish the U.S wasn't monopolized by Samsung, Google and Apple. Moto is hanging by a thread, thanfully OnePlus is starting to come back up, but we are fairly limited on "good phones". Sure, there is Asus and Sony, but they don't offer budget phones in the U.S. Only one or two of their most expensive devices. The best "flagship" killer for years has been last years flagship device for many.

@guidine7 3 ай бұрын

Which flagship Killer device do you mean?

@shoelacedonkey 3 ай бұрын

@@guidine7 I think they mean that the only device that is better than for example a Samsung device is the next Samsung in line. Next iPhone is the only iPhone killer, next Google device is the only Google flagship killer... etc.

@yensteel 3 ай бұрын

The humungous battery and in-display camera are quite attractive features! If everything else is competitive for the price, then they've done a great job! The back of the phone does look randomly glued together though 😅

@xphyle 3 ай бұрын

Why is an in-display camera a attractive feature if the resultant pictures from it look like GARBAGE?

@jihigh482 3 ай бұрын

@@xphyleI truly can't comprehend how someone can be as annoyed with a tiny little hole on the screen as some people can be That's mental health issue territory as far as I'm concerned

@amirbahalegharn365 3 ай бұрын

as they all have OIS, they can't be on one board because of magnetic interference. so nubia also tried to distinguishly design each sensor from one another as a result of that

@Haidier83 3 ай бұрын

It has attractive features for in display camera until you realize it's the worst selfie camera for 2024 phones.

@yensteel 3 ай бұрын

@@xphyleI wrote the comment before seeing the camera section in the video 😅. It's definitely an "Oh dear" moment. I was definitely expecting something better.

@MohammadAhmad-ci2qm 3 ай бұрын

Anyone has any idea from where he get his wallpapers ?

@kylephillips2423 3 ай бұрын

Hi uncle would you do are review the NUBIA axon 60 ultra dragon edition phone

@tshihiwamubai4171 3 ай бұрын

I just wanna know whats the name of that animei wallpaper on his thumbnail

@And-vx6ry 3 ай бұрын

So this uses 2020-2021 samsung amoled display 1500 nits peak brightness. Looks a good phone for the price.

@ArthurZakaryan23 3 ай бұрын

If I didn't already own a Pixel 8 Pro, this is the 2024 flagship I was considering but if I lived in the UK, it's hard to choose this over the just announced global Honor Magic 6 Pro especially with the £250 off voucher currently available bringing that phone down to £849.

@saturnblue 3 ай бұрын

I cashed in some socks to send you a little thank you for this review. The reason socks are so highly valued here is because they are used to fend off Drop Bears! 😝

@lRlMlGl 3 ай бұрын

Chris really underestimates some of these really recent smartphones, along with the Poco M6 Pro this is an absolute BARGIN for it's price!

@saturnblue 3 ай бұрын

It is disappointing to hear the software is not up to scratch, but the phone has not been out long so hopefully they will resolve those bugs, or else I will slap on a third party launcher. I assume you are using the global version, so it will be interesting to see what the Chinese version behaves like as that is the one I have ordered. I know it will have bloatware to be deleted but I understand they get more updates on the local version.

@Scarletzify 3 ай бұрын

I am actually going to get between these phone. Redmagic 9 pro, Xiaomi 14 ultra or this Nubia. All of this phone offers good specs, bc i like both gaming & taking photos.. the main reason is, which one!🥴 In my country all phone sell almost at the same price. Help me I guess

@3dr14ng4 3 ай бұрын

This phone is only 570USD for the base version 8/256GB. It's a really good phone having top of the line features. Bought mine during sale and I'm very happy with my purchase. I'm usually into Redmagic 9 Pro but I only play MOBA and the Z60 can easily play them without issues.

@Schjoenz Ай бұрын

"Angry grey overhead misery" 🤣🤣 There's so many of this kind of lines but this one is the only I can remember hahahaha

@BozQ 3 ай бұрын

00:04 - Please do not stop swearing. I love it!

@Glenrsi 3 ай бұрын

Love your humour as always. 😊As for the Nubia Z60, i think it's fabulous. 👍

@ALPHA-nn2ko 3 ай бұрын

Very useful review, thank you ❤

@colinnicoll9169 3 ай бұрын

Looks particularly good for gamers, which I'm not, so prefer the system and camera of the Google Pixel 8, or even the 7 for great vslue where available, with wireless charging too

@ParissaKhoury Ай бұрын

I'm looking to keep my Android phone for the next 5 years. Should i buy the Nubia Z60 Ultra or Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro??? I primarily use multiple apps at ones and a few games and usual photos but, nothing serious.

@ricedbroccoli Ай бұрын

I'd say the Nubia phone. They have the same chip set, but the Red magic is a gaming phone, so it cuts corners in a lot of more normal specs to make room in the budget for fancy gaming shit like buttons

@doodbro931 3 ай бұрын

I'm relatively new to android, it's not possible to forego the MyOS and just use OneUI, is it? Because this would be the perfect phone for me but the off brand skin over the android ui is very off putting

@aliasgur3342 3 ай бұрын

OneUI is exclusive to Samsung. There are alternative launchers out there.

@zerohuang7350 Ай бұрын

I'm using z50 ultra, this must be the most amazing look I ever had. And the camera is in quite good quality, the MyOS is not bad, and the game mode is pretty much the best

@hasan_uk Ай бұрын

The only reason I love to watch you coz of your unique swearing style reviews 😂

@hardborne4137 Ай бұрын

I understand it is 6.8 same with s24 ultra but both which one is big than the other.

@grzegorzhankiewicz9169 3 ай бұрын

Probably next most popular request is to know where you get all those wonderful wallpapers?

@samuelllakaj5439 3 ай бұрын

Pixiv probably but I'd stay away as there's some lewd stuff in there...

@UmbrellaSound 3 ай бұрын

Wallpaper Abyss he answered this years ago

@timovaiphei191 3 ай бұрын

0:26 can anyone tell me what movies is that from please 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

@RICHARD-TYLER 3 ай бұрын

This phone is beautiful duh 😮 is it only in UK? Can you find it in canada?

@saturnblue 3 ай бұрын

There is a global version of it.

@martynrollinson 3 ай бұрын

Hang on a minute and I'll Google it for you.....🙄

@thomasr.2627 3 ай бұрын

whitch is actually your favorite Smartphone?

@guidine7 3 ай бұрын

Nubia z60 ultra or oneplus12R ?

@PaulBrunache 3 ай бұрын

Yes yes yes 😍 the review that I've been waiting for

@eddieevangelista6014 Ай бұрын

Can this phone be used in the US?

@Need2Xplore 3 ай бұрын

Does it have something like Samsung Bixby routines? I'm really looking for a new phone but I'm addicted to the simplicity of adding routines.

@davidbrown6878 3 ай бұрын

You can use Macrodroid Pro to do everything on non Samsung phones that Routines+ does on Galaxy phones.

@artfamilyah 3 ай бұрын

Google Assistent

@Need2Xplore 3 ай бұрын

@@artfamilyah Very different from bixby.. but was looking in playstore and found an app that it's very similar, macrodroid works pretty much as bixby routines

@Emmepi37 3 ай бұрын

Link to wallpapers plz ?

@EhsanMusic 3 ай бұрын

Can you review the Huawei Mate 60 pro please

@Bleeblop424 2 ай бұрын

nubia z60 ultra vs oneplus 12?

@stuartthorn-ye6zs 3 ай бұрын

Don't change U R awesome

@mihirrathod5287 3 ай бұрын

How can I order it in India

@ianwiskle812 Ай бұрын

Between this phone and Oneplus 12, which one is better in terms if display, camera and battery?

@battlezordfalcon4776 Ай бұрын

got both, cant tell, not bothered

@josefpopka 3 ай бұрын

Cool phone + techspurt review = cool combination for watching. Good job 😎

@TheAaronJP 3 ай бұрын

Nubia z50 costs £300. Could you do a comparison?

@MrTAPE90 3 ай бұрын

As interesting as the Z60 Ultra is a fairly big issue is software support it would seem. Personally i think 6-7 years of Software support is more marketing than actually useful as most people keep their phones for 4 years tops and hardware will make quite big performance advancements in that time. But for at least 4 years i'd like software support to be a non-issue. But 2 years for 700 bucks and above is just too little with 4-5 years i'd say being a perfectly fine middle ground. But how long does Nubia support their devices? 2-3 years is what i found on their site and that's just not good enough for the asking price and given the total package of the phone... Pay less and get a Nothing Phone (2) which offers 3-4 years of updates and decent enough cams and display and solid software. But not quite as beefy of an SoC. Pay more and go for a OnePlus 12, which has an equal or better camera setup, a better display (punchhole aside) and 4-5 years of updates. Or pay equal and import said OnePlus 12 from China. Subjective preferences such as design aside: Where does this phone sit when the options slightly below it and above it exist and make more sense as more "complete" devices at their given price points? Don't really see a valid point for anyone to go for this phone or am i missing something?