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ZTE nubia Z17 phone review — specs and Genze score

ZTE nubia Z17 Specifications

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Zte

Released 2017, Jun 15

6 / 8 GB RAM · Qualcomm MSM8998 Snapdragon 835 (10 nm)

  • 173g, 7.6mm thickness
  • Android 7.1.1, nubia UI 5
  • 64GB/128GB storage, no card slot

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Category Genze /10 Users /10
Battery 6.3
Display 4.8
Performance 7.5
Camera 4.5
Body 5.6
Gaming 6.3
Software 4.4
Connectivity 1.6
Sensors 7.2
Software updates
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Genze total: 5.7/10

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Quick specifications

5.5"

1080x1920 pixels

23MP

2160p

6/8GB RAM

Snapdragon 835

3200mAh

18W

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5.7 /10
Performance 7.5/10
Battery 6.3/10
Display 4.8/10
Camera 4.5/10
Body 5.6/10
Gaming 6.3/10
Software 4.4/10
Connectivity 1.6/10
Sensors 7.2/10
10 nm 2.35 GHz BT 4.1 2017

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Full specifications

Technology GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
??? CDMA 800 / 1900 & TD-SCDMA
3G bands HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
4G bands 1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41
Speed HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat9 450/50 Mbps
Announced 2017, June. Released 2017, June
Status Discontinued
Dimensions 152.6 x 72.4 x 7.6 mm (6.01 x 2.85 x 0.30 in)
Weight 173 g (6.10 oz)
Build Glass front (Gorilla Glass), aluminum back, aluminum frame
SIM Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Type IPS LCD
Size 5.5 inches, 82.6 cm2 (~74.7% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~403 ppi density)
Protection Corning Gorilla Glass (unspecified version)
OS Android 7.1.1 (Nougat), nubia UI 5
Chipset Qualcomm MSM8998 Snapdragon 835 (10 nm)
CPU Octa-core (4x2.35 GHz Kryo & 4x1.9 GHz Kryo)
GPU Adreno 540
Card slot No
Internal 64GB 6GB RAM, 64GB 8GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM
Dual 12 MP, f/1.8, 1/2.55", 1.4??m, PDAF, 2x lossless zoom

23 MP, f/2.0, AF
Features Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama
Video 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps
Single 16 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0??m
Video 1080p@30fps
Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack No
??? 24-bit/192kHz audio
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
Bluetooth 4.1, A2DP, LE
Positioning GPS, GLONASS, BDS
NFC Yes
Infrared port Yes
Radio No
USB USB Type-C, OTG
Sensors Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Type Li-Po 3200 mAh, non-removable
Charging 18W wired, QC4, 50% in 25 min
Colors Aurora Blue, Black Gold, Obsidian Black, Solar Gold, Flame Red
Models NX563J
Price About 300 EUR
Performance GeekBench: 6622 (v4.4)

GFXBench: 25fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)
Display Contrast ratio: 1451 (nominal), 3.159 (sunlight)
Camera Photo / Video
Loudspeaker Voice 62dB / Noise 71dB / Ring 73dB
Audio quality Noise -94.1dB / Crosstalk -84.1dB
Battery (old) Endurance rating 81h

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Frequently asked questions

Is ZTE nubia Z17 worth buying in 2026?

ZTE nubia Z17 is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 5.7/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.

Is ZTE nubia Z17 good for gaming?

ZTE nubia Z17 scores 63/100 on our gaming index (chipset, display smoothness, and thermals). Casual and mid-tier titles usually run well; for competitive esports, compare frame stability and heating against phones in the same price band.

What is the battery capacity of ZTE nubia Z17?

ZTE nubia Z17 has a 3,200 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.

What display size does ZTE nubia Z17 have?

ZTE nubia Z17 features a 5.50-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.

How much RAM does ZTE nubia Z17 have?

ZTE nubia Z17 is available with 6 / 8 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.

What is the Genze score for ZTE nubia Z17?

Genze rates ZTE nubia Z17 5.7/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.

Where do these specifications come from?

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