nubia recently launched its first clamshell-type foldable smartphone globally, the nubia Flip 5G. It is one of the most affordable foldable smartphones you can get!
To recap, the nubia FLip 5G features a 6.9-inch AMOLED main internal display with 2790 x 1180 resolution and 120Hz refresh rate. There’s also an external display sporting a 1.43-inch AMOLED panel with 466 × 466 resolution.
According to the brand, it can hold out against up to 200,000 folds, similar to Samsung’s Galaxy Flip.
Under the hood, it is powered by the 2.4GHz 4nm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 octa-core processor with Adreno 644 GPU paired with up to 12GB of RAM, and up to 512GB of internal storage.
The battery is rated at 4,310mAh with 33W fast charging.
Camera-wise, it has a 50MP main camera and a 2MP depth sensor. While upfront, it comes with a 16MP selfie shooter.
nubia Flip 5G specs:
- Network: 4G LTE, 5G
- Display (Inner): 6.9-inch FHD+ (2790 x 1188) AMOLED, 120Hz refresh rate, 2160Hz PWM dimming, 443 PPI
- Display (Outer): 1.43-inch (466 × 466) AMOLED
- Design: clamshell foldable
- Build: Starlight AG Etched Glass, Zircon Sand Sandblasting Frame, Dual-Rail Suspended Centerboard
- OS: Android 13, HiOS 13.5
- Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 (4nm)
- GPU: Adreno 644
- Memory: 8GB/12GB RAM, 256GB/512GB UFS 3.1 storage
- Security: Side-mounted fingerprint sensor
- Rear Camera
– 50MP (main), AF
– 2MP f/2.2 (depth) - Front/Selfie Camera: 16MP
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6 802.11ax, Bluetooth 5.3, GPS, GLONASS, NFC
- Audio: Dual speakers, DTS:X Ultra
- Port(s): USB Type-C
- Battery: 4,310mAh with 33W fast charging
- Dimensions & Weight: 170 (76 folded) x76×7.3mm (15.5 folded), 209g
- Colors: Sunshine Gold, Flowing Lilac, Cosmic Black
Pricing and Availability
- 8GB + 256GB – USD 499 (~PHP 28,230)
- 12GB + 512GB – USD 699 (~PHP 39,544)
The nubia Flip 5G is now available for pre-order via the brand’s official international website. If you are planning to buy, it can ship to the Philippines as well.