ZTE nubia Z11 mini
The ZTE nubia Z11 mini is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM8952 Snapdragon 617 (28 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use (2016).
2016 · Lower-mid-range · Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop)ⓘ Note: Scores are automatically calculated using available specifications and may not always perfectly reflect real-world performance or user experience.
✓︎ Pros
✓Sharp 441 PPI screen
✓5" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓Lightweight at 138g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 2,800 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Entry-level Qualcomm MSM8952 Snapdragon 617 (28 nm) — struggles with demanding apps
✗Only 3GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysMobile gamingHeavy multitaskingMultitasking
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8952 Snapdragon 617 (28 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Octa-core (4x1.2 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53)
OS
Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop), nubia UI 3.9
RAM
3GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
441 ppi
Sharp and comfortable to read
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
16 MP
Capable for everyday photos
🔋 Battery & Design
Battery
2,800 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 2800 mAh, non-removable
Weight
138g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
141.4 x 70 x 8 mm (5.57 x 2.76 x 0.31 in)
Sensors
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
