ZTE nubia Z17
The ZTE nubia Z17 is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM8998 Snapdragon 835 (10 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use (2017).
2017 · Lower-mid-range · Android 7.1.1 (Nougat)ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size5.5" · 152.6 x 72.4 x 7.6 mm (6.01 x 2.85 x 0.30 in)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8998 Snapdragon 835 (10 nm)
RAM6GB | 8GB
Storage128GB | 64GB
Main Camera12 MP · Dual-LED dual-tone flash
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓Smooth Qualcomm MSM8998 Snapdragon 835 (10 nm) for daily use and light gaming
✓Sharp 403 PPI screen
✓5.5" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓5G capable for fast cellular data
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 3,200 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗12 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
✗No headphone jack — requires wireless or USB-C audio
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysPhotography
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2017, June. Released 2017, June
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8998 Snapdragon 835 (10 nm)
Mid-range — handles daily tasks well
CPU
Octa-core (4x2.35 GHz Kryo & 4x1.9 GHz Kryo)
OS
Android 7.1.1 (Nougat), nubia UI 5
RAM
6GB | 8GB
Fine for everyday apps
💻 Display
Sharpness
403 ppi
Sharp and comfortable to read
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass (unspecified version)
📷 Camera
Main Camera
12 MP
Capable for everyday photos
Main Camera Features
Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama
🔋 Battery
Capacity
3,200 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Po 3200 mAh, non-removable
Charging
18W wired, QC4, 50% in 25 min
📱 Design & Build
Weight
173g
Balanced size and weight
Dimensions
152.6 x 72.4 x 7.6 mm (6.01 x 2.85 x 0.30 in)
Build
Glass front (Gorilla Glass), aluminum back, aluminum frame
Colors
Aurora Blue, Black Gold, Obsidian Black, Solar Gold, Flame Red
Sensors
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
📶 Network
Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat9 450/50 Mbps
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the ZTE nubia Z17 does not support 5G — it supports GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE.
Yes, the ZTE nubia Z17 has NFC for contactless payments and pairing.
No, the ZTE nubia Z17 charges via cable only — no wireless charging.
Yes, up to 18W (18W wired, QC4, 50% in 25 min).
No, the ZTE nubia Z17 does not support a memory card.
The ZTE nubia Z17 SIM configuration: Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM.
No, the ZTE nubia Z17 does not have a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The ZTE nubia Z17 ships with Android 7.1.1 (Nougat), nubia UI 5.
The ZTE nubia Z17 uses USB Type-C, OTG.
The ZTE nubia Z17 supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA.
The ZTE nubia Z17 has 4.1, A2DP, LE.
