Next, let's learn how to choose among these new products.
This article is divided into the following sections, so you can choose to read based on your interests:
Basic specifications and pricing
Overview of product pros and cons
Recommendations summary
Basic specifications and pricing
Nubia Z60 Ultra Photographer Edition
Pricing: New product available for a limited time at 4299 yuan
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
Display: 6.8-inch AMOLED flexible straight screen, 2480×1116 resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, 1500 nits peak brightness, 2160Hz high-frequency PWM dimming
Battery Capacity: 6000mAh battery
Charging Specification: 80W fast charging
Camera Specifications: 12MP front camera, 50MP ultra-wide starry sky main camera + 50MP humanistic main camera + 64MP periscope telephoto main camera
Nubia Flip
Pricing: Starting at 2999 yuan
Processor: First-generation Snapdragon 7
Display: 6.9-inch OLED flexible folding screen, 2790×1188 resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, 2160Hz PWM dimming
Battery Capacity: 4310mAh battery
Charging Specification: 33W fast charging
Camera Specifications: 16 million pixels front camera, 50 million pixels main camera + 2 million pixels independent blur lens
Nubia Xiaoniu
Price: Starting at 799 yuan
Processor: UNISOC T760
Display: 6.56-inch screen, HD+ resolution, 120Hz refresh rate
Battery Capacity: 5000mAh
Charging Specification: 10W
Camera Specifications: 5MP front camera, 108MP main camera + 2MP camera
Redmi Turbo 3
Pricing: Starting at 1999 yuan
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s, 3rd generation
Display: 6.67-inch flat screen, 2712×1220 resolution, up to 120Hz refresh rate, 2400nit peak brightness, 1920Hz PWM dimming
Battery Capacity: 5000mAh
Charging Specification: 90W wired fast charging
Camera Specs: 20MP front camera, 50MP main camera + 8MP ultra-wide-angle lens
realme GT Neo6 SE
Pricing: Starting at 1699 yuan for the first sale
Processor: Third-generation Snapdragon 7+
Screen: 6.78-inch 6000nit dual-screen, 2780×1264 resolution, up to 120Hz refresh rate, 6000nit peak local brightness, 2160Hz high-frequency PWM dimming
Battery capacity: 5500mAh battery
Charging specifications: 100W SuperVOOC charging
Camera specifications: 32 million pixel front camera, 50 million pixel main camera + 8 million pixel ultra-wide-angle lens rear camera
OPPO A3 Pro
Price: Starting from 1999 yuan
Processor: Dimensity 7050
Display: 6.7-inch OLED curved screen, 2412×1080 resolution, up to 120Hz refresh rate, 950 nits peak brightness (HDR)
Battery Capacity: 5000mAh battery
Charging Specification: 67W Super Flash Charge
Camera Specifications: 8 million pixels front camera, 64 million pixels main camera + 2 million pixels portrait camera
Huawei Pura 70/ Pro/ Pro+/ Ultra
Pricing: Starting from 5499 yuan / 6499 yuan / 7999 yuan / 9999 yuan
Processor: Official information has not been disclosed yet. According to online leaks, the Huawei Pura 70 Ultra processor is the Kirin 9010.
Screen:
Battery Capacity: 4900mAh / 5050mAh / 5050mAh / 5200mAh
Charging Specifications: 66W wired fast charging, 50W wireless fast charging / 100W wired fast charging, 80W wireless fast charging
Camera Specifications:
OPPO K12
Pricing: Starting at 1799 yuan for the first saleProcessor: Third-generation Snapdragon 7
Screen: 6.7-inch 2.5D flat flexible screen, 2412×1080 resolution, up to 120Hz refresh rate, 1100 nits peak brightness, 2160Hz high-frequency PWM dimming
Battery Capacity: 5500mAh battery
Charging Specification: 100W Super Flash Charge
Camera Specifications: 16 million pixels front camera, 50 million pixels main camera + 8 million pixels ultra-wide-angle camera
iQOO Z9x / iQOO Z9 / iQOO Z9 Turbo
Pricing: Starting at 1149 yuan/1499 yuan/1999 yuan for the first sale
Processor: First generation Snapdragon 6/Third generation Snapdragon 7/Third generation Snapdragon 8s
Screen: 6.72-inch LCD high-brightness screen, 2408x1080 resolution, up to 120Hz refresh rate, 1000nit full-screen peak brightness
6.78-inch AMOLED screen, 2800×1260 resolution, up to 144Hz refresh rate, 4500nit HDR peak brightness, 3840Hz ultra-high-frequency PWM dimming
Battery capacity: 6000mAh battery
Charging specifications: 44W/80W fast charging
Camera parameters: Front 8/16 million pixel lens
Rear 50 million pixel main camera + 2 million blur lens/Rear 50 million pixel LYT-600 main camera + 2 million pixel depth of field lens/Rear 50 million pixel LYT-600 main camera + 8 million pixel ultra-wide-angle lens
Product Pros and Cons Summary
The Nubia Z60 Ultra Photographer Edition pays tribute to classic camera design, with a back featuring a dual three-dimensional etching process leather texture glass, while the front still adopts the fifth-generation UDC full-screen design. Additionally, the new device has received more comprehensive AI enhancement in both imaging and system aspects.
However, as a flagship model, the new device does not come with wireless charging functionality.
The starting price of the Nubia Flip is 2999 yuan, once again lowering the entry threshold for small foldable screen smartphones. The new device features a sleek and minimalist design, with a thickness of only 7mm when unfolded. The external screen offers a variety of practical and convenient functions, and the camera, battery life, and other configurations are also fairly standard, supporting AI experience as well.
However, the new device is equipped with the first-generation Snapdragon 7 processor, so its performance is relatively average.
As a budget-friendly device, the Nubia Little Bull also supports AI functions. Additionally, the new phone features a double-sided glass body, a 120Hz refresh rate screen, a 6nm 5G chip, a 108MP main camera, and a 5000mAh battery, making it a high-cost-effective product.
However, the new phone does not support fast charging, resulting in slower charging speeds.
The Redmi Turbo 3 is a mid-range model focused on performance, featuring the third-generation Snapdragon 8s chipset, combined with the Furious Engine 3.0 and Ice Sealed Cooling System, achieving over 1.75 million points on the AnTuTu V10 benchmark. The new device also adopts the "Xiaomi Green Mountain Eye Protection" solution for its screen, with a slim body measuring 7.8mm in thickness.
However, the camera setup of the new device is relatively average, with a dual rear camera. Additionally, the 5000mAh battery capacity and 90W fast charging specification are slightly behind the competition. Furthermore, the device uses a plastic frame + plastic back cover, resulting in a relatively weaker texture performance.
The Realme GT Neo6 SE debuts with a dual 6000nit screen, featuring a 6000nit peak brightness for local areas, 1600nit overall brightness, and incorporates 8T LTPO technology, along with eye protection technologies like Green Field AI. It also comes equipped with the third-generation Snapdragon 7+ processor, combined with technologies such as Ice Core Stereoscopic Cooling System and GT Mode 5.0, delivering a decent performance. The combination of a 5500mAh battery and 100W fast charging provides a better battery life experience.
However, the camera setup of the new device is somewhat average, with a dual rear camera. Additionally, the phone body features a plastic mid-frame and plastic back cover, resulting in a relatively weaker texture performance.
The OPPO A3 Pro is the first smartphone to pass IP69, IP68, and IP66 dust and water resistance tests, effectively preventing scenarios such as high-temperature and high-pressure sprays, continuous submersion, and strong water jets. The new device also debuts the OPPO Crystal Shield glass on its back cover, further enhancing its anti-drop capabilities.
However, most other configurations of the new device remain consistent with the previous OPPO A2 Pro model, without undergoing significant upgrades.
As the first model upgraded from the P series to the new Pura series, the Huawei Pura 70 series offers four versions: Standard, Pro, Pro+, and Ultra, with prices ranging from 5499 yuan to 10999 yuan, providing users with a wide range of choices.
The imaging system remains the highlight of the Huawei Pura 70 series, especially the Ultra version, which features a 50-megapixel one-inch main camera with super sensing zoom, a 50-megapixel super sensing macro telephoto camera (with a 200x zoom range and 35x super macro), and a 40-megapixel ultra-wide-angle camera.
Moreover, all models come with the new HarmonyOS 4.2 system for a smoother user experience; the BeiDou satellite messaging has been upgraded to support sending picture messages (not available in the Standard version); the Pro+ and Ultra versions also feature a surface covered with Xuanwu toughened Kunlun glass, enhancing scratch resistance.
However, in terms of overall device pricing, the Huawei Pura 70 series falls into the ultra-high-end range, making the relative cost of ownership somewhat higher.
The OPPO K12 features a self-developed "super anti-drop diamond architecture" and has obtained the Swiss SGS Gold Five-Star full machine drop resistance certification. In addition to being durable against drops, the OPPO K12 also boasts a decent battery life with a built-in 5500mAh battery combined with 100W fast charging.
However, the OPPO K12 is equipped with a third-generation Snapdragon 7 processor, which performs slightly weaker compared to other models in the same price range.
The iQOO Z9 series focuses on long battery life, with all models equipped with a 6000mAh battery. The iQOO Z9 Turbo model features the third-generation Snapdragon 8s, scoring over 1.76 million on AnTuTu benchmark, combined with the "Turbo discrete chip," utilizing 6K Tianmu VC liquid cooling for a decent gaming experience. Additionally, both the iQOO Z9 Turbo and iQOO Z9 come with a 144Hz eye-protecting screen, while the iQOO Z9x features an LCD screen, offering users a variety of choices.
However, the imaging configuration of the iQOO Z9 series is relatively average. Moreover, the design of a plastic frame and plastic back cover results in a somewhat weaker texture performance.
Recommendation Summary
Overall, in April, there were a large number of new phone releases covering various price ranges, which can basically meet the needs of different users.
For high-end models, users who focus on phone performance, camera quality, and prefer a full-screen display can consider the Nubia Z60 Ultra Photographer Edition; while users who prioritize camera performance, battery life, system performance, and have a sufficient budget can consider the Huawei Pura 70 series.
In terms of mid-range models, users who focus on screen quality, performance, and seek a slim experience can consider the Redmi Turbo 3; users who prioritize screen quality, performance, and battery life can consider the Realme GT Neo6 SE; users who value waterproof durability can consider the OPPO A3 Pro; users who prioritize drop resistance, battery life, and durability can consider the OPPO K12; users who focus on gaming experience and battery life can consider the iQOO Z9 series.
Additionally, for users interested in experiencing a compact foldable phone with a limited budget and modest performance requirements, the Nubia Flip could be a suitable option.
In the budget category, the Nubia Little Bull is also a relatively good choice for purchasing a phone, meeting basic daily usage needs.
