Nubia Flip 2 Certification Listings Leak, Revealing Key Specs and Design

The Nubia Flip 2, the next foldable smartphone from ZTE’s Nubia sub-brand, has surfaced in certification databases, including the IMEI database and China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT). These listings have unveiled key specifications and provided a glimpse into the design of this foldable device.

The Nubia Flip II retains the compact and elegant form factor of its predecessor while introducing substantial design enhancements. One of the most striking updates is the secondary screen, which has transitioned from a circular display to a larger, vertically oriented rectangular panel. Measuring 3 inches and featuring a resolution of 422 x 682 pixels, this AMOLED display is designed to provide a more functional interface for notifications and quick interactions. Complementing this is the primary display, a 6.85-inch AMOLED panel with a high resolution of 1,188 x 2,970 pixels. Though slightly smaller than the Nubia Flip 5G’s 6.9-inch screen, it offers crisp visuals and immersive usability.

ZTE has also made thoughtful adjustments to the phone’s physical dimensions. When unfolded, the Nubia Flip II measures 169.4 x 76 x 7.2 mm and weighs just 193 grams, making it noticeably lighter than its predecessor, which tipped the scales at 214 grams. Its main display features a punch-hole cutout housing a 32 MP selfie camera, ensuring minimal interference with the viewing experience.

The camera system has undergone a complete redesign. Unlike the Nubia Flip 5G’s circular camera arrangement, the Flip II features a vertical alignment of two lenses—a 50 MP primary sensor and a 2 MP auxiliary module—accompanied by a round LED flash. This new configuration is positioned next to the secondary display, allowing for improved aesthetics and functionality.

Under the hood, the Nubia Flip II promises robust performance. While the chipset details are not confirmed, industry speculation points to the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 as a potential candidate, ensuring significant upgrades in speed, multitasking, and gaming performance. Multiple RAM configurations, including 6 GB, 8 GB, and 12 GB, will cater to a wide range of users. The phone will run on Android 14, offering cutting-edge software features alongside support for 5G, dual-SIM functionality, Bluetooth, GPS, AGPS, and GLONASS navigation.

Powering the Nubia Flip II is a 4,225 mAh battery, a slight reduction from the 4,310 mAh capacity of the Nubia Flip 5G. While details about charging speeds remain undisclosed, the device is expected to at least match the previous model’s 33W fast-charging capability.

The Nubia Flip 5G, launched earlier in 2024, set a high standard with its Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 chipset, up to 12 GB of RAM, and 512 GB of storage. Its dual-camera setup and innovative circular OLED secondary display were standout features. The Flip II aims to refine this foundation, introducing a more practical secondary screen, updated design, and improved usability.

Though ZTE has not officially announced a release date for the Nubia Flip II, its February launch timeline for the previous model suggests a Q1 2025 debut. As ZTE continues to push boundaries in the foldable smartphone space, the Nubia Flip II is shaping up to be a compelling option for users seeking cutting-edge design and functionality in a compact form factor.