Thin and Mighty: nubia Air Redefines Slim with 5.9mm Profile, Massive 5000mAh Battery

nubia has globally launched the nubia Air, a revolutionary device that successfully combines an ultra-slim design with a practical, massive battery. Tapping into the “thin is in” trend and rising demand for accessible AI, the nubia Air pioneers the “Air-style” category. 

It features a revolutionary body as thin as 5.9mm, yet houses a large 6.78-inch 1.5K AMOLED display and a 5,000mAh battery, all while weighing just 172 grams. This design aligns with the brand’s “Be yourself” philosophy, targeting young, style-conscious, and value-focused users who no longer want to choose between elegance and endurance.

“We listened to young consumers worldwide and heard a clear message: they were tired of choosing between a stylish, slim, elegant smartphone and a massive battery,” said Bai Keke, Vice President of ZTE. “nubia Air is our answer. In every key area that matters to our users, from the imaging system to the display quality, the waterproof level, the durability and the slimness of the design, we have engineered nubia Air to be the new industry benchmark in its price segment. We believe it’s a perfect smartphone tailored for youth, which keeps up with their active, style-forward lives without compromise.”

Design, Display, and Durability: Built Slim, Born Solid

The nubia Air overcomes the long-standing challenge of fitting a large battery and screen into a thin, light body. Despite its 5.9mm profile, the 5,000mAh battery is highly durable, designed to last over 1,000 charge cycles—more than three years of dependable use—thanks to nubia’s AI-powered power-saving technology. The design is ergonomic, featuring an elegant metal frame, ultra-slim bezels, and rounded corners for a balanced and comfortable grip during extended use.

The smartphone features a high-quality 6.78-inch 1.5K AMOLED display with a sharp 440 PPI resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate, and a peak brightness of 4,500 nits for clear visibility even in direct sunlight. The display is protected by Corning® Gorilla® Glass 7i. Built to last, the nubia Air boasts top-level water and dust resistance, with IP68 and IP69 certification, and even industrial-grade IP69K waterproofing, allowing it to survive submersion and high-pressure, high-temperature water jets. Its reinforced aluminum alloy frame and internal structure have passed rigorous durability tests, including 600,000 touchscreen and thousands of drop tests.

Performance, Photography, and Seamless Features

The nubia Air is centered around a powerful imaging system: a 50MP AI Triple Rear Camera and a 20MP Front Camera. It ensures sharp and steady shots with features like AI Sport Snapshot and Electronic Image Stabilization (EIS) for video. It also includes AI Super Night and AI High Dynamic Range (HDR) for challenging lighting. Creators can utilize a dedicated VLOG mode and Multi-Camera Simultaneous Recording for dynamic content, supported by the AI Magic Photos suite of editing tools.

Performance is driven by a 6nm octa-core processor with up to 20GB (8+12) Dynamic RAM and 256GB ROM, providing a 28% boost in energy efficiency. The AI Performance Engine, with AI Scheduling and APP Freeze, optimizes CPU performance and extends battery life by 20%. Practical features enhance the user experience, including nubia linkfree for network-free Bluetooth calls, HiFi 4 DSP for superior audio with AI noise cancellation, and an Under-Display Fingerprint sensor for quick unlocking.

A New Era of Integrated AI

The nubia Air goes beyond single AI features, offering a fully integrated, system-level AI experience that optimizes photography, gaming, audio, and overall performance. The device leverages Gemini, Google’s most capable AI model, to act as an intelligent partner, assisting users with tasks like generating AI images, drafting content, and brainstorming. It also breaks down language barriers with AI Real-time Translate for instant, two-way translation during phone calls and AI Conversation Translate for natural, face-to-face communication.

Embodying the “Be yourself” philosophy, the nubia Air provides stylish and high-value products without compromise. It is available in three colors: Titanium Black, Streamer Black, and Titanium Desert. It was first rolled out in Europe in September 2025 followed by a global rollout covering Southeast Asia, Latin America, the Middle East, and other markets. 

For Malaysians, you can pre-order yours now at DirectD by clicking here!