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This phone must be fun at parties. Well,
not really in a sarcastic way. Meet the
Nubia Music Pro, and it sure breaks the
norm in terms of smartphone design. Not
to mention, it has a massive loudspeaker
at the back in hopes to stand out in the
entry-level space. Yes, you heard that
right. This one belongs in the entry-le
segment. And for a price under 5,000
pesos, what else does it bring to the
table? Let’s find out in this review.
[Music]
Starting with the design, the Nubia
Music Pro absolutely screams for
attention as a lot of things are
happening at the rear. Our unit is the
Melody Wave variant, and as the name
implies, there are some decorative audio
waves to see here that are rather loud
and colorful. Perhaps one of the first
things you’ll notice is a prominent
speaker grill positioned beside the dual
camera setup, the look of a vanilla
record layer. In terms of materials, the
phone features an all plastic build with
a glossy back and sort of a matte frame
that is flat on all sides. This
combination makes it look and feel
decent in hand, although those with
small hands may find it a bit hefty. For
iOS, there’s an orange accent power
button beside the volume rocker on the
right. The hybrid SIM tray is on the
left. Then there’s a mic on top. And
found at the bottom are the 3.5 mm
headphone jack, the second mic, USBC,
and the other downward firing speakers.
Unlocking the phone is done through the
sidemounted fingerprint sensor along
with face unlock. As expected, the
unlocking experience is quite fast using
the fingerprint sensor, and that’s
typically the preferred biometrics
option for entry-level devices. Flip the
phone over and you’ll be greeted by a
6.7 in HD plus IPS LCD panel with a
refresh rate of up to 120 Hz at least on
paper. The bezels are quite thick,
especially at the chin, but that’s to be
expected. I do have to commend Nubia for
not using an outdated water drop notch
on this thing. Instead, it comes with
the more standard punch hole design.
When it comes to visual experience, it’s
pretty decent. Colors are surprisingly
rich and the viewing angles are quite
good. The lack of detail is a given.
supporting wideband L3. So streaming on
YouTube is capped at 720p and Netflix
quality is default to standard
definition. Now let’s talk about the
very core feature of this phone and that
is the audio listening experience. The
Nubia Music Pro features stereo speakers
and interestingly the brand says it has
three fullrange speakers. However, I
only see the large speakers at the back
and the downward firing one at the
bottom. I’m not sure where the third one
is, but based on this image, there’s a
speaker at the top portion. So that
little hole at the top might just be a
speaker rather than a microphone or
both. The brand didn’t really specify.
Notably, the Nugia Music Pro comes with
a 2.1 channel audio system featuring
three fullrange speakers that can reach
up to 95 dibels of sound. With DTSX
Ultra, it supports spatial audio for
more immersive listening experience, but
those are just specs on paper. The
actual audio experience is a little more
serviceable than impressive. Going back
to be honest, I’m not expecting much
quality of this device, but I can
appreciate the amount of loudness it can
bring. The high is clear in general,
though it tends to bleed over the mids,
and the overall sound fidelity is
lacking in my taste. There’s little
amount of bass here, too. But then
again, this is an entry- level device.
Thus, having a sound system that is loud
and is on a phone is quite a feat in
itself. And for that, the Nubia Music
Pro deserves some credit. In any case,
you have the 3.5 mm headphone jack at
your disposal, so you can still get some
higher sound quality using preferred
wired audio wearables. For optics, it
features a 50 megapixel main shooter
along with an auxiliary lens, while at
the front it has a 5 megapixel selfie
shooter. Images captured from the Nubia
Music Pro are not bad. The image quality
has an adequate amount of sharpness with
decent colors and dynamic range, though
it tends to be on the warmer side in
most cases. As for video, it can shoot
up to 1080p at 30 frames per second.
However, the video quality looks
mediocre with less sharp details, lots
of grain, supper dynamic range, and the
lack of stabilization. Despite the fact
in any case that you need to take some
random snaps or whatnot, the Nubia Music
Pro’s decent camera performance will
suffice.
[Music]
[Music]
On the subject of performance, since
this is an entry-level phone, you may
have to set your expectations. Under the
hood, the Nubia Music Pro is equipped
with the Unisoft Tiger T7200 chipset. It
is built on a 12nometer process and
octaore CPU configuration clocked up to
1.6 GHz. For configs, our unit comes
with 4 gig of onboard RAM with an
additional 4 gig of extended memory. It
gets paired with 128 gig of internal
storage. And notably, it is expandable
via micro SD card slot, which is always
a plus in our book. As expected of an
entry-level chip, things are rather
slow. It takes a while to load apps, and
multitasking is a bit of a struggle
because of the limited memory. Also,
while it inherently supports a high
refresh rate of 120 Hz, the phone finds
itself difficult to maintain at full
speed. For the most part, though, simple
navigation on the home screen and app
drawer, as well as scrolling on social
media, still yields a smooth refresh
rate. Then there’s gaming, and the phone
surprisingly holds up well. Casual games
like Pokémon Unite run smoothly without
any noticeable stutters, but that’s
about it. Knowing that this is an
entry-le device, it will surely struggle
to play graphic demanding games like
Zenzone Zero and Weathering Res. Well,
that didn’t stop us from doing benchmark
tests on the Nubia Music Pro. So
flashing on your screen the results that
we got.
[Music]
On the software side of things, this guy
runs on the older version of Android,
specifically Android 14 with my OS 14
skin on top. The overall UI design looks
all right, though the system animations
could use some improvements. There’s
also a fair amount of bloatware, most of
which is removable. Unfortunately, Nubia
hasn’t mentioned anything about its
software pledge, but they generally
provide at least one year major OS
upgrade and up to three years of
security patches. Since this is an audio
focus device, there are some specific
features available like NFC tap to share
your music to other compatible devices.
And you can even use the device itself
as a Bluetooth speaker should you need a
louder audio. Battery wise, the Nubia
Music Pro packs a standard 5,000 mAh
unit. In our experience, the phone
managed to last at least half a day of
use on typical usage, including extended
periods of listening to music. For
connectivity, it gets 4G LTE, dualband
Wi-Fi, NFC, which comes as a surprise,
and of course, FM radio since it
features the good old 3.5 millimeter
headphone jack. Finally, let’s talk
about the price. The Nubia Music Pro has
an introductory price of 4,299 pesos for
the 4 gig plus 128 gig variant. For its
price, this phone brings a lot of
interesting features to the table,
especially if you’re looking for
something that stands out in the budget
segment. It’s not your run-of-the-mill
entry-level device, but Nubia has put a
lot of emphasis on the audio experience,
which is a rare sight in this price
range. The loudspir speakers with a
claimed 2.1 channel audio system and
DTSX ultra support are a definite
highlight. Plus, the 120 Hz refresh rate
display gives a smooth experience when
browsing or scrolling through apps,
something that many entry- level phones
still lack. However, while it does check
off some impressive boxes, there are
areas where it shows its budget roots.
The performance, for instance, is
decent, but not groundbreaking. The
Unisong Tiger T7200 chipset isn’t
exactly known for pushing highend
performance and multitasking can be a
bit of a chore. Gaming 2 is limited to
lighter titles. If you’re looking for
high-end gaming performance, you’ll need
to look elsewhere. The camera setup is
perfectly serviceable for everyday use.
And while the 5,000 mAh battery delivers
decent endurance, the charging speeds
and battery performance might leave you
longing for more, especially if you’re
someone who tends to consume a lot of
media or game plays. Still, for 4,299
pesos, the Nubia Music Pro punches well
enough in its class. If you’re a music
enthusiast, appreciate a smooth display,
and want an affordable phone with a bit
more flare, this is certainly a
contender. However, if you’re after more
raw power, and better camera
capabilities, you may need to stretch
your budget a bit further. What do you
think of the Nubia Music Pro? Will you
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Again, this has been Earl and I’ll see
you guys in the next one. Bye.
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Okay, we’ve seen phones with good speakers, but have you ever seen a phone that looks like it’s trying to become the speaker itself? That’s the first thought that hit us when we unboxed the nubia Music Pro. In a sea of boring entry-level slabs, this thing arrives with a full-on party in the back.
We’re talking about a design so loud and proud, it practically begs you to turn up the volume before you even unlock it.
The real question is, does this bold aesthetic and its massive rear speaker grill translate to a genuinely fun experience, or is it all just noise?
In our latest video review, we put this uniquely designed budget phone through its paces. We explore whether that eye-catching Melody Wave back is a stroke of genius or a fingerprint magnet, and more importantly, we test if the audio performance can actually back up its musical claims. Is the nubia Music Pro the life of the budget party, or is it just shouting to be heard? You’ll have to watch to find out what we really think about this sub-₱5,000 contender that refuses to play by the rules.
What You’ll See in This Video
- A rear design that’s literally waving at you with its Melody Wave pattern and a prominent speaker grill that dominates the back.
- Features a 3.5mm headphone jack and a side-mounted fingerprint sensor for quick and familiar unlocks.
- Packs a 120Hz refresh rate display on its 6.7-inch screen, which is a nice surprise at this price point.
- Runs on a Unisoc T606 processor, positioning it firmly in the entry-level performance bracket.
Curious to see if this phone’s bark is as good as its, well, literal bark? Don’t just read about it, hear it for yourself! Hit play on our video above for the full audio test, camera samples, and our final verdict on whether the nubia Music Pro is a hit or a miss.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the nubia Music Pro available in the Philippines?
Yes, it is available locally. As mentioned in our video, it’s positioned in the entry-level segment with a price tag under ₱5,000.
How good is the speaker quality?
That’s the million-peso question. We dedicated a good portion of our video to testing the audio from that massive rear grill. For our detailed thoughts and actual sound test, you’ll have to watch the review.
Does it have a good camera for its price?
It comes with a dual-camera setup. We took sample photos in various conditions to see if it can capture more than just good vibes. Check out the video to see the results for yourself.
Is the 120Hz display smooth?
On paper, a 120Hz refresh rate on a budget phone is impressive. In our hands-on time, we tested the scrolling and navigation to see how it feels in daily use. The answer is in the video!
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