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Nubia Music

Avoid buyingValue Score 40/100
$90
Ultra-budget music-focused phone; around $90-99
$99 at launch

How long will it last?

Our estimate

Supported until February 2026 · Buy-by February 2024

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2024◆ Buy-by Feb 20242026

Apple doesn't publish an end date, but iPhones have a consistent ~2-year update track record — on that basis the Music should be supported until around February 2026. Buying it today still gets you about -0.3 years of safe use (Apple's written legal minimum is 5 years).

Source: Nubia's policy · last verified 2026-06-17 · how we compute this

Our verdict

A dirt-cheap, music-first phone built around loud dual speakers and an amplified audio experience for under $100.

Pros

  • Extremely low price, often under $100
  • Loud dual speakers and a 3.5mm jack aimed at music playback
  • Large 5000mAh battery and a 50MP main camera for the price; basic support into 2026

Cons

  • Entry-level Unisoc chip and only 4GB RAM struggle with multitasking
  • Low-resolution 720p screen, no water resistance, and slow 10W charging
Best for: Ultra-budget buyersBest for: Music loversAvoid if: Performance usersAvoid if: Photography enthusiasts

Full specifications

Display

💡 Bigger numbers = smoother scrolling (Hz) and easier outdoor reading (nits).

Screen6.6-inch IPS LCD, HD+, 90Hz
Performance

💡 The phone's brain — it decides speed today and how well it ages.

ChipsetUnisoc SC9863A (28nm)
RAM4GB
Storage128GB
Cameras

💡 Megapixels aren't everything — lens variety matters more day-to-day.

main50MP
front8MP
Battery & charging

💡 Capacity in mAh — bigger usually means longer between charges.

Battery5,000 mAh
Charging10W wired
Build

💡 Size, weight, and the materials between your phone and the floor.

Dimensions163.6 × 74.9 × 8.6 mm
Weight199 g
MaterialsPlastic frame and back
Water resistanceNot rated
Software & connectivity

💡 The software it ships with, and how far it can upgrade.

SoftwareAndroid 13 (Go-class) at launch
Connectivity4G LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB-C, 3.5mm jack, FM radio
Update policy~1 years of updates (our estimate from Nubia's track record — written minimum is 5 years)

Better-value alternatives

Similar price, lower cost per month of safe ownership.

Frequently asked questions

What makes the Nubia Music different from other cheap phones?

It is built around audio, with loud dual speakers, an amplified output, and a 3.5mm headphone jack, marketed specifically for music playback at a sub-$100 price.

Is the Nubia Music good for gaming?

No. Its entry-level Unisoc SC9863A chip and 4GB of RAM are meant for basic tasks and media, not demanding 3D games.

How long is the battery life?

Its 5000mAh battery and modest 720p display give strong endurance, though it charges slowly at about 10W.

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Specs are collected from manufacturer documentation; prices reflect major US retailers and change often. Support end dates follow each brand's official policy (or, for Apple, its documented historical pattern). Last verified 2026-06-17.