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Nio Phone

R10,000
SKU: 3457
Brand: Nio Phone
Category: Mobiles
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CPU: Octa-core (1x3.36 GHz Cortex-X3 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A710 & 3x2.0 GHz Cortex-A510)
RAM: 12GB/16GB
Storage: 512GB/1TB
Display: LTPO AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1800 nits (peak)
Camera: 50MP
OS: SkyUI

Our Rating

The overall rating is based on review by our experts

Display 7 / 10
Camera 7 / 10
Performance 7 / 10
Battery 7 / 10

PROS

Flagship phone.
Good built quality.
LTPO OLED display with high resolution.
Large battery.
Good Performance.

CONS

FM is not supported.

If you are following the intersection of premium electric vehicles and high-end mobile tech, the Nio Phone marks a highly unique entry into the market. Developed by the pioneering Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer Nio, this device is engineered not just as a standalone flagship smartphone, but as a seamlessly integrated “car-machine” companion tool for modern smart ecosystems.

Pricing and Regional Context

The Nio Phone enters the local landscape with a premium baseline price starting from ZAR 10,000.

Please Note: This price acts as a base estimate and is highly subject to market fluctuations. Because this device targets a specialized high-end demographic, retail pricing will vary considerably depending on your specific location in South Africa, regional dealer premiums, import/logistical adjustments, and seasonal store promotions.

Where to Buy: South African Stockists

To maximize its footprint, the distribution network spans major retail chains, electronic specialty stores, and major network carriers across the country:

Online & Tech-Focused Platforms: Takealot, Cellucity, 4U, Hi Online
Wholesale & Large-Scale Retailers: Makro, Game, HiFi Corp
Network Operators & Cellular Franchises: MTN, Chatz
Lifestyle & Department Store Outlets: Foschini, Mr Price
Value-Focused Storefronts: PEP, Ackermans

Tip: Given the unique ecosystem positioning of this device, certain major carrier chains like MTN and large-scale tech suppliers like Makro or Takealot may feature specialized contract options or bundled accessories compared to standard cash-only outlets.

Core Highlights: What Makes It Unique?

The Nio Phone distinguishes itself by packing pure flagship hardware alongside deep software integration that bridges the gap between consumer electronics and smart mobility:

NIO Link Automotive Sync: The phone’s true standout feature is its deep integration with smart vehicles. It features a dedicated physical smart button that allows you to instantly trigger remote vehicle functions, mirror phone applications to an in-car screen via advanced casting protocols, and control climate or seating settings seamlessly.
Ultra-Wideband (UWB) Digital Key: Equipped with highly precise UWB technology, the phone acts as an uncopyable digital car key. It can unlock compatible smart locks and vehicle doors with absolute precision as you approach, even if the device’s battery is completely flat.
Grade Visual Experience: It showcases a premium, high-resolution AMOLED curved display featuring adaptive LTPO technology. It automatically transitions from 1Hz up to a buttery-smooth 120Hz refresh rate to preserve battery life while offering vibrant wide color accuracy.
Top-Tier Processing Power: Powered by a high-end Qualcomm Snapdragon flagship processor, the device breezes through intensive multitasking, severe application processing, and heavy mobile gaming with zero performance degradation.
Advanced Triple Camera System: It utilizes a versatile multi-lens camera array headlined by premium Sony imaging sensors, complete with advanced optical image stabilization (OIS) and high-magnification telephoto capabilities for crisp shots in low-light environments.
Robust Wireless Charging & Speed: The device supports ultra-fast wired charging alongside high-speed wireless charging and wireless reverse charging capabilities, making it highly versatile for power users on the move.

Full Specifications

General

Brand	Nio Phone
Model	Nio Phone
Announced	21 September, 2023
Released	21 September, 2023
Status	Available
Price	ZAR 10,000

Design

Type Design Type called form factor refers to a mobile phone's size, shape, and style as well as the layout and position of major components of phone. There are three major form factors seen in mobile phones => bar phones, folding phones and sliding phones.	Bar
Dimensions	165.2 x 75.5 x 8.9 mm (6.50 x 2.97 x 0.35 in)
Weight	212 g or 216 g (7.48 oz)
Protection	IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Colors	Black, Gray, Pink, Gold, Green, Blue, Dark Blue

Network

2G Network
3G Network
4G Network
5G Network
SIM SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) is a small card that contains mobile network subscriber's account information. This allows the phone using the card to attach to a mobile network. The SIM card is most commonly associated with GSM and UMTS mobile networks. Moving a SIM card from one phone to another allows a subscriber to switch mobile phones without having to contact their mobile network carrier. SIM cards can also be used by a phone to store limited amounts of data, such as phone numbers and text messages.	Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)

Display

Display Type Display Technology => A number of display technologies and types used in mobile phones => TFT (Thin Film Transistor), IPS (In-Place Switching), OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode), AMOLED (Active-Matrix Organic Light-Emitting Diode), Super AMOLED (an even advanced version of AMOLED), Resistive Touchscreen (Resistive touchscreens contain two layer of conductive material with a very small gap between them which acts as a resistance), Capacitive Touchsceen (Capacitive touchscreen technology consists of a layer of glass coated with a transparent conductor)	LTPO AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1800 nits (peak)
Size	6.81 inches, 112.0 cm2 (~89.8% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution	1440 x 3200 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~515 ppi density)
Display Protection Display Protection => Gorilla Glass is a special alkali-aluminosilicate glass shield with exceptional damage resistance that helps protect mobile displays from scratches, drops, and bumps of everyday use, It is always better to go for a smartphone with Gorilla Glass for that added protection and peace of mind.	Corning Gorilla Glass Victus

Media

Audio Playback
Video Playback
FM Radio	No
Ring Tones
Loudspeaker

Camera

Main Camera Camera is able to capture photographs and usually videos, The most important characteristics of a camera are the resolution (measured in megapixels), lens focus type (fixed or automatic), higher megapixel cameras are known to capture higher quality photos, but not always a good measurement of the photos quality.	50 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1/1.28", 1.22µm, PDAF, OIS 50 MP, f/2.6, 65mm (periscope telephoto), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS, 2.8x optical zoom 50 MP, f/2.4, 15mm, 110˚ (ultrawide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm
Video	4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS
Selfie Camera	12 MP, f/2.5, (wide)
Video	4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS

Software

SkyUI

Hardware

Chipset Chipset is a group of integrated circuits designed to perform one or a more dedicated functions, often with real time computing constraints, Popular smartphones are equipped with more advanced embedded chipsets that can do many different tasks depending on their programming.	Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)
CPU CPU (Central Processing Unit) mostly known as processors, CPU processes instructions in order to carry out certain functions that make your device operate properly. Processors are often described as the brain of computers, smartphones and tablets, Smartphones and tablets rely on processors to carry out their every task, Processors are an incredibly important factor in selecting any type of computing device, including your smartphone.	Octa-core (1x3.36 GHz Cortex-X3 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A710 & 3x2.0 GHz Cortex-A510)
GPU GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) is a single-chip processor designed to rapidly manipulate and alter memory to accelerate the creation of images in a frame buffer intended for output to a display, This includes things such as lighting effects, object transformations, and 3D motion.	Adreno 740
RAM (Memory) RAM (Random Access Memory) is a type of computer memory that can be accessed randomly, any byte of memory can be accessed without touching the preceding bytes that allows information to be stored and accessed quickly from random locations. RAM is the most common type of memory found in computer systems, smartphones, tablets and other electronic devices.	12GB/16GB
Internal Storage Internal Storage is a data storage space (flash memory) mostly used in smartphones, tablets and other electronic devices where operating system, apps, music, photos, videos, files and other user data Is stored.	512GB/1TB
Card Slot Memory Card Slot is a special slot for inserting a memory card. Memory cards allow you to expand the phone's built-in memory, A memory card (sometimes called a flash memory card or a storage card) is a small storage medium used to store data such as text, pictures, audio, and video, for use on small, portable or remote computing devices such as mobile phones, mp3 players, digital cameras.	No
Sensors Sensors are electronic components that detects and responds to some type of input from the physical environment. The specific input could be light, heat, motion, moisture, pressure and location, The output is generally a signal that is converted to use in computing systems, a location sensor, such as a GPS receiver is able to detect current location of your electronic device.	Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, proximity, gyro, compass

Connectivity

Bluetooth Bluetooth is a wireless communications technology for exchanging data between mobile phones, headsets, computers and other network devices over short distances without wires, Bluetooth technology was primarily designed to support simple wireless networking of personal consumer devices.	5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Lossless
Wi-fi Wi-Fi is a popular wireless networking technology using radio waves to provide high-speed network connections that allows devices to communicate without cords or cables, Wi-Fi is increasingly becoming the preferred mode of internet connectivity all over the world.	Yes
Wi-fi Hotspot
USB	USB Type-C, OTG
Positioning GPS The Global Positioning System is a satellite-based radio navigation system, GPS permits users to determine their position, velocity and the time 24 hours a day, in all weather, anywhere in the world, In order to locate your position, your device or GPS receiver must have a clear view of the sky.	GPS (L1+L5), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5), GLONASS
NFC NFC (Near field communication) is a set of standards for smartphones and similar devices to establish peer-to-peer radio communications with each other by touching them together or bringing them into proximity, usually no more than a few inches.

Battery

Battery Type Battery Type => Cell phones run on various kinds of batteries depending on the manufacturer, phone size or shape and features. There are basically four types of cell phone batteries => Lithium Polymer, Lithium Ion, Nickel Metal Hydride and Nickel Cadmium.	Li-Po 5200 mAh, non-removable
Charging Wireless Charging (Inductive Charging) uses an electromagnetic field to transfer energy between two objects. This is usually done with a charging station. Energy is sent through an inductive coupling to an electrical device, which can then use that energy to charge batteries or run the device.	66W wired, PD3.0, QC4 50W wireless 10W reverse wireless

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Display: Screen size, image quality (brightness, colors, contrast, etc), visibility in sun light, angles of view and touchscreen.

6
Camera: Usability of Camera interface, image and video quality in different light conditions and environment.

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