NxtQuantum's AI-branded smartphones, priced between ₹4,999 for the Pulse (4GB/64GB) and ₹7,999 for the Nova 5G (6GB/128GB), would be available in India on July 8, 2025. The Pulse is aimed at ultra-budget consumers who require smooth essentials, whilst the Nova 5G is designed for people who desire 5G and faster refresh.
Table Of Content :-
- Key specifications at a glance.
- Build and durability.
- Display.
- Performance.
- Camera.
- Battery and charging.
- Software and user experience.
- Connectivity and extras.
- Pros and cons.
- Final verdict.
- FAQs.
1. Key Specifications At a Glance :-
| Features |
Pulse 4G |
Nova 5G |
| Display | 6.74" HD+ TFT, 90Hz, 450-900 nits Peak Brightness. | 6.74" HD+ IPS LCD, 120Hz, 450-900 nits Peak Brightness. |
| Processor | Unisoc T615, Antutu Score - 250K+ around. | Unisoc T8200, Antutu Score - 400K+ around. |
| Ram & Storage | 4GB/6GB (LPDDR4) Ram + 64GB/128GB (UFS2.2) Storage. | 6GB/8GB (LPDDR4) Ram + 128GB (UFS2.2) Storage. |
| Front Camera | 5MP with 1080p video recording. | 5MP with 1080p video recording. |
| Rear Camera | 50MP AI Dual Camera1080p video recording. | 50MP AI Dual Camera 4K video recording. |
| Battery | 5000mAh Battery + 10W Charging. | 5000mAh Battery + 18W Charging. |
| Build & Durability | Matte Plastic Black, Plastic Frame, 8.2mm Thick, 195g Weight, IP54. | Matte Plastic Black, Plastic Frame, 8.2mm Thick, 195g Weight, IP54. |
| Connectivity | Dual 4G VoLTE, WIFI5, Bluetooth5, Dual Sim, FM Radio, 3.5mm Jack. | 8 5G Bands, WIFI5, Bluetooth5, Dual Sim, FM Radio, 3.5mm Jack. |
| Operating System | NxtQuantum OS based on Android 15 & 2 years of Security Updates. | NxtQuantum OS based on Android 15 & 2 years of Security Updates. |
| Color | Black, Blue, Pink, Green & Purple. | Black, Blue, Pink, Green & Purple. |
| Price | 4,999 (4/64) + 6,999 (6/128). | 7,999 (6/128) + 9,999 (8/128). |
2. Build and Durability :-
Both have flat-edge designs with matte plastic backs, small profiles (~8.2-8.5 mm), and lightweight weights (~193-196 g). They contain side-mounted fingerprint scanners, headphone connectors, and FM radios, which are unusual for this price range. The Nova 5G is slightly more streamlined and heavier. Both the smartphones look premium and have a unique design.
3. Display :-
The Pulse has 6.74" HD+ TFT water drop notch display and 90Hz of refresh rate. Pulse support 1080P playback on YouTube and produce bright playback with no lags. Peak brightness of approximately 450-900 nits. Side, upper and chin bazels are decent of his price.
The Nova 5G has 6.74" HD+ IPS LCD water drop notch display and 120Hz of refresh rate. Pulse support 4K playback on YouTube and produce contrasty playback with no lags and guitar. Peak brightness of approximately 450-900 nits. Side, upper and chin bazels are decent of his price.
4. Performance :-
Pulse (Unisoc T615) is suitable for light tasks (e.g. calls, texting), however UI lags may occur unless the refresh rate is manually set at 90Hz. Cpu scores 2.5 laks+ scores on AnTuTu Benchmark. Ram and Storage type are not mentioned by brand.
Nova 5G (Unisoc T8200) is more capable, with a smoother user interface, faster multitasking, and future-ready networking. Cpu scores 4 laks+ scores on AnTuTu Benchmark. Ram and Storage type are not mentioned by brand.
5. Camera :-
Both include a 50MP dual-AI camera and a 5MP selfie shooter. Daylight photos are ideal for social situations, but low-light photos are still common on inexpensive phones. Pulse Front and back sensor both are supported 1080p 30FPS video recording but stabilizing is better on Nova 5g. Nova 5G Front sensor are supported 1080p 30FPS video recording and Back sensor are supported 4K 30FPS video recording. Edge detection in portrait mode is impressive, considering the price. AI enhancement feature is present in the camera and you can change any photo into bokeh in just one click. The Pulse captures more natural skin while the Nova 5G captures a bit more brighter skin.
6. Battery and Charging :- The 5,000 mAh battery provides ample power for a full day. Charging at 18W requires approximately 40 minutes for a half-charge. Nova's performance marginally outperforms Pulse thanks to USB-C and a better SoC.
7. Software and User Experience :- NxtQuantum OS for Android 15 is clean and bloat-free, with privacy enhancements (NxtPrivacy Dashboard, cloud-based data storage). Some AI capabilities (Theme Designer, Community applications) are unique, but UI polish—particularly on Pulse—is still evolving. Brand has provide 2 years of Security patch update and Android update are not mentioned. The app opening animation is not but the closing animation is there which makes the phone feel a bit faster to operate.
8. Connectivity and Extras :- Connectivity: Pulse - Dual 4G VOLTE, USB-C, FM Radio, 3.5 mm jack, WIFI 5, Bluetooth 5, Dual Sim and All sensor support.
Nova 5G - 5G NA/NSA Support, 8 5G Bands, WIFI 5, Bluetooth 5, Dual Sim, FM Radio, 3.5mm Jack and All sensor support.
Audio: Single Speaker Support which is quite decent.
Biomatric: Side mounted fingerprint scanner and face unlock support.
9. Pros and Cons :-
✅ Pros -
- Excellent value for money.
- Clean, bloat-free Android 15 experience.
- Expandable 1 TB storage.
- Stereo in 5G case, FM radio, fingerprint, 3.5 mm jack.
- Nova 5G offers smooth graphics (120 Hz) with 5G connectivity.
⚠️ Cons -
- Only HD+ screen, no HDR or deep blacks.
- Pulse’s UI can lag if auto-refresh misbehaves.
- 18 W charging slower than market norm.
- 5 MP selfie camera is basic.
- Low-light camera output not impressive.
10. Final Verdict :-
AI+ Pulse is a budget-friendly option for basic use, offering clean software, privacy, and expandable storage for less than ₹7K. AI+ Nova 5G justifies its tiny higher cost (~₹8-10K range) with 5G, smoother display, improved performance, and future-proofing capabilities. You can consider anyone according to your needs and priorities.
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11. FAQs :-
Q1. Should I buy Nova over Pulse?
Ans. Yes—if you want 5G and a smoother 120 Hz refresh experience, Nova is worth the extra ₹3–5K.
Q2. Will these phones receive updates?
Ans. They run Android 15; no official update policy announced yet.
Q3. Can I expand storage?
Ans. Yes—both phones support microSD expansion up to 1 TB.
Q4. Are they durable?
Ans. Basic IP/ruggedness claims (IP54), but no water/dust certification beyond that.
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