Z-Cube UV Print 5x5

Z-Cube UV Print 5x5

Z-Cube UV Print 5x5 is a transparent 5x5 cube with no stickers. Instead, the colors are UV-printed directly onto the plastic. The pieces are see-through, so you can see the mechanism inside through the faces. The cube has no magnets and is one of Z-Cube's budget models. Think of it as a fun gadget and a way to get started with bigger cubes rather than a record-breaking speedcube.

UV print instead of stickers

The colored tiles aren't stickers but a print on the surface of the pieces. That means nothing will peel off or shift at the edges, which often happens with cheap stickered cubes. Colors on transparent plastic look different from a classic colored stickerless body: the cube looks lighter, and in the light you can clearly see how it's built. The print is a thin layer on the outside of the pieces, so protect the cube from scratches. For example, don't toss it loose into a backpack with your keys.

How it turns

This is a simple cube without the magnets and adjustment systems found in modern speedcubing 5x5s. There's no Ball-Core, MagLev or tension adjustment. Don't expect the stability and corner cutting of a magnetic cube. When turning faster, lockups and misaligned layers are more likely. For relaxed solving, learning center and edge reduction, or just turning for fun, it's perfectly fine.

Who is it for?

For anyone who can already solve a 3x3 and wants to see what solving a 5x5 is like before buying a more expensive model. It also makes a great gift or collection piece, as the transparent body with the print clearly sets it apart from typical cubes. For timed practice, it's better to choose a magnetic 5x5 with tension adjustment, even a budget one.

Specifications

• Type: 5x5 cube, non-magnetic
• Manufacturer: Z-Cube
• Size: approx. 61.5 mm
• Weight: approx. 135 g
• Body color: Transparent
• Color scheme: UV print directly on the pieces (no stickers)
• Release year: 2025