Apple iPhone 17 Pro vs Nubia Z80 Ultra
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Nubia Z80 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $1099 and $749. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads — 81/100 vs 69/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Z80 Ultra has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 3998); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Nubia Z80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 2,590,000); the Apple iPhone 17 Pro is noticeably lighter (206g vs 225g).
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- Better Geekbench Single: 3895 vs 3640
- Lighter: 206g vs 225g
- Better camera (94/100 vs 74/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (42/100 vs 18/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 2590000
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 9988
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 3998 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 80W vs 25W
- Cheaper: $749 vs $1099
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 71/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 21/100)
- Better value for money (58/100 vs 34/100)
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 Pro vs the Nubia Z80 Ultra, the Nubia Z80 Ultra scores 12 points higher (81/100 vs 69/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro leads (94/100 vs 74/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 21/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (58/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro (92/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro notably outperforms the Nubia Z80 Ultra (94/100 vs 74/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro (78/100 vs 21/100). In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro notably outperforms the Nubia Z80 Ultra (42/100 vs 18/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro (58/100 vs 34/100).
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 Pro | Nubia Z80 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2590000 | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3895 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9988 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 2688x1216 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3998 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 80W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 168 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 150.0×71.9×8.8 mm | 164.5×77.2×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 225 g | |
| Price | $1099 | $749 |
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.59
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2688x1216
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
- 3998 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 9:51 hrs, total 26:48 hrs
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- 6500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:17 hrs, total 34:15 hrs
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 80W
We compared Apple iPhone 17 Pro and Nubia Z80 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia Z80 Ultra leads Apple iPhone 17 Pro by 34.3% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $350. Nubia Z80 Ultra is cheaper by $350.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro (92/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro notably outperforms the Nubia Z80 Ultra (94/100 vs 74/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro (78/100 vs 21/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro notably outperforms the Nubia Z80 Ultra (42/100 vs 18/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro (58/100 vs 34/100).
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 17 Pro — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Nubia Z80 Ultra — 81/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro leads on camera score (94/100 vs 74/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 Pro over the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Nubia Z80 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.