Apple iPhone 17 vs Nubia Z50S Pro

The Apple iPhone 17 (2025) runs on the Apple A19, while the Nubia Z50S Pro (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2; estimated prices are $799 and $662. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17 leads — 55/100 vs 37/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Z50S Pro has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 3692); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 17 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 228g).

The Apple iPhone 17 is noticeably better than the Nubia Z50S Pro — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17
Performance 64
Display 100
Camera 43
Battery 13
Design 78
Value for money 55
Nubia Z50S Pro
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 51
Battery 54
Design 15
Value for money 64
What makes Apple iPhone 17 better?
  • Lighter: 177g vs 228g

  • Higher performance (64/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (78/100 vs 15/100)
What makes Nubia Z50S Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 5100 vs 3692 mAh
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 40W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Cheaper: $662 vs $799

  • Better camera (51/100 vs 43/100)
  • Longer battery life (54/100 vs 13/100)
  • Better value for money (64/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 vs the Nubia Z50S Pro, the Apple iPhone 17 scores 18 points higher (55/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 leads (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro leads (54/100 vs 13/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro is a bit better (51/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (54/100 vs 13/100). In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (78/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 55/100).

Apple iPhone 17: The Apple iPhone 17 is a better fit for active users.
Nubia Z50S Pro: The Nubia Z50S Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Apple iPhone 17 Nubia Z50S Pro
Processor Apple A19 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2
AnTuTu 2450000
Geekbench Single 3608
Geekbench Multi 8810
Display 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2622x1206 1260x2800
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 3692 mAh 5100 mAh
Charging 40W 80W
Wireless charging 25W 0W
Main camera 48 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 48 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 12 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 1TB
OS iOS 26 Android 13, MyOS 13
Brightness (peak) 3000 nits 1200 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 149.6×71.5×8.0 mm 163.9×76.3×8.3 mm
Weight 177 g 228 g
Price $799 $662
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Front: 12MP
43
camera
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
51
camera
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17
  • 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
  • Resolution: 2622x1206
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17
  • 3692 mAh
  • Wired: 40W
  • Wireless: 25W
13
battery
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • 5100 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
54
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Apple iPhone 17
$799
Nubia Z50S Pro
$662

Price difference: $137. Nubia Z50S Pro is cheaper by $137.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (64/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro is a bit better (51/100 vs 43/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (54/100 vs 13/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (78/100 vs 15/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Nubia Z50S Pro?

The Apple iPhone 17 is noticeably better than the Nubia Z50S Pro — the overall rating gap is 18 points.

What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 and the Nubia Z50S Pro?

The Apple iPhone 17 has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Nubia Z50S Pro — 37/100.

Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Nubia Z50S Pro?

The Nubia Z50S Pro leads on camera score (51/100 vs 43/100).

Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Nubia Z50S Pro?

The Apple iPhone 17 leads on performance (64/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 over the Nubia Z50S Pro?

The Apple iPhone 17 is a better fit for active users. The Nubia Z50S Pro is a better fit for everyday use.