Apple iPhone SE (2024) vs Nubia Z80 Ultra
The Apple iPhone SE (2024) (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Nubia Z80 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 68/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Nubia Z80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 1,972,476).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone SE (2024)
Nubia Z80 Ultra
What makes Apple iPhone SE (2024) better?
- Better display (90/100 vs 83/100)
What makes Nubia Z80 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3431
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 8638
- Faster charging: 80W vs 5W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 80W vs 7W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 86/100)
- Better camera (79/100 vs 30/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone SE (2024) vs the Nubia Z80 Ultra, the Nubia Z80 Ultra scores 17 points higher (85/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (98/100 vs 86/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (79/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra is a bit better (98/100 vs 86/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone SE (2024) is a bit better (90/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE (2024) (79/100 vs 30/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone SE (2024) | Nubia Z80 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3431 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8638 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1170x2532 | 2688x1216 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | — | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 5W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 164.5×77.2×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | — | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | $749 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone SE (2024)
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.59
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone SE (2024)
- 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1170x2532
- Refresh rate: —
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2688x1216
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone SE (2024)
- —
- Wired: 5W
- Wireless: 7W
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- 6500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:17 hrs, total 34:15 hrs
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 80W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone SE (2024) and Nubia Z80 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia Z80 Ultra leads Apple iPhone SE (2024) by 50.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Apple iPhone SE (2024)
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra is a bit better (98/100 vs 86/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone SE (2024) is a bit better (90/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE (2024) (79/100 vs 30/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone SE (2024) or the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone SE (2024) — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone SE (2024) and the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone SE (2024) has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Nubia Z80 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone SE (2024) or the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra leads on camera score (79/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone SE (2024) or the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra leads on performance (98/100 vs 86/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone SE (2024) over the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone SE (2024) is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Nubia Z80 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.