ASUS ROG Phone 6D vs Nubia Z80 Ultra
The ASUS ROG Phone 6D (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+, while the Nubia Z80 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $749 and $749. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 61/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Z80 Ultra has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 6000); the Nubia Z80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 1,540,240); the Nubia Z80 Ultra is thinner (8.6mm vs 10.4mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 6D
Nubia Z80 Ultra
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 6D better?
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Better display (89/100 vs 83/100)
What makes Nubia Z80 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 1540240
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1967
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5401
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 65W
- Lighter: 225g vs 239g
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 74/100)
- Better camera (79/100 vs 36/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 60/100)
- Better portability (38/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS ROG Phone 6D vs the Nubia Z80 Ultra, the Nubia Z80 Ultra scores 24 points higher (85/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (98/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (79/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 60/100). Value score: ASUS ROG Phone 6D — 36/100, Nubia Z80 Ultra — 84/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 6D (98/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 6D is a bit better (89/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 6D (79/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 6D (81/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 6D (38/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 6D | Nubia Z80 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1540240 | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1967 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5401 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2448x1080 | 2688x1216 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 / ROG UI | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IPX4 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 173.0×77.0×10.4 mm | 164.5×77.2×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 239 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $749 | $749 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 6D
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 12MP
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.59
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 6D
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2448x1080
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2688x1216
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 6D
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
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 ASUS ROG Phone 6D and Nubia Z80 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia Z80 Ultra leads ASUS ROG Phone 6D by 60.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $0. Same launch price.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 6D (98/100 vs 74/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 6D is a bit better (89/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 6D (79/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 6D (81/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 6D (38/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 6D or the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 6D by 24 points (85/100 vs 61/100).
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 6D and the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The ASUS ROG Phone 6D has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Nubia Z80 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 6D or the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra leads on camera score (79/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS ROG Phone 6D or the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra leads on performance (98/100 vs 74/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 6D over the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The ASUS ROG Phone 6D is a better fit for active users. The Nubia Z80 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.