ASUS ROG Phone 8 vs Nubia Z60 Ultra
The ASUS ROG Phone 8 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Nubia Z60 Ultra (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3; launch prices were $1099 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Z60 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 71/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Z60 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5500); the Nubia Z60 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,527,231 vs 2,313,311).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 8
Nubia Z60 Ultra
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 8 better?
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 225g vs 226g
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 63/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Nubia Z60 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2527231 vs 2313311
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 65W
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $1099
- Higher performance (83/100 vs 82/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (35/100 vs 34/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS ROG Phone 8 vs the Nubia Z60 Ultra, the Nubia Z60 Ultra scores 4 points higher (75/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z60 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 56/100). Value score: ASUS ROG Phone 8 — 52/100, Nubia Z60 Ultra — 64/100; 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 Z60 Ultra and the ASUS ROG Phone 8 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z60 Ultra notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 8 (78/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 and the Nubia Z60 Ultra are nearly equal (66/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Nubia Z60 Ultra and the ASUS ROG Phone 8 are nearly equal (35/100 vs 34/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 8 | Nubia Z60 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 2313311 | 2527231 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 2203 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 6511 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2480x1116 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 32 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | 1500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×76.8×8.9 mm | 164.0×76.4×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 225 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $599 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 32MP
Nubia Z60 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.59
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 8
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Nubia Z60 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2480x1116
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 8
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Nubia Z60 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS ROG Phone 8 and Nubia Z60 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia Z60 Ultra leads ASUS ROG Phone 8 by 8.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $500. Nubia Z60 Ultra was $500 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z60 Ultra and the ASUS ROG Phone 8 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z60 Ultra notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 8 (78/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 and the Nubia Z60 Ultra are nearly equal (66/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nubia Z60 Ultra and the ASUS ROG Phone 8 are nearly equal (35/100 vs 34/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 8 or the Nubia Z60 Ultra?
The Nubia Z60 Ultra edges out the ASUS ROG Phone 8 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 8 and the Nubia Z60 Ultra?
The ASUS ROG Phone 8 has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Nubia Z60 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 8 or the Nubia Z60 Ultra?
The Nubia Z60 Ultra leads on camera score (78/100 vs 56/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 8 over the Nubia Z60 Ultra?
The ASUS ROG Phone 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Nubia Z60 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users.