ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra vs Nubia Z70S Ultra
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Nubia Z70S Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $999 and $600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Z70S Ultra leads — 81/100 vs 75/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Z70S Ultra has the bigger battery (6600 mAh vs 5500); the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,247,013 vs 3,228,937).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
Nubia Z70S Ultra
What makes ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3247013 vs 3228937
- Lighter: 220g vs 228g
- Better portability (38/100 vs 36/100)
What makes Nubia Z70S Ultra better?
- Bigger battery: 6600 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 65W
- Cheaper at launch: $600 vs $999
- Better camera (79/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (93/100 vs 89/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra vs the Nubia Z70S Ultra, the Nubia Z70S Ultra scores 6 points higher (81/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z70S Ultra leads (79/100 vs 56/100). Value score: ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra — 60/100, Nubia Z70S Ultra — 76/100; 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, both devices are on the same level — 92/100. In the "display" category, the Nubia Z70S Ultra and the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra are nearly equal (93/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z70S Ultra notably outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra (79/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 66/100. In the "portability" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra and the Nubia Z70S Ultra are nearly equal (38/100 vs 36/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra | Nubia Z70S Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3247013 | 3228937 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1216x2688 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 6600 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 | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 / ZenUI | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×77.0×8.9 mm | 164.3×77.1×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 220 g | 228 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $600 |
Camera comparison
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 32MP
Nubia Z70S Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Nubia Z70S Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2688
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Nubia Z70S Ultra
- 6600 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 7:53 hrs, total 22:56 hrs
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra and Nubia Z70S Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra leads Nubia Z70S Ultra by 0.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $399. Nubia Z70S Ultra was $399 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 92/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Nubia Z70S Ultra and the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra are nearly equal (93/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z70S Ultra notably outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra (79/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 66/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra and the Nubia Z70S Ultra are nearly equal (38/100 vs 36/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra or the Nubia Z70S Ultra?
The Nubia Z70S Ultra edges out the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra and the Nubia Z70S Ultra?
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Nubia Z70S Ultra — 81/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra or the Nubia Z70S Ultra?
The Nubia Z70S Ultra leads on camera score (79/100 vs 56/100).
Should you choose the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra over the Nubia Z70S Ultra?
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Nubia Z70S Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.