Fairphone 3+ vs Nubia Z50S Pro

The Fairphone 3+ (2020) runs on the Snapdragon 632, while the Nubia Z50S Pro (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2; estimated prices are $489 and $662. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Z50S Pro leads — 37/100 vs 13/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Z50S Pro has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 3040); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Fairphone 3+ is noticeably lighter (189g vs 228g).

The Nubia Z50S Pro significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ by 24 points (37/100 vs 13/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Fairphone 3+
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 26
Battery 0
Design 63
Value for money 76
Nubia Z50S Pro
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 51
Battery 54
Design 15
Value for money 64
What makes Fairphone 3+ better?
  • Lighter: 189g vs 228g
  • Cheaper: $489 vs $662

  • Better design/ergonomics (63/100 vs 15/100)
  • Better value for money (76/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Nubia Z50S Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 5100 vs 3040 mAh
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Better camera (51/100 vs 26/100)
  • Longer battery life (54/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Fairphone 3+ vs the Nubia Z50S Pro, the Nubia Z50S Pro scores 24 points higher (37/100 vs 13/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro leads (51/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro leads (54/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Fairphone 3+ leads (76/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro notably outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (51/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (54/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Fairphone 3+ significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (63/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Fairphone 3+ is a bit better (76/100 vs 64/100).

Fairphone 3+: The Fairphone 3+ is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Nubia Z50S Pro: The Nubia Z50S Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Fairphone 3+ Nubia Z50S Pro
Processor Snapdragon 632 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2
AnTuTu 243691
Geekbench Single 295
Geekbench Multi 1037
Display 5.7" IPS LCD 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2160 1260x2800
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 3040 mAh 5100 mAh
Charging 18W 80W
Main camera 48 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 16 MP 16 MP
RAM 4GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 64GB 256GB / 1TB
OS Android 10 Android 13, MyOS 13
Brightness (peak) 1200 nits
NFC yes yes
Dimensions 158.0×71.8×9.9 mm 163.9×76.3×8.3 mm
Weight 189 g 228 g
Price $489 $662
Camera comparison
Fairphone 3+
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
26
camera
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
51
camera
Display comparison
Fairphone 3+
  • 5.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2160
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Fairphone 3+
  • 3040 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
0
battery
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • 5100 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
54
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Fairphone 3+
$489
Nubia Z50S Pro
$662

Price difference: $173. Fairphone 3+ is cheaper by $173.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro notably outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (51/100 vs 26/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (54/100 vs 0/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Fairphone 3+ significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (63/100 vs 15/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Fairphone 3+ is a bit better (76/100 vs 64/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Fairphone 3+ or the Nubia Z50S Pro?

The Nubia Z50S Pro significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ by 24 points (37/100 vs 13/100).

What is the rating of the Fairphone 3+ and the Nubia Z50S Pro?

The Fairphone 3+ has a MobileRank rating of 13/100, the Nubia Z50S Pro — 37/100.

Which has the better camera: the Fairphone 3+ or the Nubia Z50S Pro?

The Nubia Z50S Pro leads on camera score (51/100 vs 26/100).

Should you choose the Fairphone 3+ over the Nubia Z50S Pro?

The Fairphone 3+ is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Nubia Z50S Pro is a better fit for everyday use.