Google Pixel 2 vs Nubia Z80 Ultra
The Google Pixel 2 (2017) runs on the Snapdragon 835, while the Nubia Z80 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $649 and $749. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 30/100 (a 55-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Z80 Ultra has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 2700); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Nubia Z80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 438,016); the Google Pixel 2 is noticeably lighter (143g vs 225g).
Google Pixel 2
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- Lighter: 143g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $649 vs $749
- Better portability (85/100 vs 38/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 438016
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 427
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 1500
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 2700 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 11W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (79/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 59/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 2 vs the Nubia Z80 Ultra, the Nubia Z80 Ultra scores 55 points higher (85/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (98/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (79/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Google Pixel 2 — 0/100, Nubia Z80 Ultra — 82/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 2 (98/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 2 (83/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 2 (79/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 2 (81/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 2 significantly outperforms the Nubia Z80 Ultra (85/100 vs 38/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 2 | Nubia Z80 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 835 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 438016 | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | 427 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1500 | 11033 | |
| Display | 5.0" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x1920 | 2688x1216 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 2700 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 11W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 8.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 145.7×69.7×7.8 mm | 164.5×77.2×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 143 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $649 | $749 |
Google Pixel 2
- Main: 12MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.59
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Google Pixel 2
- 5.0" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x1920
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2688x1216
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 2
- 2700 mAh
- Wired: 11W
- No wireless charging
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- 6500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:17 hrs, total 34:15 hrs
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 80W
We compared Google Pixel 2 and Nubia Z80 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia Z80 Ultra leads Google Pixel 2 by 88.9% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $100. Google Pixel 2 was $100 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 2 (98/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 2 (83/100 vs 59/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 2 (79/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 2 (81/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 2 significantly outperforms the Nubia Z80 Ultra (85/100 vs 38/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 2 or the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 2 by 55 points (85/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 2 and the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 2 has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Nubia Z80 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 2 or the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra leads on camera score (79/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 2 or the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra leads on performance (98/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 2 over the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 2 is a better fit for everyday use. The Nubia Z80 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.