Google Pixel 6 vs Nubia Z80 Ultra

The Google Pixel 6 (2021) runs on the Google Tensor, while the Nubia Z80 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $599 and $749. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 59/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Z80 Ultra has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4614); the Nubia Z80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 990,213); the Google Pixel 6 is noticeably lighter (207g vs 225g).

The Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6 by 26 points (85/100 vs 59/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Google Pixel 6

Performance 62
Display 69
Camera 62
Battery 44
Portability 45
Value for money 32

Nubia Z80 Ultra

Performance 98
Display 83
Camera 79
Battery 81
Portability 38
Value for money 84

What makes Google Pixel 6 better?

  • Lighter: 207g vs 225g
  • Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $749

  • Better portability (45/100 vs 38/100)

What makes Nubia Z80 Ultra better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 990213
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1477
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3595
  • Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4614 mAh
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 21W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
  • Faster wireless charging: 80W vs 21W

  • Higher performance (98/100 vs 62/100)
  • Better camera (79/100 vs 62/100)
  • Longer battery life (81/100 vs 44/100)
  • Better display (83/100 vs 69/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 6 vs the Nubia Z80 Ultra, the Nubia Z80 Ultra scores 26 points higher (85/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (98/100 vs 62/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (79/100 vs 62/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Google Pixel 6 — 32/100, 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 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6 (98/100 vs 62/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra is a bit better (83/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 6 (79/100 vs 62/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6 (81/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 6 is a bit better (45/100 vs 38/100).

Google Pixel 6: The Google Pixel 6 is a better fit for active users.
Nubia Z80 Ultra: The Nubia Z80 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.

Specs comparison

Specification Google Pixel 6 Nubia Z80 Ultra
Processor Google Tensor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 990213 3942923
Geekbench Single 1477 3639
Geekbench Multi 3595 11047
Display 6.4" OLED 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 2400x1080 2688x1216
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4614 mAh 6500 mAh
Charging 21W 80W
Wireless charging 21W 80W
DXOMark (camera) 126 —
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 64 MP
Front camera 8 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 12 Android 16
Brightness (peak) — 2000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 158.6×74.8×8.9 mm 164.5×77.2×8.6 mm
Weight 207 g 225 g
Launch price $599 $749

Camera comparison

Google Pixel 6

  • Main: 50MP f/1.85
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 8MP
62
camera

Nubia Z80 Ultra

  • Main: 50MP f/1.59
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
79
camera

Display comparison

Google Pixel 6

  • 6.4" OLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
69
display

Nubia Z80 Ultra

  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2688x1216
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
83
display

Battery and charging

Google Pixel 6

  • 4614 mAh
  • Wired: 21W
  • Wireless: 21W
44
battery

Nubia Z80 Ultra

  • 6500 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 14:17 hrs, total 34:15 hrs
  • Wired: 80W
  • Wireless: 80W
81
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 6 and Nubia Z80 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 6 Google Tensor
59/100
990213 AnTuTu
Nubia Z80 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
85/100 +74.9%
3942923 AnTuTu

Nubia Z80 Ultra leads Google Pixel 6 by 74.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Google Pixel 6

$599

Nubia Z80 Ultra

$749

Launch price difference: $150. Google Pixel 6 was $150 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6 (98/100 vs 62/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra is a bit better (83/100 vs 69/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 6 (79/100 vs 62/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6 (81/100 vs 44/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 6 is a bit better (45/100 vs 38/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Google Pixel 6 or the Nubia Z80 Ultra?

The Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6 by 26 points (85/100 vs 59/100).

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 6 and the Nubia Z80 Ultra?

The Google Pixel 6 has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Nubia Z80 Ultra — 85/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 6 or the Nubia Z80 Ultra?

The Nubia Z80 Ultra leads on camera score (79/100 vs 62/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 6 or the Nubia Z80 Ultra?

The Nubia Z80 Ultra leads on performance (98/100 vs 62/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 6 over the Nubia Z80 Ultra?

The Google Pixel 6 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.