Google Pixel 8 vs Nubia Z80 Ultra

The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Nubia Z80 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $699 and $749. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads — 81/100 vs 50/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Z80 Ultra has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4575); the Nubia Z80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 1,443,431); the Google Pixel 8 is noticeably lighter (187g vs 225g).

The Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 by 31 points (81/100 vs 50/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8
Performance 21
Display 100
Camera 79
Battery 31
Design 66
Value for money 62
Nubia Z80 Ultra
Performance 92
Display 100
Camera 74
Battery 78
Design 18
Value for money 58
What makes Google Pixel 8 better?
  • Lighter: 187g vs 225g
  • Cheaper: $699 vs $749

  • Better camera (79/100 vs 74/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (66/100 vs 18/100)
  • Better value for money (62/100 vs 58/100)
What makes Nubia Z80 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 1443431
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1722
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 4458
  • Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4575 mAh
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 27W
  • Faster wireless charging: 80W vs 18W

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 21/100)
  • Longer battery life (78/100 vs 31/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the Nubia Z80 Ultra, the Nubia Z80 Ultra scores 31 points higher (81/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 21/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (92/100 vs 21/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (79/100 vs 74/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (78/100 vs 31/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Nubia Z80 Ultra (66/100 vs 18/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8 and the Nubia Z80 Ultra are nearly equal (62/100 vs 58/100).

Google Pixel 8: The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for everyday use.
Nubia Z80 Ultra: The Nubia Z80 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 8 Nubia Z80 Ultra
Processor Google Tensor G3 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 1443431 3942923
Geekbench Single 1722 3640
Geekbench Multi 4458 11033
Display 6.2" OLED 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 2688x1216
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4575 mAh 6500 mAh
Charging 27W 80W
Wireless charging 18W 80W
DXOMark (camera) 148
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 64 MP
Front camera 10 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 14 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits 2000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm 164.5×77.2×8.6 mm
Weight 187 g 225 g
Price $699 $749
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 10MP
79
camera
Nubia Z80 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/1.59
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
74
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8
  • 6.2" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Nubia Z80 Ultra
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2688x1216
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8
  • 4575 mAh
  • Wired: 27W
  • Wireless: 18W
31
battery
Nubia Z80 Ultra
  • 6500 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 14:17 hrs, total 34:15 hrs
  • Wired: 80W
  • Wireless: 80W
78
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 8 and Nubia Z80 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 8 Google Tensor G3
50/100
1443431 AnTuTu
Nubia Z80 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
81/100 +63.4%
3942923 AnTuTu

Nubia Z80 Ultra leads Google Pixel 8 by 63.4% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 8
$699
Nubia Z80 Ultra
$749

Price difference: $50. Google Pixel 8 is cheaper by $50.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (92/100 vs 21/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (79/100 vs 74/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (78/100 vs 31/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Nubia Z80 Ultra (66/100 vs 18/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8 and the Nubia Z80 Ultra are nearly equal (62/100 vs 58/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 or the Nubia Z80 Ultra?

The Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 by 31 points (81/100 vs 50/100).

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Nubia Z80 Ultra?

The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Nubia Z80 Ultra — 81/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8 or the Nubia Z80 Ultra?

The Google Pixel 8 leads on camera score (79/100 vs 74/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8 or the Nubia Z80 Ultra?

The Nubia Z80 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 21/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Nubia Z80 Ultra?

The Google Pixel 8 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.