Google Pixel 9 vs Nubia Z80 Ultra
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Nubia Z80 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $799 and $749. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 69/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Z80 Ultra has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4700); the Nubia Z80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 1,561,427); the Google Pixel 9 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9
Nubia Z80 Ultra
What makes Google Pixel 9 better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 225g
- Better portability (55/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Nubia Z80 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 1561427
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1850
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4900
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 27W
- Faster wireless charging: 80W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $749 vs $799
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 73/100)
- Better camera (79/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Nubia Z80 Ultra, the Nubia Z80 Ultra scores 16 points higher (85/100 vs 69/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (98/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 — 52/100, 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 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (98/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (79/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (81/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Nubia Z80 Ultra (55/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Nubia Z80 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 2688x1216 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 80W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 143 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 164.5×77.2×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $749 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.59
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2688x1216
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- 6500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:17 hrs, total 34:15 hrs
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 80W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Nubia Z80 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia Z80 Ultra leads Google Pixel 9 by 60.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $50. Nubia Z80 Ultra was $50 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (98/100 vs 73/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (79/100 vs 75/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (81/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Nubia Z80 Ultra (55/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 9 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Nubia Z80 Ultra — 85/100.
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra leads on performance (98/100 vs 73/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 9 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.