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; estimated prices are $799 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 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).
Google Pixel 9
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- Lighter: 198g vs 225g
- Better camera (75/100 vs 74/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (52/100 vs 18/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 1561427
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1850
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 4900
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 27W
- Faster wireless charging: 80W vs 15W
- Cheaper: $749 vs $799
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 25/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 33/100)
- Better value for money (58/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 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 25/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (92/100 vs 25/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Nubia Z80 Ultra are nearly equal (75/100 vs 74/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (78/100 vs 33/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Nubia Z80 Ultra (52/100 vs 18/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (58/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Nubia Z80 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 11033 | |
| 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 | |
| Price | $799 | $749 |
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.59
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
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
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
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.
Price difference: $50. Nubia Z80 Ultra is cheaper by $50.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (92/100 vs 25/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Nubia Z80 Ultra are nearly equal (75/100 vs 74/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (78/100 vs 33/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Nubia Z80 Ultra (52/100 vs 18/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (58/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 by 31 points (81/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Nubia Z80 Ultra — 81/100.
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 25/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 9 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.