Motorola Edge 2026 vs Nubia Z80 Ultra

The Motorola Edge 2026 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7450, while the Nubia Z80 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $600 and $749. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads — 81/100 vs 44/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Z80 Ultra has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5000); the Nubia Z80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 979,808); the Motorola Edge 2026 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 225g).

The Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 2026 by 37 points (81/100 vs 44/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Edge 2026
Performance 4
Display 100
Camera 62
Battery 49
Design 100
Value for money 68
Nubia Z80 Ultra
Performance 92
Display 100
Camera 74
Battery 78
Design 18
Value for money 58
What makes Motorola Edge 2026 better?
  • Lighter: 160g vs 225g
  • Cheaper: $600 vs $749

  • Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 18/100)
  • Better value for money (68/100 vs 58/100)
What makes Nubia Z80 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 979808
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1050
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 2939
  • Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 60W
  • Faster wireless charging: 80W vs 15W

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 4/100)
  • Better camera (74/100 vs 62/100)
  • Longer battery life (78/100 vs 49/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Edge 2026 vs the Nubia Z80 Ultra, the Nubia Z80 Ultra scores 37 points higher (81/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 4/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (74/100 vs 62/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 49/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 2026 leads (68/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 2026 (92/100 vs 4/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra is a bit better (74/100 vs 62/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 2026 (78/100 vs 49/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 2026 significantly outperforms the Nubia Z80 Ultra (100/100 vs 18/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 2026 is a bit better (68/100 vs 58/100).

Motorola Edge 2026: The Motorola Edge 2026 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 Motorola Edge 2026 Nubia Z80 Ultra
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7450 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 979808 3942923
Geekbench Single 1050 3640
Geekbench Multi 2939 11033
Display 6.3" AMOLED 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 2640x1216 2688x1216
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 6500 mAh
Charging 60W 80W
Wireless charging 15W 80W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 10 MP 64 MP
Front camera 50 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 16 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits
NFC yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 164.5×77.2×8.6 mm
Weight 160 g 225 g
Price $600 $749
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 2026
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 50MP
62
camera
Nubia Z80 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/1.59
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
74
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 2026
  • 6.3" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2640x1216
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Nubia Z80 Ultra
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2688x1216
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 2026
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 60W
  • Wireless: 15W
49
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 Motorola Edge 2026 and Nubia Z80 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Motorola Edge 2026 MediaTek Dimensity 7450
44/100
979808 AnTuTu
Nubia Z80 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
81/100 +75.2%
3942923 AnTuTu

Nubia Z80 Ultra leads Motorola Edge 2026 by 75.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Edge 2026
$600
Nubia Z80 Ultra
$749

Price difference: $149. Motorola Edge 2026 is cheaper by $149.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 2026 (92/100 vs 4/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra is a bit better (74/100 vs 62/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 2026 (78/100 vs 49/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 2026 significantly outperforms the Nubia Z80 Ultra (100/100 vs 18/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 2026 is a bit better (68/100 vs 58/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 2026 or the Nubia Z80 Ultra?

The Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 2026 by 37 points (81/100 vs 44/100).

What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 2026 and the Nubia Z80 Ultra?

The Motorola Edge 2026 has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Nubia Z80 Ultra — 81/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 2026 or the Nubia Z80 Ultra?

The Nubia Z80 Ultra leads on camera score (74/100 vs 62/100).

Which is more powerful: the Motorola Edge 2026 or the Nubia Z80 Ultra?

The Nubia Z80 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 4/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Edge 2026 over the Nubia Z80 Ultra?

The Motorola Edge 2026 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.