Nokia 8 vs Nubia Z80 Ultra
The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the Nubia Z80 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $699 and $749. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 29/100 (a 56-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Z80 Ultra has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Nubia Z80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8
Nubia Z80 Ultra
What makes Nokia 8 better?
- Lighter: 160g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $749
- Better portability (84/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Nubia Z80 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 438016
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 427
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1500
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 3090 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (79/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the Nubia Z80 Ultra, the Nubia Z80 Ultra scores 56 points higher (85/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (98/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (79/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Nokia 8 — 0/100, 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 Nokia 8 (98/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (83/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (79/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (81/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 significantly outperforms the Nubia Z80 Ultra (84/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia 8 | Nubia Z80 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 438016 | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | 427 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1500 | 11047 | |
| Display | 5.3" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2560x1440 | 2688x1216 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3090 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 7.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm | 164.5×77.2×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 160 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $749 |
Camera comparison
Nokia 8
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 13MP
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.59
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Nokia 8
- 5.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2560x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2688x1216
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia 8
- 3090 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
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 Nokia 8 and Nubia Z80 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia Z80 Ultra leads Nokia 8 by 88.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $50. Nokia 8 was $50 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (98/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (83/100 vs 52/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (79/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (81/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 significantly outperforms the Nubia Z80 Ultra (84/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 56 points (85/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Nubia Z80 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8 or the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra leads on camera score (79/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8 or the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra leads on performance (98/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the 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.