Nokia C31 vs Nubia Z80 Ultra
The Nokia C31 (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Nubia Z80 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 35/100 (a 50-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Z80 Ultra has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5050); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Nubia Z80 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C31 doesn't; the Nokia C31 is noticeably lighter (200g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia C31
Nubia Z80 Ultra
What makes Nokia C31 better?
- Lighter: 200g vs 225g
- Better portability (53/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Nubia Z80 Ultra better?
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5050 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (79/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 37/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia C31 vs the Nubia Z80 Ultra, the Nubia Z80 Ultra scores 50 points higher (85/100 vs 35/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (79/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (83/100 vs 37/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (79/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra is a bit better (81/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia C31 notably outperforms the Nubia Z80 Ultra (53/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia C31 | Nubia Z80 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2688x1216 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5050 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 80W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 164.5×77.2×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | $749 |
Camera comparison
Nokia C31
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.59
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Nokia C31
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2688x1216
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia C31
- 5050 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- 6500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:17 hrs, total 34:15 hrs
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 80W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nokia C31
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (83/100 vs 37/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (79/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra is a bit better (81/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia C31 notably outperforms the Nubia Z80 Ultra (53/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia C31 or the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 by 50 points (85/100 vs 35/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C31 and the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Nokia C31 has a MobileRank rating of 35/100, the Nubia Z80 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C31 or the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra leads on camera score (79/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C31 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.