Nothing Phone (1) vs Nubia Z50S Pro

The Nothing Phone (1) (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G, while the Nubia Z50S Pro (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Z50S Pro leads — 37/100 vs 35/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Z50S Pro has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 4500); the Nothing Phone (1) is noticeably lighter (193g vs 228g).

The Nubia Z50S Pro edges out the Nothing Phone (1) by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (1)
Performance 1
Display 100
Camera 53
Battery 27
Design 58
Value for money 55
Nubia Z50S Pro
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 51
Battery 54
Design 15
Value for money 64
What makes Nothing Phone (1) better?
  • Lighter: 193g vs 228g

  • Higher performance (1/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (53/100 vs 51/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (58/100 vs 15/100)
What makes Nubia Z50S Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 5100 vs 4500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 33W

  • Longer battery life (54/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better value for money (64/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nothing Phone (1) vs the Nubia Z50S Pro, the Nubia Z50S Pro scores 2 points higher (37/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro leads (54/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (1) and the Nubia Z50S Pro are nearly equal (1/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (1) and the Nubia Z50S Pro are nearly equal (53/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (1) (54/100 vs 27/100). In the "design" category, the Nothing Phone (1) significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (58/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 55/100).

Nothing Phone (1): The Nothing Phone (1) is a better fit for everyday use.
Nubia Z50S Pro: The Nubia Z50S Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nothing Phone (1) Nubia Z50S Pro
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2
AnTuTu 830458
Geekbench Single
Geekbench Multi
Display 6.5" OLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1260x2800
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4500 mAh 5100 mAh
Charging 33W 80W
DXOMark (camera) 114
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 16 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 1TB
OS Android 12, Nothing OS 1.1.3 Android 13, MyOS 13
Brightness (peak) 700 nits 1200 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP53
Dimensions 159.2×75.8×8.3 mm 163.9×76.3×8.3 mm
Weight 193 g 228 g
Price $662
Camera comparison
Nothing Phone (1)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
53
camera
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
51
camera
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (1)
  • 6.5" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (1)
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
27
battery
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • 5100 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
54
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nothing Phone (1)
Price unknown
Nubia Z50S Pro
$662
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (1) and the Nubia Z50S Pro are nearly equal (1/100 vs 0/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (1) and the Nubia Z50S Pro are nearly equal (53/100 vs 51/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (1) (54/100 vs 27/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Nothing Phone (1) significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (58/100 vs 15/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (1) or the Nubia Z50S Pro?

The Nubia Z50S Pro edges out the Nothing Phone (1) by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (1) and the Nubia Z50S Pro?

The Nothing Phone (1) has a MobileRank rating of 35/100, the Nubia Z50S Pro — 37/100.

Should you choose the Nothing Phone (1) over the Nubia Z50S Pro?

The Nothing Phone (1) is a better fit for everyday use. The Nubia Z50S Pro is a better fit for everyday use.