Nothing Phone (2) vs Nubia Z80 Ultra

The Nothing Phone (2) (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, while the Nubia Z80 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $599 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 4700); the Nubia Z80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 1,436,722); the Nothing Phone (2) is noticeably lighter (201g vs 225g).

The Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2) by 37 points (81/100 vs 44/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (2)
Performance 18
Display 100
Camera 54
Battery 38
Design 48
Value for money 69
Nubia Z80 Ultra
Performance 92
Display 100
Camera 74
Battery 78
Design 18
Value for money 58
What makes Nothing Phone (2) better?
  • Lighter: 201g vs 225g
  • Cheaper: $599 vs $749

  • Better design/ergonomics (48/100 vs 18/100)
  • Better value for money (69/100 vs 58/100)
What makes Nubia Z80 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 1436722
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1500
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 4200
  • Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4700 mAh
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 45W
  • Faster wireless charging: 80W vs 15W

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 18/100)
  • Better camera (74/100 vs 54/100)
  • Longer battery life (78/100 vs 38/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nothing Phone (2) 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 18/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (74/100 vs 54/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 38/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (2) leads (69/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2) (92/100 vs 18/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (2) (74/100 vs 54/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2) (78/100 vs 38/100). In the "design" category, the Nothing Phone (2) significantly outperforms the Nubia Z80 Ultra (48/100 vs 18/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (2) is a bit better (69/100 vs 58/100).

Nothing Phone (2): The Nothing Phone (2) 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 Nothing Phone (2) Nubia Z80 Ultra
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 1436722 3942923
Geekbench Single 1500 3640
Geekbench Multi 4200 11033
Display 6.7" LTPO AMOLED 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 2412x1080 2688x1216
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4700 mAh 6500 mAh
Charging 45W 80W
Wireless charging 15W 80W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 64 MP
Front camera 32 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 13 / Nothing OS 2.0 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 1600 nits 2000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54 IP68
Dimensions 162.1×76.4×8.6 mm 164.5×77.2×8.6 mm
Weight 201 g 225 g
Price $599 $749
Camera comparison
Nothing Phone (2)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.88
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
54
camera
Nubia Z80 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/1.59
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
74
camera
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (2)
  • 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2412x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Nubia Z80 Ultra
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2688x1216
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (2)
  • 4700 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
38
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 Nothing Phone (2) and Nubia Z80 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nothing Phone (2) Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
44/100
1436722 AnTuTu
Nubia Z80 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
81/100 +63.6%
3942923 AnTuTu

Nubia Z80 Ultra leads Nothing Phone (2) by 63.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nothing Phone (2)
$599
Nubia Z80 Ultra
$749

Price difference: $150. Nothing Phone (2) is cheaper by $150.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2) (92/100 vs 18/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (2) (74/100 vs 54/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2) (78/100 vs 38/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Nothing Phone (2) significantly outperforms the Nubia Z80 Ultra (48/100 vs 18/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (2) is a bit better (69/100 vs 58/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (2) or the Nubia Z80 Ultra?

The Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2) by 37 points (81/100 vs 44/100).

What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (2) and the Nubia Z80 Ultra?

The Nothing Phone (2) has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Nubia Z80 Ultra — 81/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (2) or the Nubia Z80 Ultra?

The Nubia Z80 Ultra leads on camera score (74/100 vs 54/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (2) or the Nubia Z80 Ultra?

The Nubia Z80 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 18/100).

Should you choose the Nothing Phone (2) over the Nubia Z80 Ultra?

The Nothing Phone (2) 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.