Nubia Z40S Pro vs Xiaomi 12S Ultra

The Nubia Z40S Pro (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, while the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra leads — 49/100 vs 48/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Z40S Pro has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 64 MP vs 3 MP; the Xiaomi 12S Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (1,627,862 vs 1,425,446); the Nubia Z40S Pro is noticeably lighter (205g vs 225g).

The Xiaomi 12S Ultra edges out the Nubia Z40S Pro by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Z40S Pro
Performance 22
Display 100
Camera 60
Battery 51
Design 43
Value for money 55
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
Performance 24
Display 100
Camera 70
Battery 43
Design 18
Value for money 55
What makes Nubia Z40S Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 67W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 3MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Lighter: 205g vs 225g

  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (43/100 vs 18/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12S Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1627862 vs 1425446

  • Higher performance (24/100 vs 22/100)
  • Better camera (70/100 vs 60/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nubia Z40S Pro vs the Xiaomi 12S Ultra, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra scores 1 points higher (49/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra leads (70/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra and the Nubia Z40S Pro are nearly equal (24/100 vs 22/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra is a bit better (70/100 vs 60/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z40S Pro is a bit better (51/100 vs 43/100). In the "design" category, the Nubia Z40S Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (43/100 vs 18/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Nubia Z40S Pro: The Nubia Z40S Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Xiaomi 12S Ultra: The Xiaomi 12S Ultra is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nubia Z40S Pro Xiaomi 12S Ultra
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
AnTuTu 1425446 1627862
Geekbench Single 1761 1761
Geekbench Multi 4688 4688
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.7" LTPO2 AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1440x3200
Refresh rate 144 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4800 mAh
Charging 80W 67W
DXOMark (camera) 136
Main camera 64 MP 3 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 48 MP
Telephoto 8 MP 48 MP
Front camera 16 MP 32 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB / 18GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 12, MyOS 12 Android 12, MIUI 13
Brightness (peak) 1000 nits 1500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 161.3×74.0×8.1 mm 163.2×75.0×9.1 mm
Weight 205 g 225 g
Price
Camera comparison
Nubia Z40S Pro
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
60
camera
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
  • Main: 3MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Telephoto: 48MP
  • Front: 32MP
70
camera
Display comparison
Nubia Z40S Pro
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
  • 6.7" LTPO2 AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3200
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Nubia Z40S Pro
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nubia Z40S Pro and Xiaomi 12S Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nubia Z40S Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
48/100
1425446 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 12S Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
49/100 +12.4%
1627862 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 12S Ultra leads Nubia Z40S Pro by 12.4% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra and the Nubia Z40S Pro are nearly equal (24/100 vs 22/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra is a bit better (70/100 vs 60/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z40S Pro is a bit better (51/100 vs 43/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Nubia Z40S Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (43/100 vs 18/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Z40S Pro or the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?

The Xiaomi 12S Ultra edges out the Nubia Z40S Pro by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Nubia Z40S Pro and the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?

The Nubia Z40S Pro has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra — 49/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nubia Z40S Pro or the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?

The Xiaomi 12S Ultra leads on camera score (70/100 vs 60/100).

Should you choose the Nubia Z40S Pro over the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?

The Nubia Z40S Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 12S Ultra is a better fit for everyday use.