Nubia Z50S Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S21 FE
The Nubia Z50S Pro (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2, while the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888; estimated prices are $662 and $699. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Z50S Pro leads — 37/100 vs 29/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Z50S Pro has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE is noticeably lighter (177g vs 228g).
Nubia Z50S Pro
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE
- Bigger battery: 5100 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Cheaper: $662 vs $699
- Better camera (51/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 27/100)
- Better value for money (64/100 vs 62/100)
- Lighter: 177g vs 228g
- Higher performance (6/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (78/100 vs 15/100)
Comparing the Nubia Z50S Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE, the Nubia Z50S Pro scores 8 points higher (37/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro leads (51/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro leads (54/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE is a bit better (6/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE (51/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE (54/100 vs 27/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (78/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE are nearly equal (64/100 vs 62/100).
| Specification | Nubia Z50S Pro | Samsung Galaxy S21 FE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 753345 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1488 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 3373 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13, MyOS 13 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.9×76.3×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 228 g | 177 g | |
| Price | $662 | $699 |
Nubia Z50S Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Nubia Z50S Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE
- 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nubia Z50S Pro
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Price difference: $37. Nubia Z50S Pro is cheaper by $37.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE is a bit better (6/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE (51/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE (54/100 vs 27/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (78/100 vs 15/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE are nearly equal (64/100 vs 62/100).
Which is better: the Nubia Z50S Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE?
The Nubia Z50S Pro edges out the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nubia Z50S Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE?
The Nubia Z50S Pro has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE — 29/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Z50S Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE?
The Nubia Z50S Pro leads on camera score (51/100 vs 17/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Z50S Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE leads on performance (6/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Z50S Pro over the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE?
The Nubia Z50S Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE is a better fit for everyday use.