Nubia Z50S Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
The Nubia Z50S Pro (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2, while the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra (2021) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2100; estimated prices are $662 and $1199. Both devices score the same overall rating of 37/100. Key differences: the Nubia Z50S Pro has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP.
Nubia Z50S Pro
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
- Bigger battery: 5100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 25W
- Cheaper: $662 vs $1199
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 40/100)
- Better value for money (64/100 vs 27/100)
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (10/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (55/100 vs 51/100)
The Nubia Z50S Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra received the same MobileRank rating — 37/100. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra leads (10/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro leads (54/100 vs 40/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro leads (64/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra is a bit better (10/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra and the Nubia Z50S Pro are nearly equal (55/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro is a bit better (54/100 vs 40/100). In the "design" category, both devices are on the same level — 15/100. In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra (64/100 vs 27/100).
| Specification | Nubia Z50S Pro | Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2 | Samsung Exynos 2100 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 1074182 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1435 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 3555 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 117 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 40 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13, MyOS 13 | Android 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.9×76.3×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 228 g | 228 g | |
| Price | $662 | $1199 |
Nubia Z50S Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 40MP
Nubia Z50S Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nubia Z50S Pro
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Price difference: $537. Nubia Z50S Pro is cheaper by $537.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra is a bit better (10/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra and the Nubia Z50S Pro are nearly equal (55/100 vs 51/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro is a bit better (54/100 vs 40/100).
design
In the "design" category, both devices are on the same level — 15/100.
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra (64/100 vs 27/100).
Which is better: the Nubia Z50S Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra?
Both devices scored 37/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra.
What is the rating of the Nubia Z50S Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra?
The Nubia Z50S Pro has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra — 37/100.
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Z50S Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra leads on performance (10/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Z50S Pro over the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra?
The Nubia Z50S Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra is a better fit for everyday use.