Nubia Z50S Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S23 FE

The Nubia Z50S Pro (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1; estimated prices are $662 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads — 45/100 vs 37/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Z50S Pro has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 4500); the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is noticeably lighter (209g vs 228g).

The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE edges out the Nubia Z50S Pro by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Z50S Pro
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 51
Battery 54
Design 15
Value for money 64
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
Performance 20
Display 100
Camera 63
Battery 27
Design 38
Value for money 69
What makes Nubia Z50S Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 5100 vs 4500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 25W

  • Longer battery life (54/100 vs 27/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23 FE better?
  • Lighter: 209g vs 228g
  • Cheaper: $599 vs $662

  • Higher performance (20/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (63/100 vs 51/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (38/100 vs 15/100)
  • Better value for money (69/100 vs 64/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nubia Z50S Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE scores 8 points higher (45/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads (20/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads (63/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro leads (54/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE notably outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (20/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a bit better (63/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (54/100 vs 27/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE notably outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (38/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a bit better (69/100 vs 64/100).

Nubia Z50S Pro: The Nubia Z50S Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE: The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nubia Z50S Pro Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
AnTuTu 1436963
Geekbench Single 1675
Geekbench Multi 4453
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
DXOMark (camera) 127
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 8 MP 8 MP
Front camera 16 MP 10 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 8GB
Storage 256GB / 1TB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 13, MyOS 13 Android 13
Brightness (peak) 1200 nits 1450 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 163.9×76.3×8.3 mm 158.0×76.5×8.2 mm
Weight 228 g 209 g
Price $662 $599
Camera comparison
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
51
camera
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 8MP
  • Front: 10MP
63
camera
Display comparison
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
  • 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 2340x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • 5100 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
54
battery
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
27
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nubia Z50S Pro
$662
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
$599

Price difference: $63. Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is cheaper by $63.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE notably outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (20/100 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 S23 FE is a bit better (63/100 vs 51/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (54/100 vs 27/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE notably outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (38/100 vs 15/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a bit better (69/100 vs 64/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Z50S Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?

The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE edges out the Nubia Z50S Pro 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 S23 FE?

The Nubia Z50S Pro has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE — 45/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nubia Z50S Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?

The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads on camera score (63/100 vs 51/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nubia Z50S Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?

The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads on performance (20/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Nubia Z50S Pro over the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?

The Nubia Z50S Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a better fit for everyday use.