Nubia Z50S Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S26+

The Nubia Z50S Pro (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; estimated prices are $662 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 53/100 vs 37/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Z50S Pro has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 4900); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is noticeably lighter (190g vs 228g).

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is noticeably better than the Nubia Z50S Pro — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Z50S Pro
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 51
Battery 54
Design 15
Value for money 64
Samsung Galaxy S26+
Performance 56
Display 100
Camera 35
Battery 43
Design 62
Value for money 41
What makes Nubia Z50S Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 5100 vs 4900 mAh
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 45W
  • Cheaper: $662 vs $999

  • Better camera (51/100 vs 35/100)
  • Longer battery life (54/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better value for money (64/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
  • Lighter: 190g vs 228g

  • Higher performance (56/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 15/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nubia Z50S Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 16 points higher (53/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (56/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro leads (51/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro leads (54/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro leads (64/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (56/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (51/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro is a bit better (54/100 vs 43/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (62/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (64/100 vs 41/100).

Nubia Z50S Pro: The Nubia Z50S Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Samsung Galaxy S26+: The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nubia Z50S Pro Samsung Galaxy S26+
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2 Samsung Exynos 2600
AnTuTu 2310000
Geekbench Single 2900
Geekbench Multi 9200
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1260x2800 3120x1440
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5100 mAh 4900 mAh
Charging 80W 45W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 8 MP 10 MP
Front camera 16 MP 12 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 12GB
Storage 256GB / 1TB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 13, MyOS 13 Android 16 / One UI 8.5
Brightness (peak) 1200 nits 2600 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 163.9×76.3×8.3 mm 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm
Weight 228 g 190 g
Price $662 $999
Camera comparison
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
51
camera
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 12MP
35
camera
Display comparison
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 3120x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • 5100 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
54
battery
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • 4900 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
43
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nubia Z50S Pro
$662
Samsung Galaxy S26+
$999

Price difference: $337. Nubia Z50S Pro is cheaper by $337.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (56/100 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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (51/100 vs 35/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro is a bit better (54/100 vs 43/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (62/100 vs 15/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (64/100 vs 41/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Z50S Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is noticeably better than the Nubia Z50S Pro — the overall rating gap is 16 points.

What is the rating of the Nubia Z50S Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?

The Nubia Z50S Pro has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 53/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nubia Z50S Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?

The Nubia Z50S Pro leads on camera score (51/100 vs 35/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nubia Z50S Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (56/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Nubia Z50S Pro over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?

The Nubia Z50S Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for everyday use.