Nubia Z50S Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Nubia Z50S Pro (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $662 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 37/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Z50S Pro has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP.
Nubia Z50S Pro
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Bigger battery: 5100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 60W
- Cheaper: $662 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 51/100)
- Better value for money (64/100 vs 20/100)
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 214g vs 228g
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 51/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (32/100 vs 15/100)
Comparing the Nubia Z50S Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 38 points higher (75/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro leads (64/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (86/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (54/100 vs 51/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (32/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (64/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Nubia Z50S Pro | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3515964 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 157 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| 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 | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 228 g | 214 g | |
| Price | $662 | $1299 |
Nubia Z50S Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Nubia Z50S Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nubia Z50S Pro
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Price difference: $637. Nubia Z50S Pro is cheaper by $637.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (84/100 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 S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (86/100 vs 51/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (54/100 vs 51/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (32/100 vs 15/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (64/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Nubia Z50S Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro by 38 points (75/100 vs 37/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia Z50S Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Nubia Z50S Pro has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Z50S Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 51/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Z50S Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (84/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Z50S Pro over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Nubia Z50S Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.