Nubia Z50S Pro vs Sony Xperia 5 IV
The Nubia Z50S Pro (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2, while the Sony Xperia 5 IV (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1; estimated prices are $662 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sony Xperia 5 IV leads — 44/100 vs 37/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Z50S Pro has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the Sony Xperia 5 IV is noticeably lighter (172g vs 228g).
Nubia Z50S Pro
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- Bigger battery: 5100 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Cheaper: $662 vs $799
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 36/100)
- Better value for money (64/100 vs 55/100)
- Lighter: 172g vs 228g
- Higher performance (18/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 51/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (85/100 vs 15/100)
Comparing the Nubia Z50S Pro vs the Sony Xperia 5 IV, the Sony Xperia 5 IV scores 7 points higher (44/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV leads (18/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro leads (54/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV notably outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (18/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV is a bit better (56/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 IV (54/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (85/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nubia Z50S Pro | Sony Xperia 5 IV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 1242193 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1675 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 4453 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.1" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 119 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13, MyOS 13 | Android 12, upgradable to Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 163.9×76.3×8.3 mm | 156.0×67.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 228 g | 172 g | |
| Price | $662 | $799 |
Nubia Z50S Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- Main: 12MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Nubia Z50S Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nubia Z50S Pro
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $137. Nubia Z50S Pro is cheaper by $137.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV notably outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (18/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV is a bit better (56/100 vs 51/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 IV (54/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (85/100 vs 15/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nubia Z50S Pro or the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Sony Xperia 5 IV edges out the Nubia Z50S Pro by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nubia Z50S Pro and the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Nubia Z50S Pro has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the Sony Xperia 5 IV — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Z50S Pro or the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Sony Xperia 5 IV leads on camera score (56/100 vs 51/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Z50S Pro or the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Sony Xperia 5 IV leads on performance (18/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Z50S Pro over the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Nubia Z50S Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Sony Xperia 5 IV is a better fit for everyday use.