Nubia Z50S Pro vs Vivo iQOO 9 Pro

The Nubia Z50S Pro (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2, while the Vivo iQOO 9 Pro (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1; estimated prices are $662 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 9 Pro leads — 45/100 vs 37/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Z50S Pro has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 4700); the Vivo iQOO 9 Pro is noticeably lighter (204g vs 228g).

The Vivo iQOO 9 Pro 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
Vivo iQOO 9 Pro
Performance 18
Display 100
Camera 54
Battery 54
Design 45
Value for money 52
What makes Nubia Z50S Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 5100 vs 4700 mAh
  • Cheaper: $662 vs $840

  • Better value for money (64/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 9 Pro better?
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 80W
  • Lighter: 204g vs 228g

  • Higher performance (18/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (54/100 vs 51/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (45/100 vs 15/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nubia Z50S Pro vs the Vivo iQOO 9 Pro, the Vivo iQOO 9 Pro scores 8 points higher (45/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 9 Pro leads (18/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro leads (64/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 9 Pro 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 Vivo iQOO 9 Pro and the Nubia Z50S Pro are nearly equal (54/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 54/100. In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (45/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 52/100).

Nubia Z50S Pro: The Nubia Z50S Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo iQOO 9 Pro: The Vivo iQOO 9 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nubia Z50S Pro Vivo iQOO 9 Pro
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
AnTuTu 1290942
Geekbench Single 1675
Geekbench Multi 4453
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1260x2800 1440x3200
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5100 mAh 4700 mAh
Charging 80W 120W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 8 MP 16 MP
Front camera 16 MP 16 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 256GB / 1TB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 13, MyOS 13 Android 12, Funtouch 12 (International), Origin OS Ocean (China)
Brightness (peak) 1200 nits 1500 nits
NFC yes yes
Dimensions 163.9×76.3×8.3 mm 164.8×75.2×8.8 mm
Weight 228 g 204 g
Price $662 $840
Camera comparison
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
51
camera
Vivo iQOO 9 Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 16MP
  • Front: 16MP
54
camera
Display comparison
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO 9 Pro
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3200
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • 5100 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
54
battery
Vivo iQOO 9 Pro
  • 4700 mAh
  • Wired: 120W
  • No wireless charging
54
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nubia Z50S Pro
$662
Vivo iQOO 9 Pro
$840

Price difference: $178. Nubia Z50S Pro is cheaper by $178.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 9 Pro 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 Vivo iQOO 9 Pro and the Nubia Z50S Pro are nearly equal (54/100 vs 51/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 54/100.

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (45/100 vs 15/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 52/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Z50S Pro or the Vivo iQOO 9 Pro?

The Vivo iQOO 9 Pro 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 Vivo iQOO 9 Pro?

The Nubia Z50S Pro has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the Vivo iQOO 9 Pro — 45/100.

Which is more powerful: the Nubia Z50S Pro or the Vivo iQOO 9 Pro?

The Vivo iQOO 9 Pro leads on performance (18/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Nubia Z50S Pro over the Vivo iQOO 9 Pro?

The Nubia Z50S Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO 9 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.