Nubia Z50S Pro vs Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo

The Nubia Z50S Pro (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo leads — 44/100 vs 37/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5100); the Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo is noticeably lighter (194g vs 228g).

The Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo edges out the Nubia Z50S Pro by just 7 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 Z9 Turbo
Performance 28
Display 100
Camera 31
Battery 60
Design 57
Value for money 55
What makes Nubia Z50S Pro better?

  • Better camera (51/100 vs 31/100)
  • Better value for money (64/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo better?
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5100 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Lighter: 194g vs 228g

  • Higher performance (28/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (60/100 vs 54/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (57/100 vs 15/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nubia Z50S Pro vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo, the Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo scores 7 points higher (44/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo leads (28/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro leads (51/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo notably outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (28/100 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 Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo (51/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo is a bit better (60/100 vs 54/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (57/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 55/100).

Nubia Z50S Pro: The Nubia Z50S Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo: The Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nubia Z50S Pro Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3
AnTuTu 1727199
Geekbench Single 1930
Geekbench Multi 4817
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1260x2800 1260x2800
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 5100 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 80W 80W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 16 MP 16 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 1TB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 13, MyOS 13 Android 14, OriginOS 4
Brightness (peak) 1200 nits 4500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP64
Dimensions 163.9×76.3×8.3 mm 163.7×76.0×8.0 mm
Weight 228 g 194 g
Price $662
Camera comparison
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
51
camera
Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
31
camera
Display comparison
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • 5100 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
54
battery
Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
60
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nubia Z50S Pro
$662
Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo notably outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (28/100 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 Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo (51/100 vs 31/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo is a bit better (60/100 vs 54/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (57/100 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).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Z50S Pro or the Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo?

The Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo 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 Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo?

The Nubia Z50S Pro has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo — 44/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nubia Z50S Pro or the Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo?

The Nubia Z50S Pro leads on camera score (51/100 vs 31/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nubia Z50S Pro or the Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo?

The Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo leads on performance (28/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Nubia Z50S Pro over the Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo?

The Nubia Z50S Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo is a better fit for everyday use.