Nubia Z50S Pro vs Vivo X80 Pro

The Nubia Z50S Pro (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2, while the Vivo X80 Pro (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1; estimated prices are $662 and $900. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X80 Pro leads — 43/100 vs 37/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Z50S Pro has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 4700).

The Vivo X80 Pro edges out the Nubia Z50S Pro by just 6 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 X80 Pro
Performance 18
Display 100
Camera 56
Battery 44
Design 31
Value for money 48
What makes Nubia Z50S Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 5100 vs 4700 mAh
  • Cheaper: $662 vs $900

  • Longer battery life (54/100 vs 44/100)
  • Better value for money (64/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo X80 Pro better?
  • Lighter: 215g vs 228g

  • Higher performance (18/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (56/100 vs 51/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (31/100 vs 15/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nubia Z50S Pro vs the Vivo X80 Pro, the Vivo X80 Pro scores 6 points higher (43/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X80 Pro leads (18/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro leads (54/100 vs 44/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro leads (64/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X80 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 X80 Pro is a bit better (56/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro is a bit better (54/100 vs 44/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo X80 Pro notably outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (31/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro notably outperforms the Vivo X80 Pro (64/100 vs 48/100).

Nubia Z50S Pro: The Nubia Z50S Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo X80 Pro: The Vivo X80 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nubia Z50S Pro Vivo X80 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" LTPO3 AMOLED
Resolution 1260x2800 1440x3200
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5100 mAh 4700 mAh
Charging 80W 80W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 48 MP
Telephoto 8 MP 8 MP
Front camera 16 MP 32 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 256GB / 1TB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 13, MyOS 13 Android 12, Origin OS Ocean
Brightness (peak) 1200 nits 1500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 163.9×76.3×8.3 mm 164.6×75.3×9.1 mm
Weight 228 g 215 g
Price $662 $900
Camera comparison
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
51
camera
Vivo X80 Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Telephoto: 8MP
  • Front: 32MP
56
camera
Display comparison
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo X80 Pro
  • 6.8" LTPO3 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 X80 Pro
  • 4700 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
44
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nubia Z50S Pro
$662
Vivo X80 Pro
$900

Price difference: $238. Nubia Z50S Pro is cheaper by $238.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo X80 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 X80 Pro is a bit better (56/100 vs 51/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro is a bit better (54/100 vs 44/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo X80 Pro notably outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (31/100 vs 15/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro notably outperforms the Vivo X80 Pro (64/100 vs 48/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Z50S Pro or the Vivo X80 Pro?

The Vivo X80 Pro edges out the Nubia Z50S Pro by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Nubia Z50S Pro and the Vivo X80 Pro?

The Nubia Z50S Pro has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the Vivo X80 Pro — 43/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nubia Z50S Pro or the Vivo X80 Pro?

The Vivo X80 Pro leads on camera score (56/100 vs 51/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nubia Z50S Pro or the Vivo X80 Pro?

The Vivo X80 Pro leads on performance (18/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Nubia Z50S Pro over the Vivo X80 Pro?

The Nubia Z50S Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo X80 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.