Nubia Z50S Pro vs Vivo Y78 (China)

The Nubia Z50S Pro (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2, while the Vivo Y78 (China) (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7020. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Z50S Pro leads — 37/100 vs 30/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Z50S Pro has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 5000); the Nubia Z50S Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y78 (China) doesn't; the Vivo Y78 (China) is noticeably lighter (190g vs 228g).

The Nubia Z50S Pro edges out the Vivo Y78 (China) 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 Y78 (China)
Performance 1
Display 100
Camera 24
Battery 42
Design 62
Value for money 55
What makes Nubia Z50S Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 5100 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 44W

  • Better camera (51/100 vs 24/100)
  • Longer battery life (54/100 vs 42/100)
  • Better value for money (64/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo Y78 (China) better?
  • Lighter: 190g vs 228g

  • Higher performance (1/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 15/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nubia Z50S Pro vs the Vivo Y78 (China), the Nubia Z50S Pro scores 7 points higher (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro leads (51/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro leads (54/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo Y78 (China) and the Nubia Z50S Pro are nearly equal (1/100 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 Y78 (China) (51/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro is a bit better (54/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y78 (China) significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (62/100 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 Y78 (China): The Vivo Y78 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nubia Z50S Pro Vivo Y78 (China)
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2 MediaTek Dimensity 7020
AnTuTu 806012
Geekbench Single 1061
Geekbench Multi 2398
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 1260x2800 1080x2388
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5100 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 80W 44W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 16 MP 8 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 256GB / 1TB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 13, MyOS 13 Android 13, OriginOS 3
Brightness (peak) 1200 nits
NFC yes no
Dimensions 163.9×76.3×8.3 mm 164.1×76.2×8.0 mm
Weight 228 g 190 g
Price $662
Camera comparison
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
51
camera
Vivo Y78 (China)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Display comparison
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo Y78 (China)
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2388
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • 5100 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
54
battery
Vivo Y78 (China)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nubia Z50S Pro
$662
Vivo Y78 (China)
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo Y78 (China) and the Nubia Z50S Pro are nearly equal (1/100 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 Y78 (China) (51/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro is a bit better (54/100 vs 42/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo Y78 (China) significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (62/100 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 Y78 (China)?

The Nubia Z50S Pro edges out the Vivo Y78 (China) 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 Y78 (China)?

The Nubia Z50S Pro has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the Vivo Y78 (China) — 30/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nubia Z50S Pro or the Vivo Y78 (China)?

The Nubia Z50S Pro leads on camera score (51/100 vs 24/100).

Should you choose the Nubia Z50S Pro over the Vivo Y78 (China)?

The Nubia Z50S Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo Y78 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.