Nubia Z50S Pro vs Xiaomi 12 Pro

The Nubia Z50S Pro (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2, while the Xiaomi 12 Pro (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 12 Pro leads — 47/100 vs 37/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Z50S Pro has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 4600); the Xiaomi 12 Pro is noticeably lighter (204g vs 228g).

The Xiaomi 12 Pro is noticeably better than the Nubia Z50S Pro — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Z50S Pro
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 51
Battery 54
Design 15
Value for money 64
Xiaomi 12 Pro
Performance 18
Display 100
Camera 64
Battery 51
Design 45
Value for money 55
What makes Nubia Z50S Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 5100 vs 4600 mAh

  • Longer battery life (54/100 vs 51/100)
  • Better value for money (64/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12 Pro better?
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 80W
  • Lighter: 204g vs 228g

  • Higher performance (18/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (64/100 vs 51/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (45/100 vs 15/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nubia Z50S Pro vs the Xiaomi 12 Pro, the Xiaomi 12 Pro scores 10 points higher (47/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro leads (18/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro leads (64/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12 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 Xiaomi 12 Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro and the Xiaomi 12 Pro are nearly equal (54/100 vs 51/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 12 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 55/100).

Nubia Z50S Pro: The Nubia Z50S Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Xiaomi 12 Pro: The Xiaomi 12 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nubia Z50S Pro Xiaomi 12 Pro
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
AnTuTu 1305466
Geekbench Single 1675
Geekbench Multi 4453
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1260x2800 1440x3200
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5100 mAh 4600 mAh
Charging 80W 120W
DXOMark (camera) 129
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 8 MP 50 MP
Front camera 16 MP 32 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 256GB / 1TB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 13, MyOS 13 Android 12, MIUI 13
Brightness (peak) 1200 nits 1500 nits
NFC yes yes
Dimensions 163.9×76.3×8.3 mm 163.6×74.6×8.2 mm
Weight 228 g 204 g
Price $662
Camera comparison
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
51
camera
Xiaomi 12 Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
64
camera
Display comparison
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi 12 Pro
  • 6.7" 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
Xiaomi 12 Pro
  • 4600 mAh
  • Wired: 120W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nubia Z50S Pro
$662
Xiaomi 12 Pro
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12 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 Xiaomi 12 Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 51/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro and the Xiaomi 12 Pro are nearly equal (54/100 vs 51/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 12 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 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Z50S Pro or the Xiaomi 12 Pro?

The Xiaomi 12 Pro is noticeably better than the Nubia Z50S Pro — the overall rating gap is 10 points.

What is the rating of the Nubia Z50S Pro and the Xiaomi 12 Pro?

The Nubia Z50S Pro has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the Xiaomi 12 Pro — 47/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nubia Z50S Pro or the Xiaomi 12 Pro?

The Xiaomi 12 Pro leads on camera score (64/100 vs 51/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nubia Z50S Pro or the Xiaomi 12 Pro?

The Xiaomi 12 Pro leads on performance (18/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Nubia Z50S Pro over the Xiaomi 12 Pro?

The Nubia Z50S Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 12 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.