Nubia Z50S Pro vs Xiaomi 12

The Nubia Z50S Pro (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2, while the Xiaomi 12 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1; estimated prices are $662 and $750. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 12 leads — 45/100 vs 37/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Z50S Pro has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 4500); the Xiaomi 12 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 228g).

The Xiaomi 12 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
Xiaomi 12
Performance 19
Display 100
Camera 52
Battery 45
Design 75
Value for money 58
What makes Nubia Z50S Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 5100 vs 4500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 67W
  • Cheaper: $662 vs $750

  • Longer battery life (54/100 vs 45/100)
  • Better value for money (64/100 vs 58/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12 better?
  • Lighter: 180g vs 228g

  • Higher performance (19/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (52/100 vs 51/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (75/100 vs 15/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nubia Z50S Pro vs the Xiaomi 12, the Xiaomi 12 scores 8 points higher (45/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12 leads (19/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12 notably outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (19/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 and the Nubia Z50S Pro are nearly equal (52/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro is a bit better (54/100 vs 45/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 12 significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (75/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 58/100).

Nubia Z50S Pro: The Nubia Z50S Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Xiaomi 12: The Xiaomi 12 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nubia Z50S Pro Xiaomi 12
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
AnTuTu 1322176
Geekbench Single 1675
Geekbench Multi 4453
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.3" AMOLED
Resolution 1260x2800 2400x1080
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5100 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 80W 67W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
DXOMark (camera) 113
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 13 MP
Telephoto 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 16 MP 32 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 256GB / 1TB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 13, MyOS 13 Android 12
Brightness (peak) 1200 nits 1100 nits
NFC yes yes
Dimensions 163.9×76.3×8.3 mm 152.7×69.9×8.2 mm
Weight 228 g 180 g
Price $662 $750
Camera comparison
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
51
camera
Xiaomi 12
  • Main: 50MP f/1.88
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
52
camera
Display comparison
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi 12
  • 6.3" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • 5100 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
54
battery
Xiaomi 12
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • Wireless: 50W
45
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nubia Z50S Pro
$662
Xiaomi 12
$750

Price difference: $88. Nubia Z50S Pro is cheaper by $88.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12 notably outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (19/100 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 and the Nubia Z50S Pro are nearly equal (52/100 vs 51/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro is a bit better (54/100 vs 45/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 12 significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (75/100 vs 15/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 58/100).

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

The Xiaomi 12 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 Xiaomi 12?

The Nubia Z50S Pro has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the Xiaomi 12 — 45/100.

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

The Xiaomi 12 leads on performance (19/100 vs 0/100).

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

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