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).
Nubia Z50S Pro
Xiaomi 12
- 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)
- 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)
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).
| 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 |
Nubia Z50S Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Nubia Z50S Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 12
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nubia Z50S Pro
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 12
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Price difference: $88. Nubia Z50S Pro is cheaper by $88.
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).
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.