Nubia Z50S Pro vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Nubia Z50S Pro (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 88/100 vs 61/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Z50S Pro
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes Nubia Z50S Pro better?
- Better display (84/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5100 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Lighter: 219g vs 228g
- Better camera (87/100 vs 55/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 58/100)
- Better portability (48/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia Z50S Pro vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 27 points higher (88/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 58/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (87/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (89/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (48/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia Z50S Pro | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 1TB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, MyOS 13 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.9×76.3×8.3 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 228 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Nubia Z50S Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Nubia Z50S Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia Z50S Pro
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nubia Z50S Pro
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (87/100 vs 55/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (89/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (48/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Z50S Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro by 27 points (88/100 vs 61/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia Z50S Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Nubia Z50S Pro has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Z50S Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Z50S Pro over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.