Nubia Z50S Pro vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra

The Nubia Z50S Pro (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $662 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 82/100 vs 37/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5100).

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro by 45 points (82/100 vs 37/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Z50S Pro
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 51
Battery 54
Design 15
Value for money 64
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
Performance 87
Display 100
Camera 93
Battery 72
Design 17
Value for money 41
What makes Nubia Z50S Pro better?
  • Cheaper: $662 vs $999

  • Better value for money (64/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5100 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
  • Lighter: 226g vs 228g

  • Higher performance (87/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (93/100 vs 51/100)
  • Longer battery life (72/100 vs 54/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (17/100 vs 15/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nubia Z50S Pro vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 45 points higher (82/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (72/100 vs 54/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro leads (64/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (87/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (93/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (72/100 vs 54/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra and the Nubia Z50S Pro are nearly equal (17/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (64/100 vs 41/100).

Nubia Z50S Pro: The Nubia Z50S Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra: The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.
Specs comparison
Specification Nubia Z50S Pro Xiaomi 17 Ultra
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 3593401
Geekbench Single 3640
Geekbench Multi 11033
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1260x2800 3200x1440
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5100 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 80W 90W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
DXOMark (camera) 166
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 8 MP 200 MP
Front camera 16 MP 32 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 1TB 256GB / 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 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm
Weight 228 g 226 g
Price $662 $999
Camera comparison
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
51
camera
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/1.63
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 200MP
  • Front: 32MP
93
camera
Display comparison
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 3200x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • 5100 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
54
battery
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
  • 6000 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 50W
72
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nubia Z50S Pro
$662
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
$999

Price difference: $337. Nubia Z50S Pro is cheaper by $337.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (87/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (93/100 vs 51/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (72/100 vs 54/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra and the Nubia Z50S Pro are nearly equal (17/100 vs 15/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (64/100 vs 41/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Z50S Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro by 45 points (82/100 vs 37/100).

What is the rating of the Nubia Z50S Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?

The Nubia Z50S Pro has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 82/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nubia Z50S Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 51/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nubia Z50S Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (87/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Nubia Z50S Pro over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?

The Nubia Z50S Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.