Nubia Z50S Pro vs Xiaomi 17
The Nubia Z50S Pro (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 61/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5100); the Xiaomi 17 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 228g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Z50S Pro
Xiaomi 17
What makes Nubia Z50S Pro better?
- Overall rating 61/100
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5100 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Lighter: 191g vs 228g
- Better camera (81/100 vs 55/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia Z50S Pro vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 26 points higher (87/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 58/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Nubia Z50S Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (81/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (87/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (63/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia Z50S Pro | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3404616 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| 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 | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13, MyOS 13 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.9×76.3×8.3 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 228 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | — | $709 |
Camera comparison
Nubia Z50S Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Nubia Z50S Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia Z50S Pro
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nubia Z50S Pro
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display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Nubia Z50S Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (81/100 vs 55/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (87/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (63/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Z50S Pro or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro by 26 points (87/100 vs 61/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia Z50S Pro and the Xiaomi 17?
The Nubia Z50S Pro has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Z50S Pro or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Z50S Pro over the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.