Nubia Z60 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Nubia Z60 Ultra (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $599 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Z60 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 74/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Z60 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 2,527,231); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Z60 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Nubia Z60 Ultra better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $799
- Better camera (78/100 vs 77/100)
- Longer battery life (63/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 2527231
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 6511
- Lighter: 162g vs 226g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 83/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 35/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia Z60 Ultra vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Nubia Z60 Ultra scores 1 points higher (75/100 vs 74/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z60 Ultra leads (63/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Nubia Z60 Ultra — 64/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 — 62/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (89/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Nubia Z60 Ultra are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z60 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (78/100 vs 77/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z60 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (63/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nubia Z60 Ultra (89/100 vs 35/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia Z60 Ultra | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 2527231 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2480x1116 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1500 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×76.4×8.8 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 226 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Nubia Z60 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.59
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Nubia Z60 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2480x1116
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia Z60 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Nubia Z60 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Nubia Z60 Ultra by 10.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. Nubia Z60 Ultra was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (89/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Nubia Z60 Ultra are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z60 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (78/100 vs 77/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z60 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (63/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nubia Z60 Ultra (89/100 vs 35/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Z60 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Nubia Z60 Ultra edges out the Samsung Galaxy S26 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nubia Z60 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Nubia Z60 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Z60 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Z60 Ultra over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Nubia Z60 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.