Nubia Z70S Ultra vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Nubia Z70S Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $600 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 81/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Z70S Ultra has the bigger battery (6600 mAh vs 6510); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 3,228,937); the Vivo X500 Pro is noticeably lighter (192g vs 228g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Z70S Ultra
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Nubia Z70S Ultra better?
- Bigger battery: 6600 vs 6510 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $600 vs $970
- Overall rating 81/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 3228937
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 9287
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Lighter: 192g vs 228g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 92/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 79/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 93/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 36/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia Z70S Ultra vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 9 points higher (90/100 vs 81/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Nubia Z70S Ultra — 76/100, Vivo X500 Pro — 92/100; 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 Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (100/100 vs 92/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Nubia Z70S Ultra are nearly equal (94/100 vs 93/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (87/100 vs 79/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Nubia Z70S Ultra (81/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Nubia Z70S Ultra (63/100 vs 36/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia Z70S Ultra | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 3228937 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1216x2688 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6600 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.3×77.1×8.6 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 228 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $600 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Nubia Z70S Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Nubia Z70S Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2688
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia Z70S Ultra
- 6600 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 7:53 hrs, total 22:56 hrs
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Nubia Z70S Ultra and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Nubia Z70S Ultra by 35.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $370. Nubia Z70S Ultra was $370 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (100/100 vs 92/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Nubia Z70S Ultra are nearly equal (94/100 vs 93/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (87/100 vs 79/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Nubia Z70S Ultra (81/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Nubia Z70S Ultra (63/100 vs 36/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Z70S Ultra or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro edges out the Nubia Z70S Ultra by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nubia Z70S Ultra and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Nubia Z70S Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 81/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Z70S Ultra or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 79/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Z70S Ultra or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 92/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Z70S Ultra over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Nubia Z70S Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo X500 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.