Nubia Z80 Ultra vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Nubia Z80 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; estimated prices are $749 and $469. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads — 81/100 vs 62/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 6500); the Nubia Z80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 2,629,444).
Nubia Z80 Ultra
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 2629444
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 3228
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 9553
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 65/100)
- Better camera (74/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 77/100)
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Lighter: 218g vs 225g
- Cheaper: $469 vs $749
- Better design/ergonomics (27/100 vs 18/100)
- Better value for money (78/100 vs 58/100)
Comparing the Nubia Z80 Ultra vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Nubia Z80 Ultra scores 19 points higher (81/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (74/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (92/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (74/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (78/100 vs 77/100). In the "design" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (27/100 vs 18/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Nubia Z80 Ultra (78/100 vs 58/100).
| Specification | Nubia Z80 Ultra | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3942923 | 2629444 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3640 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11033 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2688x1216 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 80W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.5×77.2×8.6 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 225 g | 218 g | |
| Price | $749 | $469 |
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.59
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2688x1216
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- 6500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:17 hrs, total 34:15 hrs
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 80W
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Nubia Z80 Ultra and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia Z80 Ultra leads Poco X8 Pro Max by 50.0% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $280. Poco X8 Pro Max is cheaper by $280.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (92/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (74/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (78/100 vs 77/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (27/100 vs 18/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Nubia Z80 Ultra (78/100 vs 58/100).
Which is better: the Nubia Z80 Ultra or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra is noticeably better than the Poco X8 Pro Max — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Nubia Z80 Ultra and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 81/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Z80 Ultra or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra leads on camera score (74/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Z80 Ultra or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Z80 Ultra over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.