Nubia Z80 Ultra vs Poco X8 Pro
The Nubia Z80 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; estimated prices are $749 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 64/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Z80 Ultra has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 6000); the Nubia Z80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 1,982,033); the Poco X8 Pro is noticeably lighter (196g vs 225g).
Nubia Z80 Ultra
Poco X8 Pro
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 1982033
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1553
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 6403
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 6000 mAh
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (79/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 68/100)
- Better value for money (82/100 vs 68/100)
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Lighter: 196g vs 225g
- Cheaper: $350 vs $749
- Better portability (57/100 vs 38/100)
Comparing the Nubia Z80 Ultra vs the Poco X8 Pro, the Nubia Z80 Ultra scores 21 points higher (85/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (98/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (79/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 68/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (82/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (98/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 83/100. In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (79/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra is a bit better (81/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Nubia Z80 Ultra (57/100 vs 38/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra is a bit better (82/100 vs 68/100).
| Specification | Nubia Z80 Ultra | Poco X8 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 3942923 | 1982033 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3640 | 1553 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11033 | 6403 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2688x1216 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 6000 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 | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 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 | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 225 g | 196 g | |
| Price | $749 | $350 |
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.59
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2688x1216
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- 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
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Nubia Z80 Ultra and Poco X8 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia Z80 Ultra leads Poco X8 Pro by 98.9% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $399. Poco X8 Pro is cheaper by $399.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (98/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 83/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (79/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra is a bit better (81/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Nubia Z80 Ultra (57/100 vs 38/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra is a bit better (82/100 vs 68/100).
Which is better: the Nubia Z80 Ultra or the Poco X8 Pro?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro by 21 points (85/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia Z80 Ultra and the Poco X8 Pro?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 85/100, the Poco X8 Pro — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Z80 Ultra or the Poco X8 Pro?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra leads on camera score (79/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Z80 Ultra or the Poco X8 Pro?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra leads on performance (98/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Z80 Ultra over the Poco X8 Pro?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users.