Nubia Z80 Ultra vs Redmi K100 Pro Max
The Nubia Z80 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $749 and $730. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 85/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9070 mAh vs 6500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Nubia Z80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 3,722,803).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Z80 Ultra
Redmi K100 Pro Max
What makes Nubia Z80 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 3722803
- Faster wireless charging: 80W vs 50W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 97/100)
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $730 vs $749
- Better camera (90/100 vs 79/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 81/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 83/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia Z80 Ultra vs the Redmi K100 Pro Max, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 8 points higher (93/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 79/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (95/100 vs 81/100). Value score: Nubia Z80 Ultra — 84/100, Redmi K100 Pro Max — 100/100; 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 Nubia Z80 Ultra and the Redmi K100 Pro Max are nearly equal (98/100 vs 97/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (90/100 vs 79/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (95/100 vs 81/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia Z80 Ultra | Redmi K100 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3942923 | 3722803 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.9" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2688x1216 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 9070 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 80W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.5×77.2×8.6 mm | — | |
| Weight | 225 g | — | |
| Launch price | $749 | $730 |
Camera comparison
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.59
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2688x1216
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- 6500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:17 hrs, total 34:15 hrs
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 80W
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Nubia Z80 Ultra and Redmi K100 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia Z80 Ultra leads Redmi K100 Pro Max by 5.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $19. Redmi K100 Pro Max was $19 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra and the Redmi K100 Pro Max are nearly equal (98/100 vs 97/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (90/100 vs 79/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (95/100 vs 81/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Z80 Ultra or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max edges out the Nubia Z80 Ultra by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nubia Z80 Ultra and the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 85/100, the Redmi K100 Pro Max — 93/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Z80 Ultra or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 79/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Z80 Ultra over the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K100 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.