Nubia Z80 Ultra vs Vivo X Fold5
The Nubia Z80 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo X Fold5 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3; launch prices were $749 and $1160. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 77/100 (a 8-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 2,345,563); the Vivo X Fold5 is thinner (4.3mm vs 8.6mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Z80 Ultra
Vivo X Fold5
What makes Nubia Z80 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 2345563
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster wireless charging: 80W vs 40W
- Cheaper at launch: $749 vs $1160
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 82/100)
- Better camera (79/100 vs 74/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 76/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Vivo X Fold5 better?
- Lighter: 217g vs 225g
- Better portability (65/100 vs 38/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia Z80 Ultra vs the Vivo X Fold5, the Nubia Z80 Ultra scores 8 points higher (85/100 vs 77/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (98/100 vs 82/100). Value score: Nubia Z80 Ultra — 84/100, Vivo X Fold5 — 64/100; 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 notably outperforms the Vivo X Fold5 (98/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra and the Vivo X Fold5 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra is a bit better (79/100 vs 74/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra is a bit better (81/100 vs 76/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold5 notably outperforms the Nubia Z80 Ultra (65/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia Z80 Ultra | Vivo X Fold5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 3942923 | 2345563 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 2203 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 6511 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 8.0" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2688x1216 | 2200x2480 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 80W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP58 | |
| Dimensions | 164.5×77.2×8.6 mm | 159.7×142.3×4.3 mm | |
| Weight | 225 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $749 | $1160 |
Camera comparison
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.59
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X Fold5
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2688x1216
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X Fold5
- 8.0" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2200x2480
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- 6500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:17 hrs, total 34:15 hrs
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 80W
Vivo X Fold5
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Nubia Z80 Ultra and Vivo X Fold5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia Z80 Ultra leads Vivo X Fold5 by 68.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $411. Nubia Z80 Ultra was $411 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo X Fold5 (98/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra and the Vivo X Fold5 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra is a bit better (79/100 vs 74/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra is a bit better (81/100 vs 76/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold5 notably outperforms the Nubia Z80 Ultra (65/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Z80 Ultra or the Vivo X Fold5?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra edges out the Vivo X Fold5 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nubia Z80 Ultra and the Vivo X Fold5?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 85/100, the Vivo X Fold5 — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Z80 Ultra or the Vivo X Fold5?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra leads on camera score (79/100 vs 74/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Z80 Ultra or the Vivo X Fold5?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra leads on performance (98/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Z80 Ultra over the Vivo X Fold5?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo X Fold5 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.