Nubia Z80 Ultra vs Vivo X100s

The Nubia Z80 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo X100s (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+; estimated prices are $749 and $699. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads — 81/100 vs 63/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Z80 Ultra has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5100); the Nubia Z80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 2,351,914); the Vivo X100s is noticeably lighter (203g vs 225g).

The Nubia Z80 Ultra is noticeably better than the Vivo X100s — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Z80 Ultra
Performance 92
Display 100
Camera 74
Battery 78
Design 18
Value for money 58
Vivo X100s
Performance 46
Display 100
Camera 80
Battery 59
Design 46
Value for money 62
What makes Nubia Z80 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 2351914
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 2250
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 7315
  • Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5100 mAh

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 46/100)
  • Longer battery life (78/100 vs 59/100)
What makes Vivo X100s better?
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
  • Lighter: 203g vs 225g
  • Cheaper: $699 vs $749

  • Better camera (80/100 vs 74/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (46/100 vs 18/100)
  • Better value for money (62/100 vs 58/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nubia Z80 Ultra vs the Vivo X100s, the Nubia Z80 Ultra scores 18 points higher (81/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo X100s (92/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo X100s is a bit better (80/100 vs 74/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo X100s (78/100 vs 59/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo X100s notably outperforms the Nubia Z80 Ultra (46/100 vs 18/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo X100s and the Nubia Z80 Ultra are nearly equal (62/100 vs 58/100).

Nubia Z80 Ultra: The Nubia Z80 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.
Vivo X100s: The Vivo X100s is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts.
Specs comparison
Specification Nubia Z80 Ultra Vivo X100s
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 MediaTek Dimensity 9300+
AnTuTu 3942923 2351914
Geekbench Single 3640 2250
Geekbench Multi 11033 7315
Display 6.8" LTPO AMOLED 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 2688x1216 1260x2800
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 6500 mAh 5100 mAh
Charging 80W 100W
Wireless charging 80W 0W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 64 MP 64 MP
Front camera 16 MP 32 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 16 Android 14, OriginOS 4
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits 3000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 164.5×77.2×8.6 mm 163.1×75.8×7.8 mm
Weight 225 g 203 g
Price $749 $699
Camera comparison
Nubia Z80 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/1.59
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
74
camera
Vivo X100s
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 64MP
  • Front: 32MP
80
camera
Display comparison
Nubia Z80 Ultra
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2688x1216
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo X100s
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Nubia Z80 Ultra
  • 6500 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 14:17 hrs, total 34:15 hrs
  • Wired: 80W
  • Wireless: 80W
78
battery
Vivo X100s
  • 5100 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
59
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nubia Z80 Ultra and Vivo X100s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nubia Z80 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
81/100
3942923 AnTuTu
Vivo X100s MediaTek Dimensity 9300+
63/100 -67.6%
2351914 AnTuTu

Nubia Z80 Ultra leads Vivo X100s by 67.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nubia Z80 Ultra
$749
Vivo X100s
$699

Price difference: $50. Vivo X100s is cheaper by $50.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo X100s (92/100 vs 46/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo X100s is a bit better (80/100 vs 74/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo X100s (78/100 vs 59/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo X100s notably outperforms the Nubia Z80 Ultra (46/100 vs 18/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Vivo X100s and the Nubia Z80 Ultra are nearly equal (62/100 vs 58/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Z80 Ultra or the Vivo X100s?

The Nubia Z80 Ultra is noticeably better than the Vivo X100s — the overall rating gap is 18 points.

What is the rating of the Nubia Z80 Ultra and the Vivo X100s?

The Nubia Z80 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 81/100, the Vivo X100s — 63/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nubia Z80 Ultra or the Vivo X100s?

The Vivo X100s leads on camera score (80/100 vs 74/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nubia Z80 Ultra or the Vivo X100s?

The Nubia Z80 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 46/100).

Should you choose the Nubia Z80 Ultra over the Vivo X100s?

The Nubia Z80 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Vivo X100s is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts.