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+; launch prices were $749 and $699. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 78/100 (a 7-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 2,233,931); the Vivo X100s is noticeably lighter (203g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Z80 Ultra
Vivo X100s
What makes Nubia Z80 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 2233931
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2249
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 7352
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5100 mAh
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 83/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 62/100)
What makes Vivo X100s better?
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Lighter: 203g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $749
- Better camera (84/100 vs 79/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 83/100)
- Better portability (59/100 vs 38/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia Z80 Ultra vs the Vivo X100s, the Nubia Z80 Ultra scores 7 points higher (85/100 vs 78/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (98/100 vs 83/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 62/100). Value score: Nubia Z80 Ultra — 84/100, Vivo X100s — 70/100; 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 X100s (98/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X100s and the Nubia Z80 Ultra are nearly equal (84/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X100s is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo X100s (81/100 vs 62/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X100s notably outperforms the Nubia Z80 Ultra (59/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia Z80 Ultra | Vivo X100s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ | |
| AnTuTu | 3942923 | 2233931 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 2249 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 7352 | |
| 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 | |
| Launch price | $749 | $699 |
Camera comparison
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.59
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X100s
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2688x1216
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X100s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- 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 X100s
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Nubia Z80 Ultra and Vivo X100s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia Z80 Ultra leads Vivo X100s by 76.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $50. Vivo X100s was $50 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo X100s (98/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X100s and the Nubia Z80 Ultra are nearly equal (84/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X100s is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo X100s (81/100 vs 62/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X100s notably outperforms the Nubia Z80 Ultra (59/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Z80 Ultra or the Vivo X100s?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra edges out the Vivo X100s by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nubia Z80 Ultra and the Vivo X100s?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 85/100, the Vivo X100s — 78/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Z80 Ultra or the Vivo X100s?
The Vivo X100s leads on camera score (84/100 vs 79/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Z80 Ultra or the Vivo X100s?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra leads on performance (98/100 vs 83/100).
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, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo X100s is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.