Nubia Z80 Ultra vs Xiaomi 12T Pro

The Nubia Z80 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 12T Pro (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1; estimated prices are $749 and $600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads — 81/100 vs 51/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Z80 Ultra has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Nubia Z80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 1,484,323); the Xiaomi 12T Pro is noticeably lighter (205g vs 225g).

The Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12T Pro by 30 points (81/100 vs 51/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Z80 Ultra
Performance 92
Display 100
Camera 74
Battery 78
Design 18
Value for money 58
Xiaomi 12T Pro
Performance 22
Display 100
Camera 64
Battery 61
Design 43
Value for money 68
What makes Nubia Z80 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 1484323
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1761
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 4688
  • Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5000 mAh

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 22/100)
  • Better camera (74/100 vs 64/100)
  • Longer battery life (78/100 vs 61/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12T Pro better?
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 80W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 205g vs 225g
  • Cheaper: $600 vs $749

  • Better design/ergonomics (43/100 vs 18/100)
  • Better value for money (68/100 vs 58/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nubia Z80 Ultra vs the Xiaomi 12T Pro, the Nubia Z80 Ultra scores 30 points higher (81/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (74/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 61/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro leads (68/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12T Pro (92/100 vs 22/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra is a bit better (74/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12T Pro (78/100 vs 61/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro notably outperforms the Nubia Z80 Ultra (43/100 vs 18/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro is a bit better (68/100 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.
Xiaomi 12T Pro: The Xiaomi 12T Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nubia Z80 Ultra Xiaomi 12T Pro
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
AnTuTu 3942923 1484323
Geekbench Single 3640 1761
Geekbench Multi 11033 4688
Display 6.8" LTPO AMOLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 2688x1216 2712x1220
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 6500 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 80W 120W
Wireless charging 80W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 129
Main camera 50 MP 200 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
OS Android 16 Android 12
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits 900 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP53
Dimensions 164.5×77.2×8.6 mm 163.1×75.9×8.6 mm
Weight 225 g 205 g
Price $749 $600
Camera comparison
Nubia Z80 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/1.59
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
74
camera
Xiaomi 12T Pro
  • Main: 200MP f/1.65
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
64
camera
Display comparison
Nubia Z80 Ultra
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2688x1216
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi 12T Pro
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2712x1220
  • 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
Xiaomi 12T Pro
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 120W
  • No wireless charging
61
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nubia Z80 Ultra and Xiaomi 12T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nubia Z80 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
81/100
3942923 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 12T Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
51/100 -165.6%
1484323 AnTuTu

Nubia Z80 Ultra leads Xiaomi 12T Pro by 165.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nubia Z80 Ultra
$749
Xiaomi 12T Pro
$600

Price difference: $149. Xiaomi 12T Pro is cheaper by $149.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12T Pro (92/100 vs 22/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra is a bit better (74/100 vs 64/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12T Pro (78/100 vs 61/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro notably outperforms the Nubia Z80 Ultra (43/100 vs 18/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro is a bit better (68/100 vs 58/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Z80 Ultra or the Xiaomi 12T Pro?

The Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12T Pro by 30 points (81/100 vs 51/100).

What is the rating of the Nubia Z80 Ultra and the Xiaomi 12T Pro?

The Nubia Z80 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 81/100, the Xiaomi 12T Pro — 51/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nubia Z80 Ultra or the Xiaomi 12T Pro?

The Nubia Z80 Ultra leads on camera score (74/100 vs 64/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nubia Z80 Ultra or the Xiaomi 12T Pro?

The Nubia Z80 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 22/100).

Should you choose the Nubia Z80 Ultra over the Xiaomi 12T Pro?

The Nubia Z80 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Xiaomi 12T Pro is a better fit for everyday use.