Nubia Z80 Ultra vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra

The Nubia Z80 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $749 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads — 81/100 vs 74/100 (a 7-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 3,030,376).

The Nubia Z80 Ultra edges out the Xiaomi 15 Ultra by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Z80 Ultra
Performance 92
Display 100
Camera 74
Battery 78
Design 18
Value for money 58
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
Performance 71
Display 100
Camera 87
Battery 72
Design 18
Value for money 41
What makes Nubia Z80 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 3030376
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 3050
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 10200
  • Bigger battery: 6500 vs 6000 mAh
  • Faster wireless charging: 80W vs 50W
  • Cheaper: $749 vs $999

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 71/100)
  • Longer battery life (78/100 vs 72/100)
  • Better value for money (58/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 Ultra better?
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 80W

  • Better camera (87/100 vs 74/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nubia Z80 Ultra vs the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the Nubia Z80 Ultra scores 7 points higher (81/100 vs 74/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 74/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (58/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (92/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (87/100 vs 74/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra is a bit better (78/100 vs 72/100). In the "design" category, both devices are on the same level — 18/100. In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (58/100 vs 41/100).

Nubia Z80 Ultra: The Nubia Z80 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra: The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.
Specs comparison
Specification Nubia Z80 Ultra Xiaomi 15 Ultra
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 3942923 3030376
Geekbench Single 3640 3050
Geekbench Multi 11033 10200
Display 6.8" LTPO AMOLED 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 2688x1216 3200x1440
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 6500 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 80W 90W
Wireless charging 80W 50W
DXOMark (camera) 159
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 64 MP 50 MP
Front camera 16 MP 32 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 16 Android 15 / HyperOS 2
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits 3200 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 164.5×77.2×8.6 mm 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm
Weight 225 g 225 g
Price $749 $999
Camera comparison
Nubia Z80 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/1.59
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
74
camera
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.63
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
87
camera
Display comparison
Nubia Z80 Ultra
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2688x1216
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
  • 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 3200x1440
  • 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 15 Ultra
  • 6000 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 12:19 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 50W
72
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nubia Z80 Ultra and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nubia Z80 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
81/100
3942923 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 15 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
74/100 -30.1%
3030376 AnTuTu

Nubia Z80 Ultra leads Xiaomi 15 Ultra by 30.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nubia Z80 Ultra
$749
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
$999

Price difference: $250. Nubia Z80 Ultra is cheaper by $250.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (92/100 vs 71/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (87/100 vs 74/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra is a bit better (78/100 vs 72/100).

design

In the "design" category, both devices are on the same level — 18/100.

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (58/100 vs 41/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Z80 Ultra or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?

The Nubia Z80 Ultra edges out the Xiaomi 15 Ultra by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Nubia Z80 Ultra and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?

The Nubia Z80 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 81/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 74/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nubia Z80 Ultra or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?

The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 74/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nubia Z80 Ultra or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?

The Nubia Z80 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 71/100).

Should you choose the Nubia Z80 Ultra over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?

The Nubia Z80 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.