Nubia Z80 Ultra vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Nubia Z80 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $749 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 82/100 vs 81/100 (a 1-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 3,593,401).
Nubia Z80 Ultra
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 3593401
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster wireless charging: 80W vs 50W
- Lighter: 225g vs 226g
- Cheaper: $749 vs $999
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 87/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 72/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (18/100 vs 17/100)
- Better value for money (58/100 vs 41/100)
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Better camera (93/100 vs 74/100)
Comparing the Nubia Z80 Ultra vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 1 points higher (82/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 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 is a bit better (92/100 vs 87/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Nubia Z80 Ultra (93/100 vs 74/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra is a bit better (78/100 vs 72/100). In the "design" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra are nearly equal (18/100 vs 17/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (58/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Nubia Z80 Ultra | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3942923 | 3593401 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3640 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11033 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" 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) | — | 166 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.5×77.2×8.6 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 225 g | 226 g | |
| Price | $749 | $999 |
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.59
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2688x1216
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- 6500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:17 hrs, total 34:15 hrs
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 80W
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Nubia Z80 Ultra and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia Z80 Ultra leads Xiaomi 17 Ultra by 9.7% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $250. Nubia Z80 Ultra is cheaper by $250.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra is a bit better (92/100 vs 87/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Nubia Z80 Ultra (93/100 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, the Nubia Z80 Ultra and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra are nearly equal (18/100 vs 17/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (58/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Nubia Z80 Ultra or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra edges out the Nubia Z80 Ultra by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nubia Z80 Ultra and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 81/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Z80 Ultra or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 74/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Z80 Ultra or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 87/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Z80 Ultra over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.