ZTE Blade V50 vs ZTE Blade V80 Pro

Comparing the ZTE Blade V50 (2023) and the ZTE Blade V80 Pro (2025) on specs and benchmarks. Both devices score the same overall rating of 32/100. Key differences: the ZTE Blade V80 Pro has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the ZTE Blade V50 has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE Blade V80 Pro doesn't; the ZTE Blade V50 is noticeably lighter (178g vs 195g).

Both devices scored the same rating of 32/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.
Profile comparison
Category scores
ZTE Blade V50
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 35
Design 77
Value for money 86
ZTE Blade V80 Pro
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 38
Battery 36
Design 56
Value for money 55
What makes ZTE Blade V50 better?
  • Faster charging: 33W vs 5W
  • Lighter: 178g vs 195g

  • Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 56/100)
  • Better value for money (86/100 vs 55/100)
What makes ZTE Blade V80 Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP

  • Better camera (38/100 vs 27/100)
  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 35/100)
Comparison verdict

The ZTE Blade V50 and the ZTE Blade V80 Pro received the same MobileRank rating — 32/100. In the "camera" category, the ZTE Blade V80 Pro leads (38/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the ZTE Blade V50 leads (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the ZTE Blade V80 Pro is a bit better (38/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Blade V80 Pro and the ZTE Blade V50 are nearly equal (36/100 vs 35/100). In the "design" category, the ZTE Blade V50 notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V80 Pro (77/100 vs 56/100). In the "value for money" category, the ZTE Blade V50 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V80 Pro (86/100 vs 55/100).

ZTE Blade V50: The ZTE Blade V50 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
ZTE Blade V80 Pro: The ZTE Blade V80 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification ZTE Blade V50 ZTE Blade V80 Pro
Processor Unisoc T7280
AnTuTu
Geekbench Single
Geekbench Multi
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2400 900x1940
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4800 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 33W 5W
Main camera 50 MP 108 MP
Front camera 16 MP 16 MP
RAM 6GB 8GB
Storage 256GB 256GB
OS Android 13 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 1000 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP64
Dimensions 161.9×72.8×8.0 mm 166.0×79.0×7.7 mm
Weight 178 g 195 g
Price $351
Camera comparison
ZTE Blade V50
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
ZTE Blade V80 Pro
  • Main: 108MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
38
camera
Display comparison
ZTE Blade V50
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
ZTE Blade V80 Pro
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 900x1940
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
ZTE Blade V50
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
35
battery
ZTE Blade V80 Pro
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 5W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
ZTE Blade V50
$351
ZTE Blade V80 Pro
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE Blade V80 Pro is a bit better (38/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE Blade V80 Pro and the ZTE Blade V50 are nearly equal (36/100 vs 35/100).

design

In the "design" category, the ZTE Blade V50 notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V80 Pro (77/100 vs 56/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the ZTE Blade V50 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V80 Pro (86/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ZTE Blade V50 or the ZTE Blade V80 Pro?

Both devices scored 32/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the ZTE Blade V80 Pro.

What is the rating of the ZTE Blade V50 and the ZTE Blade V80 Pro?

The ZTE Blade V50 has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the ZTE Blade V80 Pro — 32/100.

Which has the better camera: the ZTE Blade V50 or the ZTE Blade V80 Pro?

The ZTE Blade V80 Pro leads on camera score (38/100 vs 27/100).

Should you choose the ZTE Blade V50 over the ZTE Blade V80 Pro?

The ZTE Blade V50 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Blade V80 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.