Nubia Z70 Ultra vs Xiaomi 17 Pro
Compare Nubia Z70 Ultra vs Xiaomi 17 Pro side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, 50MP vs 50MP camera, 6150mAh vs 5500mAh…
Nubia
Nubia Z70 Ultra
$729
5categories won
Xiaomi
17 Pro
$999
11categories won
6 categories tied · 22 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Xiaomi 17 Pro takes the overall win
The Xiaomi 17 Pro proves superior overall against the Nubia Z70 Ultra, outperforming on gaming and photography. For battery longevity and charging speed, the Nubia Z70 Ultra takes the lead, while the 17 Pro is the clear choice for demanding 3D gaming and heavy multitasking. Choose the 17 Pro if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Nubia Z70 Ultra if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
Nubia Z70 Ultra wins on endurance with 6,150 mAh and 80W fast charging.
17 Pro provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite and 16GB RAM.
17 Pro takes photography with 50MP optics and 3.2x optical telephoto capabilities.
Nubia Z70 Ultra provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $729 vs $999.
Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.
Nubia Z70 Ultra vs 17 Pro: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Nubia Z70 Ultra | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.85" | 6.36" |
| Resolution | 1216 x 2688Winner | 1200 x 2670 |
| Pixel density | 431 ppi | 460 ppiWinner |
| Refresh rate | 144 HzWinner | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 2000 nits | 3200 nitsWinner |
Performance
| Specification | Nubia Z70 Ultra | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite |
| Process node | 3 nm | 3 nm |
| AnTuTu score | 3,050,000 | 3,060,000 |
| Geekbench multi | 9950 | 10420Winner |
| Maximum RAM | 24 GBWinner | 16 GB |
| Maximum storage | 1TB | 1TB |
Camera
| Specification | Nubia Z70 Ultra | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Rear cameras | 3 | 3 |
| Optical zoom | 2.7x | 3.2xWinner |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Selfie camera | 16 MP | 32 MPWinner |
| Max video | 8K@30fps, 4K@120fps, 4K@60fps | 8K@30fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Nubia Z70 Ultra | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 6,150 mAhWinner | 5,500 mAh |
| Wired charging | 80 W | 90 WWinner |
| Wireless charging | No | 50 WWinner |
Design
| Specification | Nubia Z70 Ultra | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 228 g | 191 gWinner |
| Thickness | 8.6 mm | 8.2 mmWinner |
| Water resistance | IP68 / IP69 | IP68 |
| Build | Flat aerospace metal frame, physical shutter key, Starry Night Vincent Van Gogh edition / AG glass back | Xiaomi Dragon Crystal Glass 2.0 front, high-strength polished aluminum alloy frame, velvet frosted glass rear |
Software and support
| Specification | Nubia Z70 Ultra | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 15 | Android 16 (HyperOS 3) |
| OS updates | 3 years | 5 yearsWinner |
| Security updates | 4 years | 5 yearsWinner |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Nubia Z70 Ultra | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $729Winner | $999 |
Nubia Z70 Ultra
The Nubia Z70 Ultra is a photographer's dream smartphone. Featuring a bespoke 35mm optical focal length main camera with a physical variable mechanical aperture from f/1.59 to f/4.0, a dedicated physical two-stage shutter button, a 100% notchless 1.5K 144Hz true full screen, Snapdragon 8 Elite, 6,150mAh battery, and dual IP68/IP69 waterproofing.
- Display
- 6.85"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 6,150mAh
Xiaomi 17 Pro
Packing a Snapdragon 8 Elite, a dense 5,500 mAh battery, and Leica Summilux optics with stepless variable aperture into a 6.36-inch chassis with 1.1mm symmetrical bezels, the Xiaomi 17 Pro is the gold standard for compact flagships.
- Display
- 6.36"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,500mAh
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