Google Pixel 6 vs ZTE ZTE nubia Z80 Ultra 5G
Google Pixel 6
$599 – $699
Mid-range
ZTE ZTE nubia Z80 Ultra 5G
$650 – $950
Flagship
AI Comparison Summary
Comparing 2 devices: Google Pixel 6 vs ZTE ZTE nubia Z80 Ultra 5G. Google Pixel 6 leads overall with the strongest combined scores. ZTE ZTE nubia Z80 Ultra 5G offers the best value proposition, while ZTE ZTE nubia Z80 Ultra 5G excels in photography and camera performance. Use the specification table below to see detailed differences across display, performance, battery, and software.
Category Winners
Best Overall
Google Pixel 6
Best Value
ZTE ZTE nubia Z80 Ultra 5G
Best Camera
ZTE ZTE nubia Z80 Ultra 5G
Best Gaming
ZTE ZTE nubia Z80 Ultra 5G
Best Battery
ZTE ZTE nubia Z80 Ultra 5G
Best Display
ZTE ZTE nubia Z80 Ultra 5G
Best Performance
ZTE ZTE nubia Z80 Ultra 5G
Best AI
ZTE ZTE nubia Z80 Ultra 5G
Best Software
ZTE ZTE nubia Z80 Ultra 5G
Best Photography
ZTE ZTE nubia Z80 Ultra 5G
Best Budget
Google Pixel 6
ZTE ZTE nubia Z80 Ultra 5G
Visual Comparison
Specs Radar
Price & Reviews
Release Year
Expert vs Community
Google Pixel 6
$599 – $699 Mid-range
Final: 8.0/10
ZTE ZTE nubia Z80 Ultra 5G
$650 – $950 Flagship
Final: 4.6/10
| Specification |
Google Pixel 6 |
ZTE ZTE nubia Z80 Ultra 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | ZTE | |
| Model | Pixel 6 | ZTE nubia Z80 Ultra 5G |
| Year | 2021 | 2025 |
| Current Price | $0 – $699 | $799 – $999 |
| MSRP | $599 | $999 |
| Discount | 0% | 50% |
| Lowest Recorded | $599 | $769 |
| Highest Recorded | $699 | $999 |
| Historical Lowest | $599 | $799 |
| Historical Highest | $699 | $799 |
| Launch Price | $599 | $799 |
| Savings | $599 | $200 |
| Best Deal | — | $799 |
| Price Confidence | 40% | 60% |
| Availability | In Stock | In Stock |
| Colors | Stormy Black, Sorta Seafoam, Kinda Coral | Phantom Black, Condensed Light White, Starry Night Blue, Luo Tian Yi Red |
| Storage Options | 128GB, 256GB | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB |
| RAM Options | 8GB | 12GB, 16GB |
| Screen | 84/100 | 98/100 |
| Technology | — | — |
| Brightness | High brightness mode support | 2000 nits |
| Refresh Rate | 90 Hz | — |
| Chipset | Google Tensor (1st Generation) | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (2×2.80 GHz Cortex-X1 + 2×2.25 GHz Cortex-A76 + 4×1.80 GHz Cortex-A55) | — |
| GPU | Mali-G78 MP20 | Adreno 840 |
| RAM | 8 GB | 12GB / 16GB LPDDR5X |
| Storage | — | — |
| Expandable Storage | No | — |
| Battery | 78/100 | 100/100 |
| Charging | 79/100 | Up to 90W Fast Charging |
| Wireless Charging | — | 80W Wireless Fast Charging |
| Rear Camera | 89/100 | 95/100 |
| Front Camera | — | — |
| Video | 1080p @30fps | — |
| Zoom | — | — |
| Materials | — | — |
| Weight | 207 g | 227g |
| Dimensions | 6.4 inches (16.26 cm) | 6.85 inches |
| Water Resistance | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins) | — |
| Durability | 89/100 | 97/100 |
| Repairability | 64/100 | 80/100 |
| Audio | Stereo loudspeakers | 94/100 |
| Network | 5G SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave (market specific), 4G LTE, HSPA, GSM | 5G SA/NSA |
| Bluetooth | 5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | v6.0 |
| WiFi | Wi-Fi 6e (802.11ax) dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi 7 |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.1, OTG | — |
| NFC | Yes | — |
| SIM | Yes | — |
| Operating System | Dual-band GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, Galileo, BDS, QZSS | Android 16 with Nebula AIOS 2 |
| Updates | 3 major Android OS platform updates, 5 years of security patches | — |
| AI Features | 50 MP wide, f/1.9, 25mm, 1/1.31", 1.2µm, dual pixel PDAF, Laser AF, OIS | 50 MP Custom 35mm with OIS (f/1.7) |
| Security | Optical under-display fingerprint sensor | 96/100 |
| Gaming | 76/100 | 98/100 |
| Benchmarks | ~676,831 | — |
| Sensors | — | — |
| In The Box | — | — |
| Expert Rating | 8.4/10 | 4.8/10 |
| Community Rating | 0.0/10 | 0.0/10 |
| AI Rating | 8.2/10 | 4.8/10 |
| Final Score | 8.0/10 | 4.6/10 |
| Pros | Excellent main camera Clean Google Android experience Distinctive premium design 90Hz OLED display Qi wireless charg... | Immersive 6.85-inch 1.5K 144Hz true full-screen notchless UDC panel Top-tier Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 performa... |
| Cons | Limited remaining update period Inconsistent battery efficiency Can run warm under heavy use Slow charging by modern... | Under-display selfie camera quality lags behind traditional punch-hole sensors Slightly heavier frame at 227g |
Who Should Buy
Google Pixel 6
- Users who want the most well-rounded flagship experience.
Advantages
- Excellent main camera
- Clean Google Android experience
- Distinctive premium design
- 90Hz OLED display
- Qi wireless charging
Disadvantages
- Limited remaining update period
- Inconsistent battery efficiency
- Can run warm under heavy use
- Slow charging by modern standards
- No telephoto camera
ZTE ZTE nubia Z80 Ultra 5G
- Gamers who want top-tier performance and smooth gameplay.
- Budget-conscious buyers seeking the best features per dollar.
- Photography enthusiasts and content creators.
- Heavy users who need all-day battery life.
Advantages
- Immersive 6.85
- inch 1.5K 144Hz true full
- screen notchless UDC panel
- Top
- tier Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 performance and UFS 4.1 speed
Disadvantages
- Under
- display selfie camera quality lags behind traditional punch
- hole sensors
- Slightly heavier frame at 227g
Best For
- Gaming
- ZTE ZTE nubia Z80 Ultra 5G
- Students
- ZTE ZTE nubia Z80 Ultra 5G
- Creators
- ZTE ZTE nubia Z80 Ultra 5G
- Business
- ZTE ZTE nubia Z80 Ultra 5G
- Overall
- Google Pixel 6
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better: Google Pixel 6 or ZTE ZTE nubia Z80 Ultra 5G?
Compare expert scores, AI ratings, and category winners on this page. The overall winner is determined by combined performance, camera, battery, and value scores.
What is the price difference?
Current prices for each device are shown in the Price section. Use the comparison table to see MSRP, discounts, and lowest recorded prices.
