ZTE ZTE nubia Z80 Ultra 5G vs iQOO iQOO Z11 5G
ZTE ZTE nubia Z80 Ultra 5G
$650 – $950
Flagship
iQOO iQOO Z11 5G
₹29,999 – ₹37,999
Upper Mid Range
AI Comparison Summary
Comparing 2 devices: ZTE ZTE nubia Z80 Ultra 5G vs iQOO iQOO Z11 5G. ZTE ZTE nubia Z80 Ultra 5G leads overall with the strongest combined scores. iQOO iQOO Z11 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
ZTE ZTE nubia Z80 Ultra 5G
Best Value
iQOO iQOO Z11 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
ZTE ZTE nubia Z80 Ultra 5G
iQOO iQOO Z11 5G
Visual Comparison
Specs Radar
Price & Reviews
Release Year
Expert vs Community
ZTE ZTE nubia Z80 Ultra 5G
$650 – $950 Flagship
Final: 4.6/10
iQOO iQOO Z11 5G
₹29,999 – ₹37,999 Upper Mid Range
Final: 4.6/10
| Specification |
ZTE ZTE nubia Z80 Ultra 5G |
iQOO iQOO Z11 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | ZTE | iQOO |
| Model | ZTE nubia Z80 Ultra 5G | iQOO Z11 5G |
| Year | 2025 | 2026 |
| Current Price | $799 – $999 | ₹29,999 – ₹37,999 |
| MSRP | $999 | ₹37,999 |
| Discount | 50% | 21% |
| Lowest Recorded | $769 | ₹28,999 |
| Highest Recorded | $999 | ₹37,999 |
| Historical Lowest | $799 | ₹29,999 |
| Historical Highest | $799 | ₹29,999 |
| Launch Price | $799 | ₹29,999 |
| Savings | $200 | ₹8,000 |
| Best Deal | $799 | ₹29,999 |
| Price Confidence | 60% | 60% |
| Availability | In Stock | In Stock |
| Colors | Phantom Black, Condensed Light White, Starry Night Blue, Luo Tian Yi Red | Cosmic Black, Glacier Blue, Skylight White |
| Storage Options | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB | 256GB, 512GB |
| RAM Options | 12GB, 16GB | 8GB, 12GB, 16GB |
| Screen | 98/100 | 98/100 |
| Technology | — | — |
| Brightness | 2000 nits | 5000 nits |
| Refresh Rate | — | — |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 (4 nm) |
| CPU | — | — |
| GPU | Adreno 840 | — |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB LPDDR5X | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB LPDDR5X |
| Storage | — | — |
| Expandable Storage | — | — |
| Battery | 100/100 | 100/100 |
| Charging | Up to 90W Fast Charging | 90W Flash Charging |
| Wireless Charging | 80W Wireless Fast Charging | — |
| Rear Camera | 95/100 | 90/100 |
| Front Camera | — | — |
| Video | — | — |
| Zoom | — | — |
| Materials | — | — |
| Weight | 227g | 216g |
| Dimensions | 6.85 inches | 6.83 inches |
| Water Resistance | — | — |
| Durability | 97/100 | 98/100 |
| Repairability | 80/100 | 80/100 |
| Audio | 94/100 | 91/100 |
| Network | 5G SA/NSA | 5G SA/NSA |
| Bluetooth | v6.0 | v5.4 |
| WiFi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| USB | — | — |
| NFC | — | — |
| SIM | — | — |
| Operating System | Android 16 with Nebula AIOS 2 | Android 16 with OriginOS 6 |
| Updates | — | — |
| AI Features | 50 MP Custom 35mm with OIS (f/1.7) | 50 MP Sony IMX882 with OIS (f/1.79) |
| Security | 96/100 | 94/100 |
| Gaming | 98/100 | 95/100 |
| Benchmarks | — | — |
| Sensors | — | — |
| In The Box | — | — |
| Expert Rating | 4.8/10 | 4.8/10 |
| Community Rating | 0.0/10 | 0.0/10 |
| AI Rating | 4.8/10 | 4.8/10 |
| Final Score | 4.6/10 | 4.6/10 |
| Pros | Immersive 6.85-inch 1.5K 144Hz true full-screen notchless UDC panel Top-tier Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 performa... | Monumental 9020mAh silicon-carbon battery with 90W fast charging Stunning 6.83-inch 1.5K 165Hz AMOLED display with 5000... |
| Cons | Under-display selfie camera quality lags behind traditional punch-hole sensors Slightly heavier frame at 227g | Slightly heavier frame due to the massive battery unit Lacks wireless charging capability |
Who Should Buy
ZTE ZTE nubia Z80 Ultra 5G
- Gamers who want top-tier performance and smooth gameplay.
- Photography enthusiasts and content creators.
- Heavy users who need all-day battery life.
- Users who want the most well-rounded flagship experience.
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
iQOO iQOO Z11 5G
- Budget-conscious buyers seeking the best features per dollar.
Advantages
- Monumental 9020mAh silicon
- carbon battery with 90W fast charging
- Stunning 6.83
- inch 1.5K 165Hz AMOLED display with 5000 nits peak brightness
- Capable Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 performance with 7K Ice Dome cooling
Disadvantages
- Slightly heavier frame due to the massive battery unit
- Lacks wireless charging capability
Best For
- Gaming
- ZTE ZTE nubia Z80 Ultra 5G
- Students
- iQOO iQOO Z11 5G
- Creators
- ZTE ZTE nubia Z80 Ultra 5G
- Business
- ZTE ZTE nubia Z80 Ultra 5G
- Overall
- ZTE ZTE nubia Z80 Ultra 5G
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better: ZTE ZTE nubia Z80 Ultra 5G or iQOO iQOO Z11 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.
