Nubia Z70S UltravsXiaomi 17 Pro Max

Nubia Z70S Ultra
#21
Winner
Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
RAM:12 GBGB
Storage:256 GBGB

Quick Stats

The Nubia Z70S Ultra's 6600mAh battery with 80W fast charging provides all-day endurance and rapid charging, but heavy gaming may cause overheating and thermal throttling.
Nubia Z70S Ultra's display offers a seamless under-display camera, 144Hz refresh rate, and 10-bit color for immersive visuals.
Nubia Z70S Ultra's flagship 35mm camera excels in portraits and 8K video, but under-display camera struggles with video stabilization.
Nubia Z70S Ultra's flagship Snapdragon 8 Elite delivers top-tier performance but overheats during gaming, causing thermal throttling.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
#24
Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
RAM:12 GBGB
Storage:512 GBGB

Quick Stats

Xiaomi 17 Pro Max's 7500 mAh battery with 100W fast charging and 50W wireless ensures all-day power and rapid recharging.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max's 6.9" QHD+ AMOLED display offers adaptive 120Hz, HDR10+, and 3500 cd/m² brightness with TÜV-certified eye comfort.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max's triple 50 MP cameras with 8K video, optical zoom, and OIS deliver pro-grade photography and stabilization.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max's Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, 16 GB RAM, and Adreno 840 GPU with 3D cooling deliver elite performance and thermal efficiency.
Specifications Comparison
Specification
Nubia Nubia Z70S Ultra
Xiaomi Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
Model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
CPU
2x4.32 GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix L+ 6x3.53 GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix M
2x4.61 GHz ARM + 6x3.63 GHz ARM
Type
Octa-Core
Octa-Core
Nanometer
3 nm
3 nm
Frequency
4,3 GHz
4,6 GHz
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
Adreno 830
Adreno 840 1.2 GHz
RAM
12 GB
12 GB
Type
RAM LPDDR5X
RAM LPDDR5X
Capacity
256 GB
512 GB
Type
UFS Storage 4.0
UFS Storage 4.1
SD slot
No
No
Fingerprint security
Yes, in screen
Yes, in screen
Fingerprint sensor
Yes
Yes
Proximity sensor
Yes
Yes
Light sensor
Yes
Yes
Accelerometer sensor
Yes
Yes
Compass sensor
Yes
Yes
Gyroscope sensor
Yes
Yes
Barometer sensor
N/A
Yes
Gravity sensor
Yes
N/A
RGB sensor
N/A
Yes
Hall sensor
N/A
Yes
Audio
DTS / DTS X, Stereo Speakers, 3 microphones
Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res Audio, Stereo Speakers, 4 microphones
Antutu Score
2710000
4379955
Antutu Version
Antutu v10
Antutu v11
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 98% of devices
Overall performance better than 99% of devices
Cooling system
Yes
Yes
Gaming buttons
No
No
Extras
N/A
5533mm² 3D ring-type cooling system

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Rankings
Connectivity
Nubia Z70S Ultra
#636
Winner
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
#690
Design
Nubia Z70S Ultra
#147
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
#51
Winner
Display
Nubia Z70S Ultra
#115
Winner
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
#554
Performance
Nubia Z70S Ultra
#19
Winner
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
#40
Battery
Nubia Z70S Ultra
#217
Winner
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
#283
Camera
Nubia Z70S Ultra
#123
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
#46
Winner

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Scores by Category
Pros and Cons

Nubia Z70S Ultra

Strengths

Premium build with IP68 rating, aluminum/glass/leather design, and a sleek 8.6mm profile.
Innovative under-display camera (UDC) and tactile dual-stage hardware camera button for a notch-free display.
Flagship Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset with up to 24GB RAM and 1TB storage for top-tier performance.
6600mAh battery with 80W fast charging for all-day endurance and rapid power-ups.
Vibrant 144Hz AMOLED display with 10-bit color depth and 2668 x 1216 resolution for immersive visuals.

Weaknesses

Overheating during gaming (reaches 55°C) leading to thermal throttling and frame drops.
Under-display camera struggles with video quality due to lack of electronic image stabilization.
Ultrawide lens suffers from overprocessing and unnatural low-light performance.
Absence of variable aperture in the main camera limits creative control in photography.
Premium price may not justify software shortcomings and thermal management trade-offs.

Xiaomi 17 Pro Max

Strengths

Flagship Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor with 16 GB RAM ensures unmatched performance for gaming and multitasking.
7500 mAh battery with 100W fast charging and 50W wireless charging delivers exceptional endurance and rapid power-ups.
Triple 50 MP camera system with 8K video, optical zoom, and OIS for pro-grade photography and stabilization.
Premium titanium-aluminum build with IP68 durability and a 92% screen-to-body ratio for immersive, rugged design.

Weaknesses

No expandable storage (no SD card slot), limiting flexibility for heavy media users.
120 Hz maximum refresh rate may drain battery faster in high-performance scenarios.
Front camera's macro capability (5 cm) may lack precision compared to dedicated macro lenses.
Limited color options (only four variants) for a high-end device.
3D ring-type cooling system adds weight, potentially affecting portability.
No mention of long-term software updates, which could impact future usability.
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Nubia Z70S Ultra

Nubia Z70S Ultra redefines smartphone design with a seamless under-display camera and tactile camera button. Flagship 35mm lens excels in portraits, but overheating during gaming may deter power users. A bold choice for design lovers.

Xiaomi 17 Pro Max

Xiaomi 17 Pro Max delivers stunning visuals, pro-grade triple cameras, ultra-fast charging, and a sleek titanium design for unmatched performance and durability.

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