Xiaomi 17 Pro MaxvsNubia Z70S Ultra

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.
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.
Specifications Comparison
Specification
Xiaomi Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
Nubia Nubia Z70S Ultra
Model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
CPU
2x4.61 GHz ARM + 6x3.63 GHz ARM
2x4.32 GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix L+ 6x3.53 GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix M
Type
Octa-Core
Octa-Core
Nanometer
3 nm
3 nm
Frequency
4,6 GHz
4,3 GHz
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
Adreno 840 1.2 GHz
Adreno 830
RAM
12 GB
12 GB
Type
RAM LPDDR5X
RAM LPDDR5X
Capacity
512 GB
256 GB
Type
UFS Storage 4.1
UFS Storage 4.0
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
Yes
N/A
Gravity sensor
N/A
Yes
RGB sensor
Yes
N/A
Hall sensor
Yes
N/A
Audio
Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res Audio, Stereo Speakers, 4 microphones
DTS / DTS X, Stereo Speakers, 3 microphones
Antutu Score
4379955
2710000
Antutu Version
Antutu v11
Antutu v10
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 99% of devices
Overall performance better than 98% of devices
Cooling system
Yes
Yes
Gaming buttons
No
No
Extras
5533mm² 3D ring-type cooling system
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

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

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

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.

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.
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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.

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.

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