{
    "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/compare/xiaomi-poco-c81-pro-vs-zte-nubia-focus-pro-5g/",
    "generated": "2026-08-11T01:18:47+00:00",
    "source": "WhatMobilePK.com",
    "currency": "PKR",
    "headline": "Xiaomi Poco C81 Pro vs ZTE Nubia Focus Pro 5G",
    "answer": "The ZTE Nubia Focus Pro 5G is the stronger phone of the two, scoring 69 against 62 on our combined specification score. It leads on performance, camera and memory & storage. The Xiaomi Poco C81 Pro still wins on battery & charging, so it remains the better choice if that is your priority.",
    "phones": [
        {
            "name": "Xiaomi Poco C81 Pro",
            "slug": "xiaomi-poco-c81-pro",
            "brand": "Poco",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/poco/xiaomi-poco-c81-pro/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/ChatGPT-Image-Feb-18-2026-10_26_00-AM-683x1024.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 43999,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2026-02-18T05:28:32+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 33,
                "camera": 79,
                "battery": 73.8,
                "display": 87,
                "memory": 25,
                "value": 90.2,
                "overall": 62.4
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "Around mid-2026",
                    "Water resistance": "No official IP certification"
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.9 inches",
                    "Resolution": "720 × 1600 pixels (~254 ppi)",
                    "Panel type": "IPS LCD Capacitive Touchscreen 120 Hz"
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "Unisoc T7250 (4G)",
                    "CPU": "Octa-Core",
                    "GPU": "Mali-G57 MP1",
                    "Operating system": "Android 15 OS"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "4 GB",
                    "Internal storage": "64 GB / 128 GB",
                    "Card slot": "microSDXC (dedicated slot)"
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "Dual camera setup: • Primary: 50 MP • Auxiliary lens LED Flash",
                    "Selfie camera": "13 MP",
                    "Video recording": "1080p @30fps"
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "Non-removable Li-Po 6000 mAh",
                    "Wired charging": "15W"
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM",
                    "Wi-Fi": "Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band",
                    "Bluetooth": "v5.4 with A2DP, LE",
                    "NFC": "Yes",
                    "Sensors": "Side-mounted Fingerprint Sensor Accelerometer Compass (Magnetometer) Proximity Sensor (virtual)",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C 2.0, OTG"
                }
            }
        },
        {
            "name": "ZTE Nubia Focus Pro 5G",
            "slug": "zte-nubia-focus-pro-5g",
            "brand": "Nubia",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/nubia/zte-nubia-focus-pro-5g/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/ChatGPT-Image-May-3-2026-10_23_58-AM-1-1024x683.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 43999,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2026-05-03T05:33:23+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 37.8,
                "camera": 86,
                "battery": 66.6,
                "display": 87,
                "memory": 62.5,
                "value": 100,
                "overall": 69.2
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "March 2024",
                    "Dimensions": "166 x 76.1 x 8.5 mm",
                    "Weight": "190 g",
                    "Water resistance": "No official IP rating"
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.72 inches",
                    "Resolution": "1080 x 2400 pixels (FHD+)",
                    "Panel type": "IPS LCD, 120Hz refresh rate",
                    "Protection": "basic scratch-resistant glass"
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "Unisoc T760 (6nm)",
                    "CPU": "Octa-core",
                    "GPU": "Mali-G57",
                    "Operating system": "Android 13"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "8GB / 12GB",
                    "Internal storage": "256GB",
                    "Card slot": "Yes (microSD card support)"
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "108 MP, wide Depth / AI lens LED flash, HDR, panorama",
                    "Selfie camera": "32 MP",
                    "Video recording": "LED flash, HDR, panorama"
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "Li-Po (non-removable) 5000 mAh",
                    "Wired charging": "33W fast charging"
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual standby)",
                    "Wi-Fi": "Yes",
                    "Bluetooth": "Yes",
                    "NFC": "No",
                    "Sensors": "Fingerprint: Side-mounted Accelerometer, proximity, compass",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C"
                }
            }
        }
    ],
    "verdict": {
        "winner": "zte-nubia-focus-pro-5g",
        "margin": 6.8,
        "decisive": true,
        "categories": [
            {
                "category": "performance",
                "label": "Performance",
                "weight": 25,
                "basis": "Gaming score where available, otherwise chipset tier plus usable RAM.",
                "scores": {
                    "xiaomi-poco-c81-pro": 33,
                    "zte-nubia-focus-pro-5g": 37.8
                },
                "leader": "zte-nubia-focus-pro-5g"
            },
            {
                "category": "camera",
                "label": "Camera",
                "weight": 20,
                "basis": "Camera Score where available, otherwise sensor resolution and lens count. Megapixels alone do not measure image quality.",
                "scores": {
                    "xiaomi-poco-c81-pro": 79,
                    "zte-nubia-focus-pro-5g": 86
                },
                "leader": "zte-nubia-focus-pro-5g"
            },
            {
                "category": "battery",
                "label": "Battery & charging",
                "weight": 18,
                "basis": "Cell capacity in mAh weighted with rated wired charging output.",
                "scores": {
                    "xiaomi-poco-c81-pro": 73.8,
                    "zte-nubia-focus-pro-5g": 66.6
                },
                "leader": "xiaomi-poco-c81-pro"
            },
            {
                "category": "display",
                "label": "Display",
                "weight": 15,
                "basis": "Pixel density, refresh rate and panel technology.",
                "scores": {
                    "xiaomi-poco-c81-pro": 87,
                    "zte-nubia-focus-pro-5g": 87
                },
                "leader": null
            },
            {
                "category": "memory",
                "label": "Memory & storage",
                "weight": 12,
                "basis": "Highest advertised RAM and internal storage configuration.",
                "scores": {
                    "xiaomi-poco-c81-pro": 25,
                    "zte-nubia-focus-pro-5g": 62.5
                },
                "leader": "zte-nubia-focus-pro-5g"
            },
            {
                "category": "value",
                "label": "Value for money",
                "weight": 10,
                "basis": "Combined spec score divided by current Pakistani retail price.",
                "scores": {
                    "xiaomi-poco-c81-pro": 90.2,
                    "zte-nubia-focus-pro-5g": 100
                },
                "leader": "zte-nubia-focus-pro-5g"
            }
        ],
        "unscored": []
    },
    "differences": [
        "Xiaomi Poco C81 Pro packs a 1,000 mAh larger battery.",
        "ZTE Nubia Focus Pro 5G charges 18W faster.",
        "ZTE Nubia Focus Pro 5G offers 8 GB more RAM.",
        "ZTE Nubia Focus Pro 5G ships with 128 GB more storage.",
        "ZTE Nubia Focus Pro 5G has a 58 MP higher-resolution main sensor."
    ],
    "faq": [
        {
            "question": "Which is better, Xiaomi Poco C81 Pro or ZTE Nubia Focus Pro 5G?",
            "answer": "ZTE Nubia Focus Pro 5G comes out ahead on our combined spec score, leading by 6.8 points. It wins on performance, camera, memory & storage and value for money. Xiaomi Poco C81 Pro can still be the better buy if your priorities sit elsewhere or if you find it at a lower street price."
        },
        {
            "question": "What is the price of Xiaomi Poco C81 Pro and ZTE Nubia Focus Pro 5G in Pakistan?",
            "answer": "Xiaomi Poco C81 Pro is listed at PKR 43,999 and ZTE Nubia Focus Pro 5G at PKR 43,999. That makes ZTE Nubia Focus Pro 5G cheaper by PKR 0. Retail prices move often, so treat these as indicative."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which has the better camera, Xiaomi Poco C81 Pro or ZTE Nubia Focus Pro 5G?",
            "answer": "ZTE Nubia Focus Pro 5G scores higher in our camera assessment. Xiaomi Poco C81 Pro uses a 50 MP main sensor against 108 MP on ZTE Nubia Focus Pro 5G, though sensor size and processing matter more than resolution alone."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which phone has the better battery, Xiaomi Poco C81 Pro or ZTE Nubia Focus Pro 5G?",
            "answer": "Xiaomi Poco C81 Pro leads on battery. Xiaomi Poco C81 Pro carries a 6000 mAh cell and ZTE Nubia Focus Pro 5G a 5000 mAh cell, with 15W and 33W wired charging respectively."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which is better for gaming, Xiaomi Poco C81 Pro or ZTE Nubia Focus Pro 5G?",
            "answer": "ZTE Nubia Focus Pro 5G is the stronger gaming phone here. Xiaomi Poco C81 Pro runs the Unisoc T7250 (4G) while ZTE Nubia Focus Pro 5G runs the Unisoc T760 (6nm)."
        }
    ],
    "methodology": "Category scores are derived from published hardware specifications using one formula applied to every device. Categories without sufficient published data are excluded from the total rather than estimated. No paid placement, no editorial weighting.",
    "license": "Facts may be quoted with attribution to WhatMobilePK.com (https://whatmobilepk.com/)."
}