The Huawei Pura 80 Ultra has topped the DxOMark rankings, becoming the best camera phone of 2025 according to the laboratory’s experts. The device set a new benchmark for mobile photography quality, scoring a record-breaking 175 points overall. Here’s why this smartphone’s camera outperformed its competitors and what technologies put it in the lead.

Record-Breaking DxOMark Results
According to DxOMark’s tests, the Huawei Pura 80 Ultra achieved a total score of 175 points, including 180 points for photography — an all-time record. Experts highlighted the following camera advantages:

  • Color reproduction and detail: The device delivers accurate colors, natural skin tones, and stable white balance even in challenging lighting conditions. Its large 1-inch sensor with LOFIC technology and variable aperture (f/1.6–4.0) preserves details in both shadows and highlights.
  • Low-light performance: Thanks to its large sensor and advanced image processing, the smartphone excels in low-light conditions with minimal noise.
  • Portrait photography: Segmentation algorithms ensure smooth background blur while retaining fine details such as hair strands. In portrait quality, the Pura 80 Ultra came close to the Vivo X200 Ultra (second place) but offered more realistic processing.
  • Zoom: A unique dual telephoto system (3.7x and 9.4x optical zoom) maintains high detail and accurate colors even at 10x magnification, outperforming most flagships.

Video Recording: Among the Best
In the video category, the Huawei Pura 80 Ultra scored 166 points, sharing first place with the iPhone 16 Pro Max and OPPO Find X8 Ultra. Compared to its predecessor, the Pura 70 Ultra, its score improved by 10 points thanks to:

  • Improved stabilization: Highly efficient stabilization enables smooth footage even when shooting handheld or in motion.
  • Detail and noise reduction: The phone captures sharp frames with minimal noise, especially in 4K/30fps HDR Vivid mode.
  • Autofocus: Fast and accurate autofocus keeps subjects sharp in dynamic scenes.

Despite its leadership, the Pura 80 Ultra slightly trails the iPhone 16 Pro Max and OPPO Find X8 Ultra in the most extreme low-light conditions.

Camera Technical Specifications
The Huawei Pura 80 Ultra camera features cutting-edge technology:

  • Main module: 50 MP, 1-inch sensor with variable aperture f/1.6–4.0, TCG-HDR technology for a record 16-stop dynamic range.
  • Ultra-wide module: 40 MP, f/2.2, with autofocus.
  • Dual telephoto lenses: 50 MP (3.7x, 83 mm) and 12.5 MP (9.4x, 212 mm), delivering outstanding quality at high zoom levels.
  • Multispectral sensor: Enhances color accuracy in mixed lighting.
  • XMAGE: Huawei’s proprietary image processing system with AI algorithms for portrait enhancement and scene optimization.

These features, combined with powerful software, make the Pura 80 Ultra’s camera versatile for all shooting scenarios.

Context and Competition
The Huawei Pura 80 Ultra outperformed its closest competitors, including the OPPO Find X8 Ultra and Vivo X200 Ultra, as well as the iPhone 16 Pro Max (161 points, 5th place), Xiaomi 15 Ultra (159 points, 7th place), and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (151 points, 19th place). The smartphone’s success is attributed to innovations such as LOFIC and the dual telephoto system, providing flexibility and image quality.

Conclusion
The Huawei Pura 80 Ultra has set a new standard for mobile photography, becoming DxOMark’s best camera phone of 2025 with a record 175 points. Its exceptional photography capabilities — including precise color reproduction, low-light performance, and powerful zoom — are complemented by excellent video recording. With advanced technologies like a 1-inch sensor, variable aperture, and XMAGE AI algorithms, this smartphone raises the bar for flagship devices, making it an ideal choice for mobile photography and videography enthusiasts.