Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Nubia NaviX Ultra
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (2024) runs on the Apple A18 Pro, while the Nubia NaviX Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $1199 and $845. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads — 92/100 vs 77/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia NaviX Ultra has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4685); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Nubia NaviX Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 1,782,199); the Nubia NaviX Ultra is noticeably lighter (208g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
Nubia NaviX Ultra
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max better?
- Overall rating 77/100
What makes Nubia NaviX Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 1782199
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3400
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 8400
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4685 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Lighter: 208g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $845 vs $1199
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 85/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 89/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 47/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (59/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs the Nubia NaviX Ultra, the Nubia NaviX Ultra scores 15 points higher (92/100 vs 77/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads (98/100 vs 85/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads (85/100 vs 47/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max — 64/100, Nubia NaviX Ultra — 98/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra is a bit better (98/100 vs 85/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra is a bit better (96/100 vs 89/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (85/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (59/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max | Nubia NaviX Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1782199 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3400 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8400 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.9" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2868x1320 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4685 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 161 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×77.6×8.3 mm | 162.1×75.7×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 208 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $845 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- 6.9" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2868x1320
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- 4685 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and Nubia NaviX Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia NaviX Ultra leads Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max by 54.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $354. Nubia NaviX Ultra was $354 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra is a bit better (98/100 vs 85/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra is a bit better (96/100 vs 89/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (85/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (59/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the Nubia NaviX Ultra?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and the Nubia NaviX Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Nubia NaviX Ultra — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the Nubia NaviX Ultra?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 89/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the Nubia NaviX Ultra?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra leads on performance (98/100 vs 85/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max over the Nubia NaviX Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Nubia NaviX Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.