ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE vs Nubia NaviX Ultra
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Nubia NaviX Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $899 and $845. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads — 92/100 vs 68/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia NaviX Ultra has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Nubia NaviX Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 2,486,941); the Nubia NaviX Ultra is noticeably lighter (208g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE
Nubia NaviX Ultra
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE better?
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 144Hz
- Overall rating 68/100
What makes Nubia NaviX Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 2486941
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 65W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Lighter: 208g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $845 vs $899
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 83/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (59/100 vs 34/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE vs the Nubia NaviX Ultra, the Nubia NaviX Ultra scores 24 points higher (92/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads (98/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads (96/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads (85/100 vs 66/100). Value score: ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE — 48/100, 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 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE (98/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE (96/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE (85/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE (59/100 vs 34/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE | Nubia NaviX Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2486941 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 / ROG UI | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×76.8×8.9 mm | 162.1×75.7×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 225 g | 208 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | $845 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE and Nubia NaviX Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia NaviX Ultra leads ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE by 37.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $54. Nubia NaviX Ultra was $54 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE (98/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE (96/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE (85/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE (59/100 vs 34/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE or the Nubia NaviX Ultra?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE by 24 points (92/100 vs 68/100).
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE and the Nubia NaviX Ultra?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Nubia NaviX Ultra — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE or the Nubia NaviX Ultra?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE or the Nubia NaviX Ultra?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra leads on performance (98/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE over the Nubia NaviX Ultra?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE is a better fit for gamers and power users. 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.