ASUS ROG Phone 9 vs Nubia NaviX Ultra
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Nubia NaviX Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $999 and $845. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads — 92/100 vs 71/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia NaviX Ultra has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5800); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Nubia NaviX Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 3,136,217); the Nubia NaviX Ultra is noticeably lighter (208g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 9
Nubia NaviX Ultra
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 9 better?
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 144Hz
- Overall rating 71/100
What makes Nubia NaviX Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 3136217
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3100
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 9900
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5800 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 65W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Lighter: 208g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $845 vs $999
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 92/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 67/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (59/100 vs 33/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS ROG Phone 9 vs the Nubia NaviX Ultra, the Nubia NaviX Ultra scores 21 points higher (92/100 vs 71/100). 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 67/100). Value score: ASUS ROG Phone 9 — 52/100, 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 92/100). 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 (96/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 (85/100 vs 67/100). In the "portability" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 (59/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 9 | Nubia NaviX Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3136217 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9900 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5800 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 | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 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 | 227 g | 208 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $845 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 9
- 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
- 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
- 5800 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS ROG Phone 9 and Nubia NaviX Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia NaviX Ultra leads ASUS ROG Phone 9 by 20.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $154. Nubia NaviX Ultra was $154 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra is a bit better (98/100 vs 92/100).
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 (96/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 (85/100 vs 67/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 (59/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 or the Nubia NaviX Ultra?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 by 21 points (92/100 vs 71/100).
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 9 and the Nubia NaviX Ultra?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Nubia NaviX Ultra — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 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 or the Nubia NaviX Ultra?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra leads on performance (98/100 vs 92/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 9 over the Nubia NaviX Ultra?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 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.