ASUS Zenfone 9 vs Nubia NaviX Ultra
The ASUS Zenfone 9 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, while the Nubia NaviX Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $699 and $845. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads — 92/100 vs 57/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia NaviX Ultra has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Nubia NaviX Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 1,640,834); the ASUS Zenfone 9 is noticeably lighter (169g vs 208g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS Zenfone 9
Nubia NaviX Ultra
What makes ASUS Zenfone 9 better?
- Lighter: 169g vs 208g
- Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $845
- Better portability (66/100 vs 59/100)
What makes Nubia NaviX Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 1640834
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1761
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4688
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 73/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 36/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS Zenfone 9 vs the Nubia NaviX Ultra, the Nubia NaviX Ultra scores 35 points higher (92/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads (98/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads (96/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads (85/100 vs 30/100). Value score: ASUS Zenfone 9 — 28/100, 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 Zenfone 9 (98/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 9 (96/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 9 (85/100 vs 30/100). In the "portability" category, the ASUS Zenfone 9 is a bit better (66/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS Zenfone 9 | Nubia NaviX Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1640834 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1761 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4688 | 11047 | |
| Display | 5.9" Super AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 / ZenUI | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 146.5×68.1×9.1 mm | 162.1×75.7×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 169 g | 208 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $845 |
Camera comparison
ASUS Zenfone 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
ASUS Zenfone 9
- 5.9" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS Zenfone 9
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS Zenfone 9 and Nubia NaviX Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia NaviX Ultra leads ASUS Zenfone 9 by 58.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $146. ASUS Zenfone 9 was $146 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra notably outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 9 (98/100 vs 73/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 9 (96/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 9 (85/100 vs 30/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ASUS Zenfone 9 is a bit better (66/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS Zenfone 9 or the Nubia NaviX Ultra?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 9 by 35 points (92/100 vs 57/100).
What is the rating of the ASUS Zenfone 9 and the Nubia NaviX Ultra?
The ASUS Zenfone 9 has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Nubia NaviX Ultra — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS Zenfone 9 or the Nubia NaviX Ultra?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS Zenfone 9 or the Nubia NaviX Ultra?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra leads on performance (98/100 vs 73/100).
Should you choose the ASUS Zenfone 9 over the Nubia NaviX Ultra?
The ASUS Zenfone 9 is a better fit for active 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.