Google Pixel 8 vs Nubia NaviX Ultra

The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, 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 68/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia NaviX Ultra has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4575); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Nubia NaviX Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 1,443,431); the Google Pixel 8 is noticeably lighter (187g vs 208g).

The Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 by 24 points (92/100 vs 68/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Google Pixel 8

Performance 70
Display 82
Camera 79
Battery 44
Portability 57
Value for money 50

Nubia NaviX Ultra

Performance 98
Display 94
Camera 96
Battery 85
Portability 59
Value for money 98

What makes Google Pixel 8 better?

  • Lighter: 187g vs 208g
  • Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $845

  • Overall rating 68/100

What makes Nubia NaviX Ultra better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 1443431
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1722
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4458
  • Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4575 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 27W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 18W

  • Higher performance (98/100 vs 70/100)
  • Better camera (96/100 vs 79/100)
  • Longer battery life (85/100 vs 44/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
  • Better portability (59/100 vs 57/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 8 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 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads (96/100 vs 79/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads (85/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8 — 50/100, 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 Google Pixel 8 (98/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (96/100 vs 79/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (85/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra and the Google Pixel 8 are nearly equal (59/100 vs 57/100).

Google Pixel 8: The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for active users.
Nubia NaviX Ultra: 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.

Specs comparison

Specification Google Pixel 8 Nubia NaviX Ultra
Processor Google Tensor G3 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 1443431 3950082
Geekbench Single 1722 3639
Geekbench Multi 4458 11047
Display 6.2" OLED 6.8" LTPO OLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1260x2800
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 4575 mAh 7100 mAh
Charging 27W 90W
Wireless charging 18W 50W
DXOMark (camera) 148 —
Main camera 50 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 64 MP
Front camera 10 MP 32 MP
RAM 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 14 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits 4500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 —
Dimensions 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm 162.1×75.7×7.6 mm
Weight 187 g 208 g
Launch price $699 $845

Camera comparison

Google Pixel 8

  • Main: 50MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 10MP
79
camera

Nubia NaviX Ultra

  • Main: 200MP f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 64MP
  • Front: 32MP
96
camera

Display comparison

Google Pixel 8

  • 6.2" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
82
display

Nubia NaviX Ultra

  • 6.8" LTPO OLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
94
display

Battery and charging

Google Pixel 8

  • 4575 mAh
  • Wired: 27W
  • Wireless: 18W
44
battery

Nubia NaviX Ultra

  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 50W
85
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 8 and Nubia NaviX Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 8 Google Tensor G3
68/100
1443431 AnTuTu
Nubia NaviX Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
92/100 +63.5%
3950082 AnTuTu

Nubia NaviX Ultra leads Google Pixel 8 by 63.5% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Google Pixel 8

$699

Nubia NaviX Ultra

$845

Launch price difference: $146. Google Pixel 8 was $146 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (98/100 vs 70/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (96/100 vs 79/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (85/100 vs 44/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra and the Google Pixel 8 are nearly equal (59/100 vs 57/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 or the Nubia NaviX Ultra?

The Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 by 24 points (92/100 vs 68/100).

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Nubia NaviX Ultra?

The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Nubia NaviX Ultra — 92/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8 or the Nubia NaviX Ultra?

The Nubia NaviX Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 79/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8 or the Nubia NaviX Ultra?

The Nubia NaviX Ultra leads on performance (98/100 vs 70/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Nubia NaviX Ultra?

The Google Pixel 8 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.