Google Pixel 9 vs Nubia NaviX Ultra
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Nubia NaviX Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $799 and $845. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads — 92/100 vs 69/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia NaviX Ultra has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4700); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Nubia NaviX Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 1,561,427).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9
Nubia NaviX Ultra
What makes Google Pixel 9 better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 208g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $845
- Overall rating 69/100
What makes Nubia NaviX Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 1561427
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1850
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4900
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 73/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (59/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Nubia NaviX Ultra, the Nubia NaviX Ultra scores 23 points higher (92/100 vs 69/100). 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 75/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads (85/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Google Pixel 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 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (98/100 vs 73/100). 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 9 (96/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (85/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (59/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Nubia NaviX Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 143 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 162.1×75.7×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 208 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $845 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Nubia NaviX Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia NaviX Ultra leads Google Pixel 9 by 60.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $46. Google Pixel 9 was $46 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (98/100 vs 73/100).
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 9 (96/100 vs 75/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (85/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (59/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Nubia NaviX Ultra?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 by 23 points (92/100 vs 69/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Nubia NaviX Ultra?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Nubia NaviX Ultra — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Nubia NaviX Ultra?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 75/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Nubia NaviX Ultra?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra leads on performance (98/100 vs 73/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Nubia NaviX Ultra?
The Google Pixel 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.