Nokia 8 vs Nubia NaviX Ultra
The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, 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 29/100 (a 63-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia NaviX Ultra has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 13 MP vs 200 MP; the Nubia NaviX Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 208g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8
Nubia NaviX Ultra
What makes Nokia 8 better?
- Lighter: 160g vs 208g
- Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $845
- Better portability (84/100 vs 59/100)
What makes Nubia NaviX Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 438016
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 427
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1500
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 3090 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the Nubia NaviX Ultra, the Nubia NaviX Ultra scores 63 points higher (92/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads (98/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads (96/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads (85/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Nokia 8 — 0/100, 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 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (98/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (94/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (96/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (85/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Nubia NaviX Ultra (84/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia 8 | Nubia NaviX Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 438016 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 427 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1500 | 11047 | |
| Display | 5.3" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2560x1440 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3090 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 7.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm | 162.1×75.7×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 160 g | 208 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $845 |
Camera comparison
Nokia 8
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 13MP
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Nokia 8
- 5.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2560x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia 8
- 3090 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia 8 and Nubia NaviX Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia NaviX Ultra leads Nokia 8 by 88.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $146. Nokia 8 was $146 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (98/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (94/100 vs 52/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (96/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (85/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Nubia NaviX Ultra (84/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the Nubia NaviX Ultra?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 63 points (92/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the Nubia NaviX Ultra?
The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Nubia NaviX Ultra — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8 or the Nubia NaviX Ultra?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8 or the Nubia NaviX Ultra?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra leads on performance (98/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the 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.