Nubia Air vs Nubia NaviX Ultra
The Nubia Air (2025) runs on the Unisoc T8300, while the Nubia NaviX Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $199 and $845. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads — 92/100 vs 51/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia NaviX Ultra has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Nubia NaviX Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 639,225); the Nubia Air is noticeably lighter (172g vs 208g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Air
Nubia NaviX Ultra
What makes Nubia Air better?
- Lighter: 172g vs 208g
- Cheaper at launch: $199 vs $845
- Better portability (90/100 vs 59/100)
What makes Nubia NaviX Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 639225
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2073
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 83/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia Air vs the Nubia NaviX Ultra, the Nubia NaviX Ultra scores 41 points higher (92/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads (98/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads (96/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads (85/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Nubia Air — 64/100, 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 Nubia Air (98/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (96/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (85/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Nubia Air significantly outperforms the Nubia NaviX Ultra (90/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia Air | Nubia NaviX Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T8300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 639225 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 880 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2073 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 1224x2720 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69K | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.2×76.6×6.7 mm | 162.1×75.7×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 172 g | 208 g | |
| Launch price | $199 | $845 |
Camera comparison
Nubia Air
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Front: 20MP
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Nubia Air
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1224x2720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia Air
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Nubia Air and Nubia NaviX Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia NaviX Ultra leads Nubia Air by 83.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $646. Nubia Air was $646 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (98/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (96/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (85/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nubia Air significantly outperforms the Nubia NaviX Ultra (90/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Air or the Nubia NaviX Ultra?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Air by 41 points (92/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia Air and the Nubia NaviX Ultra?
The Nubia Air has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Nubia NaviX Ultra — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Air or the Nubia NaviX Ultra?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Air or the Nubia NaviX Ultra?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra leads on performance (98/100 vs 47/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Air 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.