Nubia Air vs Samsung Galaxy S25+
The Nubia Air (2025) runs on the Unisoc T8300, while the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $199 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads — 71/100 vs 51/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Air has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4900); the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,219,688 vs 639,225); the Nubia Air is noticeably lighter (172g vs 190g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Air
Samsung Galaxy S25+
What makes Nubia Air better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4900 mAh
- Lighter: 172g vs 190g
- Cheaper at launch: $199 vs $999
- Better portability (90/100 vs 72/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3219688 vs 639225
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9700 vs 2073
- Faster charging: 45W vs 33W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 83/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia Air vs the Samsung Galaxy S25+, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ scores 20 points higher (71/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads (92/100 vs 47/100). Value score: Nubia Air — 64/100, Samsung Galaxy S25+ — 52/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy S25+ significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (92/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Nubia Air notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (90/100 vs 72/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia Air | Samsung Galaxy S25+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T8300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 639225 | 3219688 | |
| Geekbench Single | 880 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2073 | 9700 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1224x2720 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69K | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.2×76.6×6.7 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 172 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $199 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Nubia Air
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Nubia Air
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1224x2720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia Air
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Nubia Air and Samsung Galaxy S25+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads Nubia Air by 80.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $800. Nubia Air was $800 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (92/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nubia Air notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (90/100 vs 72/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Air or the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ significantly outperforms the Nubia Air by 20 points (71/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia Air and the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Nubia Air has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Air or the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads on camera score (40/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Air or the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads on performance (92/100 vs 47/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Air over the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.