Nubia Air vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
The Nubia Air (2025) runs on the Unisoc T8300, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $199 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 80/100 vs 51/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,128,552 vs 639,225); the Nubia Air is noticeably lighter (172g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Air
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
What makes Nubia Air better?
- Lighter: 172g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $199 vs $1299
- Better portability (90/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3128552 vs 639225
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 2073
- Faster charging: 45W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 83/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia Air vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 29 points higher (80/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (56/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Nubia Air — 64/100, Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 70/100; 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 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (92/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (81/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Nubia Air significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (90/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia Air | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T8300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 639225 | 3128552 | |
| Geekbench Single | 880 | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2073 | 9760 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1224x2720 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 151 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| 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 | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 172 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $199 | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Nubia Air
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Nubia Air
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1224x2720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia Air
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 11:10 hrs, total 28:43 hrs
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Nubia Air and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads Nubia Air by 79.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1100. Nubia Air was $1100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (92/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (81/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nubia Air significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (90/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Air or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Air by 29 points (80/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia Air and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Nubia Air has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Air or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Air or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 47/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Air over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.