Nubia Air vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Nubia Air (2025) runs on the Unisoc T8300, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $182 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 34/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,515,964 vs 639,225); the Nubia Air is noticeably lighter (172g vs 214g).
Nubia Air
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Lighter: 172g vs 214g
- Cheaper: $182 vs $1299
- Better design/ergonomics (85/100 vs 32/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 20/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3515964 vs 639225
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 2073
- Faster charging: 60W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 39/100)
Comparing the Nubia Air vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 41 points higher (75/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (51/100 vs 39/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Air leads (97/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (86/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 39/100). In the "design" category, the Nubia Air significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (85/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Air significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (97/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Nubia Air | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T8300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 639225 | 3515964 | |
| Geekbench Single | 880 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2073 | 10686 | |
| 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 | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 157 | |
| 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 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.2×76.6×6.7 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 172 g | 214 g | |
| Price | $182 | $1299 |
Nubia Air
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Nubia Air
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1224x2720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nubia Air
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
We compared Nubia Air and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Nubia Air by 81.8% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1117. Nubia Air is cheaper by $1117.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (84/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (86/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 39/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nubia Air significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (85/100 vs 32/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Air significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (97/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Nubia Air or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Air by 41 points (75/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia Air and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Nubia Air has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Air or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Air or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (84/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Air over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Nubia Air is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.