Nubia Air vs Vivo X300 Ultra
The Nubia Air (2025) runs on the Unisoc T8300, while the Vivo X300 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $199 and $950. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads — 91/100 vs 51/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Ultra has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,247,433 vs 639,225); the Nubia Air is noticeably lighter (172g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Air
Vivo X300 Ultra
What makes Nubia Air better?
- Lighter: 172g vs 230g
- Cheaper at launch: $199 vs $950
- Better portability (90/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4247433 vs 639225
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2073
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 83/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia Air vs the Vivo X300 Ultra, the Vivo X300 Ultra scores 40 points higher (91/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Nubia Air — 64/100, Vivo X300 Ultra — 94/100; 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 Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (99/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (96/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (85/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Nubia Air significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (90/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia Air | Vivo X300 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T8300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 639225 | 4247433 | |
| Geekbench Single | 880 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2073 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 1224x2720 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 170 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69K | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.2×76.6×6.7 mm | 163.0×76.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 172 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | $199 | $950 |
Camera comparison
Nubia Air
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Front: 20MP
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Nubia Air
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1224x2720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia Air
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:18 hrs, total 29:11 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Nubia Air and Vivo X300 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Ultra leads Nubia Air by 85.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $751. Nubia Air was $751 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (99/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (96/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (85/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nubia Air significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (90/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Air or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Air by 40 points (91/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia Air and the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Nubia Air has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Vivo X300 Ultra — 91/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Air or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Air or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 47/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Air over the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.