Nubia Air vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
The Nubia Air (2025) runs on the Unisoc T8300, while the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $182 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 51/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,030,376 vs 639,225); the Nubia Air is noticeably lighter (172g vs 225g).
Nubia Air
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Lighter: 172g vs 225g
- Cheaper: $182 vs $999
- Better portability (90/100 vs 29/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3030376 vs 639225
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10200 vs 2073
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 83/100)
Comparing the Nubia Air vs the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 34 points higher (85/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (92/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (87/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (80/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Nubia Air significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (90/100 vs 29/100).
| Specification | Nubia Air | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T8300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 639225 | 3030376 | |
| Geekbench Single | 880 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2073 | 10200 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1224x2720 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.2×76.6×6.7 mm | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 172 g | 225 g | |
| Price | $182 | $999 |
Nubia Air
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Nubia Air
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1224x2720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nubia Air
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:19 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Nubia Air and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads Nubia Air by 78.9% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $817. Nubia Air is cheaper by $817.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (92/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (87/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (80/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nubia Air significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (90/100 vs 29/100).
Which is better: the Nubia Air or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Air by 34 points (85/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia Air and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Nubia Air has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Air or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Air or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 47/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Air over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Nubia Air is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.