Nubia NaviX Ultra vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Nubia NaviX Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $845 and $469. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads — 92/100 vs 71/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 7100); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Nubia NaviX Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 2,604,459).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia NaviX Ultra
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes Nubia NaviX Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 2604459
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3293
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 10243
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 208g vs 218g
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 77/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (59/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 7100 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Cheaper at launch: $469 vs $845
- Overall rating 71/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia NaviX Ultra vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Nubia NaviX Ultra scores 21 points higher (92/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads (96/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Nubia NaviX Ultra — 98/100, Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100; 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 Nubia NaviX Ultra is a bit better (98/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (96/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra is a bit better (85/100 vs 77/100). In the "portability" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra is a bit better (59/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia NaviX Ultra | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3950082 | 2604459 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×75.7×7.6 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 208 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $845 | $469 |
Camera comparison
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Nubia NaviX Ultra and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia NaviX Ultra leads Poco X8 Pro Max by 51.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $376. Poco X8 Pro Max was $376 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra is a bit better (98/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (96/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra is a bit better (85/100 vs 77/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra is a bit better (59/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia NaviX Ultra or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max by 21 points (92/100 vs 71/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia NaviX Ultra and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 92/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia NaviX Ultra or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia NaviX Ultra or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra leads on performance (98/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Nubia NaviX Ultra over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.