Nubia NaviX Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy S23
The Nubia NaviX Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $845 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads — 92/100 vs 66/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia NaviX Ultra has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Nubia NaviX Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 1,656,761); the Samsung Galaxy S23 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 208g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia NaviX Ultra
Samsung Galaxy S23
What makes Nubia NaviX Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 1656761
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23 better?
- Lighter: 168g vs 208g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $845
- Better portability (83/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia NaviX Ultra vs the Samsung Galaxy S23, the Nubia NaviX Ultra scores 26 points higher (92/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads (98/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads (96/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads (85/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Nubia NaviX Ultra — 98/100, Samsung Galaxy S23 — 46/100; 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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (98/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (96/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (85/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Nubia NaviX Ultra (83/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia NaviX Ultra | Samsung Galaxy S23 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3950082 | 1656761 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 6.1" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 133 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 1750 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×75.7×7.6 mm | 157.8×76.2×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 208 g | 168 g | |
| Launch price | $845 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Nubia NaviX Ultra and Samsung Galaxy S23, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia NaviX Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy S23 by 138.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $46. Samsung Galaxy S23 was $46 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (98/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (96/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (85/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Nubia NaviX Ultra (83/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia NaviX Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 by 26 points (92/100 vs 66/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia NaviX Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 92/100, the Samsung Galaxy S23 — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia NaviX Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 67/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia NaviX Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra leads on performance (98/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Nubia NaviX Ultra over the Samsung Galaxy S23?
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 Samsung Galaxy S23 is a better fit for active users.