Nubia NaviX Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy S25
The Nubia NaviX Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $845 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads — 92/100 vs 65/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia NaviX Ultra has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Nubia NaviX Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 2,583,039); the Samsung Galaxy S25 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 208g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia NaviX Ultra
Samsung Galaxy S25
What makes Nubia NaviX Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 2583039
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3050
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 9600
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4000 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 89/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 better?
- Lighter: 162g vs 208g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $845
- Better portability (89/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia NaviX Ultra vs the Samsung Galaxy S25, the Nubia NaviX Ultra scores 27 points higher (92/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads (96/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads (85/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Nubia NaviX Ultra — 98/100, Samsung Galaxy S25 — 44/100; 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 89/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 (96/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 (85/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 significantly outperforms the Nubia NaviX Ultra (89/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia NaviX Ultra | Samsung Galaxy S25 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3950082 | 2583039 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 9600 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 15W | |
| 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 | 12GB | |
| Storage | 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×75.7×7.6 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 208 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $845 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy S25
- 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 S25
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy S25
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Nubia NaviX Ultra and Samsung Galaxy S25, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia NaviX Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy S25 by 52.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $46. Samsung Galaxy S25 was $46 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra is a bit better (98/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 (96/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 (85/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 significantly outperforms the Nubia NaviX Ultra (89/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia NaviX Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy S25?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 by 27 points (92/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia NaviX Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S25?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 92/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia NaviX Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy S25?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia NaviX Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy S25?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra leads on performance (98/100 vs 89/100).
Should you choose the Nubia NaviX Ultra over the Samsung Galaxy S25?
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 S25 is a better fit for gamers and power users.