Nubia NaviX Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
The Nubia NaviX Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $845 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads — 92/100 vs 70/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia NaviX Ultra has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4900); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Nubia NaviX Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 3,161,126); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is noticeably lighter (190g vs 208g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia NaviX Ultra
Samsung Galaxy S26+
What makes Nubia NaviX Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 3161126
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2900
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 9200
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4900 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $845 vs $999
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 208g
- Better portability (72/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia NaviX Ultra vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Nubia NaviX Ultra scores 22 points higher (92/100 vs 70/100). 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 54/100). Value score: Nubia NaviX Ultra — 98/100, Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 50/100; 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 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (96/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (85/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia NaviX Ultra | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 3950082 | 3161126 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 2900 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 9200 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 45W | |
| 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 | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| 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 | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $845 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 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 S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Nubia NaviX Ultra and Samsung Galaxy S26+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia NaviX Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy S26+ by 25.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $154. Nubia NaviX Ultra was $154 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 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (96/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (85/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia NaviX Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ by 22 points (92/100 vs 70/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia NaviX Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 92/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia NaviX Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
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 S26+?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra leads on performance (98/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Nubia NaviX Ultra over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
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 S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.