Nubia NaviX Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
The Nubia NaviX Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888; launch prices were $845 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads — 92/100 vs 47/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia NaviX Ultra has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 3300); the main camera is 200 MP vs 12 MP; the Nubia NaviX Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 1,135,878); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 is noticeably lighter (183g vs 208g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia NaviX Ultra
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
What makes Nubia NaviX Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 3300 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 10W
- Cheaper at launch: $845 vs $999
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 16/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 better?
- Lighter: 183g vs 208g
- Better portability (76/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia NaviX Ultra vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3, the Nubia NaviX Ultra scores 45 points higher (92/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads (98/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads (96/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads (85/100 vs 19/100). Value score: Nubia NaviX Ultra — 98/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 — 4/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (98/100 vs 64/100). 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 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (96/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (85/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 notably outperforms the Nubia NaviX Ultra (76/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia NaviX Ultra | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 3950082 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 2640x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 3300 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 15W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 10W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×75.7×7.6 mm | — | |
| Weight | 208 g | 183 g | |
| Launch price | $845 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2640x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
- 3300 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless: 10W
Overall performance score
We compared Nubia NaviX Ultra and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia NaviX Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 by 247.8% 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 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (98/100 vs 64/100).
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 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (96/100 vs 16/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (85/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 notably outperforms the Nubia NaviX Ultra (76/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia NaviX Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 by 45 points (92/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia NaviX Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 92/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 — 47/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia NaviX Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 16/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia NaviX Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra leads on performance (98/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Nubia NaviX Ultra over the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3?
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 Z Flip3 is a better fit for active users.