Nubia NaviX Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
The Nubia NaviX Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $845 and $1799. 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 4400); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Nubia NaviX Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 1,818,396); the Nubia NaviX Ultra is noticeably lighter (208g vs 253g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia NaviX Ultra
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
What makes Nubia NaviX Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 1818396
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Lighter: 208g vs 253g
- Cheaper at launch: $845 vs $1799
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (59/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 better?
- Overall rating 65/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia NaviX Ultra vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5, the Nubia NaviX Ultra scores 27 points higher (92/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads (98/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads (96/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads (85/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Nubia NaviX Ultra — 98/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 — 38/100; 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 Z Fold5 (98/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (94/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (96/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (85/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra is a bit better (59/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia NaviX Ultra | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3950082 | 1818396 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 2176x1812 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 4400 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 128 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IPX8 | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×75.7×7.6 mm | 154.9×129.9×6.1 mm | |
| Weight | 208 g | 253 g | |
| Launch price | $845 | $1799 |
Camera comparison
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
- 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2176x1812
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Nubia NaviX Ultra and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia NaviX Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 by 117.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $954. Nubia NaviX Ultra was $954 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (98/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (94/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (96/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (85/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra is a bit better (59/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia NaviX Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 by 27 points (92/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia NaviX Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 92/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia NaviX Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia NaviX Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra leads on performance (98/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Nubia NaviX Ultra over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
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 Fold5 is a better fit for active users.