Nubia NaviX Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Nubia NaviX Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $845 and $1999. 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 4800); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Nubia NaviX Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 2,814,251).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia NaviX Ultra
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
What makes Nubia NaviX Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 2814251
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Lighter: 208g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $845 vs $1999
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 93/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 50/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (59/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Overall rating 70/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia NaviX Ultra vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, 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 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads (85/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Nubia NaviX Ultra — 98/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 48/100; 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 93/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (96/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (85/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (59/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia NaviX Ultra | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3950082 | 2814251 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 1968x2184 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×75.7×7.6 mm | — | |
| Weight | 208 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $845 | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Nubia NaviX Ultra and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia NaviX Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 by 40.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1154. Nubia NaviX Ultra was $1154 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra is a bit better (98/100 vs 93/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (96/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (85/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (59/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia NaviX Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 by 22 points (92/100 vs 70/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia NaviX Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 92/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia NaviX Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 50/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia NaviX Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra leads on performance (98/100 vs 93/100).
Should you choose the Nubia NaviX Ultra over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
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 Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.