Nubia NaviX Ultra vs Sharp Aquos R9
The Nubia NaviX Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Sharp Aquos R9 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3; launch prices were $845 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads — 92/100 vs 68/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia NaviX Ultra has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Nubia NaviX Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 1,660,924); the Nubia NaviX Ultra is thinner (7.6mm vs 8.9mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia NaviX Ultra
Sharp Aquos R9
What makes Nubia NaviX Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 1660924
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1860
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5045
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 74/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 60/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 90/100)
- Better portability (59/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Sharp Aquos R9 better?
- Higher refresh rate: 240Hz vs 144Hz
- Lighter: 195g vs 208g
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $845
- Overall rating 68/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia NaviX Ultra vs the Sharp Aquos R9, the Nubia NaviX Ultra scores 24 points higher (92/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads (98/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads (96/100 vs 60/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads (85/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Nubia NaviX Ultra — 98/100, Sharp Aquos R9 — 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 notably outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 (98/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra and the Sharp Aquos R9 are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 (96/100 vs 60/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 (85/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra is a bit better (59/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia NaviX Ultra | Sharp Aquos R9 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 3950082 | 1660924 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1860 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 5045 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 6.5" PRO IGZO LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 240 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 512GB / 1TB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×75.7×7.6 mm | 156.0×75.0×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 208 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $845 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Sharp Aquos R9
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Sharp Aquos R9
- 6.5" PRO IGZO LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 240 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Sharp Aquos R9
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Nubia NaviX Ultra and Sharp Aquos R9, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia NaviX Ultra leads Sharp Aquos R9 by 137.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $246. Sharp Aquos R9 was $246 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra notably outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 (98/100 vs 74/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra and the Sharp Aquos R9 are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 (96/100 vs 60/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 (85/100 vs 52/100).
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 Sharp Aquos R9?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 by 24 points (92/100 vs 68/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia NaviX Ultra and the Sharp Aquos R9?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 92/100, the Sharp Aquos R9 — 68/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia NaviX Ultra or the Sharp Aquos R9?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 60/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia NaviX Ultra or the Sharp Aquos R9?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra leads on performance (98/100 vs 74/100).
Should you choose the Nubia NaviX Ultra over the Sharp Aquos R9?
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 Sharp Aquos R9 is a better fit for active users.