Nubia NaviX Ultra vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Nubia NaviX Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $845 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads — 92/100 vs 86/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia NaviX Ultra has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 7000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Nubia NaviX Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 3,758,268).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia NaviX Ultra
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Nubia NaviX Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 3758268
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 9287
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 7000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Lighter: 208g vs 215g
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 94/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (59/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $845
- Better display (99/100 vs 94/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia NaviX Ultra vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Nubia NaviX Ultra scores 6 points higher (92/100 vs 86/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads (96/100 vs 78/100). Value score: Nubia NaviX Ultra — 98/100, Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100; 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 and the Vivo iQOO 15 are nearly equal (98/100 vs 94/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (99/100 vs 94/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (96/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100. In the "portability" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra is a bit better (59/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia NaviX Ultra | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3950082 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×75.7×7.6 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 208 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $845 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Nubia NaviX Ultra and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia NaviX Ultra leads Vivo iQOO 15 by 5.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $246. Vivo iQOO 15 was $246 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra and the Vivo iQOO 15 are nearly equal (98/100 vs 94/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (99/100 vs 94/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (96/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra is a bit better (59/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia NaviX Ultra or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra edges out the Vivo iQOO 15 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nubia NaviX Ultra and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 92/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia NaviX Ultra or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 78/100).
Should you choose the Nubia NaviX Ultra over the Vivo iQOO 15?
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 Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.