Nubia NaviX Ultra vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)
The Nubia NaviX Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads — 92/100 vs 58/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia NaviX Ultra has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Nubia NaviX Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 1,027,925).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia NaviX Ultra
Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)
What makes Nubia NaviX Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 1027925
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1131
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3111
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 59/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) better?
- Lighter: 194g vs 208g
- Better portability (63/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia NaviX Ultra vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China), the Nubia NaviX Ultra scores 34 points higher (92/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads (98/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads (96/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads (85/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) (98/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100. In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) (96/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) (85/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) and the Nubia NaviX Ultra are nearly equal (63/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia NaviX Ultra | Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 3950082 | 1027925 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1131 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 3111 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14, OriginOS 4 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×75.7×7.6 mm | 163.7×75.9×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 208 g | 194 g | |
| Launch price | $845 | — |
Camera comparison
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Nubia NaviX Ultra and Vivo iQOO Z9 (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia NaviX Ultra leads Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) by 284.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) (98/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) (96/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) (85/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) and the Nubia NaviX Ultra are nearly equal (63/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia NaviX Ultra or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) by 34 points (92/100 vs 58/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia NaviX Ultra and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 92/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) — 58/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia NaviX Ultra or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia NaviX Ultra or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra leads on performance (98/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the Nubia NaviX Ultra over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)?
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.