Nubia NaviX Ultra vs Vivo S50
The Nubia NaviX Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo S50 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3; launch prices were $845 and $390. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads — 92/100 vs 72/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia NaviX Ultra has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 6500); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Nubia NaviX Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 1,794,400).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia NaviX Ultra
Vivo S50
What makes Nubia NaviX Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 1794400
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1923
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5179
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 6500 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
What makes Vivo S50 better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 208g
- Cheaper at launch: $390 vs $845
- Better portability (66/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia NaviX Ultra vs the Vivo S50, the Nubia NaviX Ultra scores 20 points higher (92/100 vs 72/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads (98/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads (96/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads (85/100 vs 68/100). Value score: Nubia NaviX Ultra — 98/100, Vivo S50 — 74/100; 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 Vivo S50 (98/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo S50 (96/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo S50 (85/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S50 is a bit better (66/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia NaviX Ultra | Vivo S50 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 3950082 | 1794400 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1923 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 5179 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×75.7×7.6 mm | 157.5×74.3×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 208 g | 196 g | |
| Launch price | $845 | $390 |
Camera comparison
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo S50
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo S50
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Vivo S50
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Nubia NaviX Ultra and Vivo S50, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia NaviX Ultra leads Vivo S50 by 120.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $455. Vivo S50 was $455 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo S50 (98/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo S50 (96/100 vs 64/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo S50 (85/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo S50 is a bit better (66/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia NaviX Ultra or the Vivo S50?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo S50 by 20 points (92/100 vs 72/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia NaviX Ultra and the Vivo S50?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 92/100, the Vivo S50 — 72/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia NaviX Ultra or the Vivo S50?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 64/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia NaviX Ultra or the Vivo S50?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra leads on performance (98/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Nubia NaviX Ultra over the Vivo S50?
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 S50 is a better fit for active users.