Nubia NaviX Ultra vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Nubia NaviX Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $845 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads — 92/100 vs 85/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia NaviX Ultra has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 6510); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is noticeably lighter (192g vs 208g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia NaviX Ultra
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Nubia NaviX Ultra better?
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 6510 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Cheaper at launch: $845 vs $970
- Better camera (96/100 vs 87/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 208g
- Better portability (63/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia NaviX Ultra vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Nubia NaviX Ultra scores 7 points higher (92/100 vs 85/100). Value score: Nubia NaviX Ultra — 98/100, Vivo X500 Pro — 82/100; 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 "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100. In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra is a bit better (96/100 vs 87/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra and the Vivo X500 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Nubia NaviX Ultra are nearly equal (63/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia NaviX Ultra | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 3950082 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×75.7×7.6 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 208 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $845 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $125. Nubia NaviX Ultra was $125 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra is a bit better (96/100 vs 87/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra and the Vivo X500 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro 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 X500 Pro?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra edges out the Vivo X500 Pro by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nubia NaviX Ultra and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 92/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia NaviX Ultra or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 87/100).
Should you choose the Nubia NaviX Ultra over the Vivo X500 Pro?
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 X500 Pro is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.