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 90/100 (a 2-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 faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 3,950,082); 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?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 3950082
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 3639
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 11047
- Lighter: 192g vs 208g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 98/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia NaviX Ultra vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Nubia NaviX Ultra scores 2 points higher (92/100 vs 90/100). Value score: Nubia NaviX Ultra — 98/100, Vivo X500 Pro — 92/100; 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 Vivo X500 Pro and the Nubia NaviX Ultra are nearly equal (100/100 vs 98/100). 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 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 13145 | |
| 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
Overall performance score
We compared Nubia NaviX Ultra and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Nubia NaviX Ultra by 21.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $125. Nubia NaviX Ultra was $125 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Nubia NaviX Ultra are nearly equal (100/100 vs 98/100).
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 2 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 — 90/100.
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 gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.