Nubia NaviX Ultra vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Nubia NaviX Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $845 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads — 92/100 vs 88/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 7100); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 3,950,082).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia NaviX Ultra
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes Nubia NaviX Ultra better?
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 208g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $845 vs $999
- Better camera (96/100 vs 87/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (59/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 3950082
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 7100 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia NaviX Ultra vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Nubia NaviX Ultra scores 4 points higher (92/100 vs 88/100). Value score: Nubia NaviX Ultra — 98/100, Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 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, both devices are on the same level — 98/100. In the "display" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra is a bit better (96/100 vs 87/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max and the Nubia NaviX Ultra are nearly equal (89/100 vs 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 | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3950082 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 512GB / 1TB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×75.7×7.6 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 208 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $845 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Nubia NaviX Ultra and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Nubia NaviX Ultra by 1.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $154. Nubia NaviX Ultra was $154 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 98/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra is a bit better (96/100 vs 87/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max and the Nubia NaviX Ultra are nearly equal (89/100 vs 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 Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra edges out the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nubia NaviX Ultra and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 92/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia NaviX Ultra or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 87/100).
Should you choose the Nubia NaviX Ultra over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
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 Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.