Nubia NaviX Ultra vs Xiaomi 17
The Nubia NaviX Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $845 and $709. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads — 92/100 vs 87/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia NaviX Ultra has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 7000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Nubia NaviX Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 3,248,535); the Xiaomi 17 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 208g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia NaviX Ultra
Xiaomi 17
What makes Nubia NaviX Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 3248535
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3566
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 10162
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 7000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 95/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 81/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Lighter: 191g vs 208g
- Cheaper at launch: $709 vs $845
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia NaviX Ultra vs the Xiaomi 17, the Nubia NaviX Ultra scores 5 points higher (92/100 vs 87/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads (96/100 vs 81/100). Value score: Nubia NaviX Ultra — 98/100, Xiaomi 17 — 88/100; 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 and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (98/100 vs 95/100). 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 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 (96/100 vs 81/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Nubia NaviX Ultra are nearly equal (87/100 vs 85/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Nubia NaviX Ultra are nearly equal (63/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia NaviX Ultra | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3950082 | 3248535 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| 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 | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×75.7×7.6 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 208 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $845 | $709 |
Camera comparison
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Nubia NaviX Ultra and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia NaviX Ultra leads Xiaomi 17 by 21.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $136. Xiaomi 17 was $136 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (98/100 vs 95/100).
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 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 (96/100 vs 81/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Nubia NaviX Ultra are nearly equal (87/100 vs 85/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 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 Xiaomi 17?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra edges out the Xiaomi 17 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nubia NaviX Ultra and the Xiaomi 17?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 92/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia NaviX Ultra or the Xiaomi 17?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 81/100).
Should you choose the Nubia NaviX Ultra over the Xiaomi 17?
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 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.