Apple iPhone 17 vs Nubia Neo 5

The Apple iPhone 17 (2025) runs on the Apple A19, while the Nubia Neo 5 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T9300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17 leads — 55/100 vs 31/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Neo 5 has the bigger battery (6050 mAh vs 3692); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP.

The Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 by 24 points (55/100 vs 31/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17
Performance 64
Display 100
Camera 43
Battery 13
Design 78
Value for money 55
Nubia Neo 5
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 51
Design 50
Value for money 55
What makes Apple iPhone 17 better?

  • Higher performance (64/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (43/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (78/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Nubia Neo 5 better?
  • Bigger battery: 6050 vs 3692 mAh
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 40W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP

  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 13/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 vs the Nubia Neo 5, the Apple iPhone 17 scores 24 points higher (55/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 leads (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 leads (43/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 leads (51/100 vs 13/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (43/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (51/100 vs 13/100). In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (78/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Apple iPhone 17: The Apple iPhone 17 is a better fit for active users.
Nubia Neo 5: The Nubia Neo 5 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Apple iPhone 17 Nubia Neo 5
Processor Apple A19 Unisoc T9300
AnTuTu 2450000
Geekbench Single 3608
Geekbench Multi 8810
Display 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 2622x1206 900x1940
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 3692 mAh 6050 mAh
Charging 40W 45W
Wireless charging 25W 0W
Main camera 48 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 48 MP 0 MP
Front camera 12 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB
OS iOS 26 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3000 nits 1000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP64
Dimensions 149.6×71.5×8.0 mm
Weight 177 g
Price $799
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Front: 12MP
43
camera
Nubia Neo 5
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17
  • 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
  • Resolution: 2622x1206
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Nubia Neo 5
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 900x1940
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17
  • 3692 mAh
  • Wired: 40W
  • Wireless: 25W
13
battery
Nubia Neo 5
  • 6050 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Apple iPhone 17
$799
Nubia Neo 5
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (64/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (43/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (51/100 vs 13/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (78/100 vs 50/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Nubia Neo 5?

The Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 by 24 points (55/100 vs 31/100).

What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 and the Nubia Neo 5?

The Apple iPhone 17 has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Nubia Neo 5 — 31/100.

Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Nubia Neo 5?

The Apple iPhone 17 leads on camera score (43/100 vs 27/100).

Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Nubia Neo 5?

The Apple iPhone 17 leads on performance (64/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 over the Nubia Neo 5?

The Apple iPhone 17 is a better fit for active users. The Nubia Neo 5 is a better fit for everyday use.