Apple iPhone 17e vs Nubia Neo 5

The Apple iPhone 17e (2026) runs on the Apple A19, while the Nubia Neo 5 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T9300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17e leads — 38/100 vs 31/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Neo 5 has the bigger battery (6050 mAh vs 3600); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP.

The Apple iPhone 17e edges out the Nubia Neo 5 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17e
Performance 59
Display 0
Camera 29
Battery 4
Design 96
Value for money 69
Nubia Neo 5
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 51
Design 50
Value for money 55
What makes Apple iPhone 17e better?

  • Higher performance (59/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (29/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (96/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (69/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Nubia Neo 5 better?
  • Bigger battery: 6050 vs 3600 mAh
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 20W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 4/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Apple iPhone 17e vs the Nubia Neo 5, the Apple iPhone 17e scores 7 points higher (38/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e leads (59/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 leads (51/100 vs 4/100). In the "value for money" category, the Apple iPhone 17e leads (69/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (59/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia Neo 5 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17e and the Nubia Neo 5 are nearly equal (29/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (51/100 vs 4/100). In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (96/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Apple iPhone 17e is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100).

Apple iPhone 17e: The Apple iPhone 17e is a better fit for everyday use.
Nubia Neo 5: The Nubia Neo 5 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Apple iPhone 17e Nubia Neo 5
Processor Apple A19 Unisoc T9300
AnTuTu 2085000
Geekbench Single 3610
Geekbench Multi 8810
Display 6.1" OLED 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 2556x1179 900x1940
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 3600 mAh 6050 mAh
Charging 20W 45W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
Main camera 48 MP 50 MP
Front camera 24 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 256GB
OS iOS 19 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 1200 nits 1000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP64
Dimensions 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm
Weight 163 g
Price $599
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17e
  • Main: 48MP f/1.6
  • Front: 24MP
29
camera
Nubia Neo 5
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17e
  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 2556x1179
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Nubia Neo 5
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 900x1940
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17e
  • 3600 mAh
  • Wired: 20W
  • Wireless: 15W
4
battery
Nubia Neo 5
  • 6050 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Apple iPhone 17e
$599
Nubia Neo 5
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (59/100 vs 0/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17e and the Nubia Neo 5 are nearly equal (29/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (51/100 vs 4/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (96/100 vs 50/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Apple iPhone 17e is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100).

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

The Apple iPhone 17e edges out the Nubia Neo 5 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

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

The Apple iPhone 17e has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Nubia Neo 5 — 31/100.

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

The Apple iPhone 17e leads on performance (59/100 vs 0/100).

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

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