Google Pixel 6a vs Nubia Neo 5

The Google Pixel 6a (2022) runs on the Google Tensor, while the Nubia Neo 5 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T9300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Neo 5 leads — 31/100 vs 27/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Neo 5 has the bigger battery (6050 mAh vs 4410); the main camera is 2 MP vs 50 MP.

The Nubia Neo 5 edges out the Google Pixel 6a by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 6a
Performance 3
Display 0
Camera 59
Battery 22
Design 77
Value for money 82
Nubia Neo 5
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 51
Design 50
Value for money 55
What makes Google Pixel 6a better?

  • Higher performance (3/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (59/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (82/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Nubia Neo 5 better?
  • Bigger battery: 6050 vs 4410 mAh
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 2MP

  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 22/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 6a vs the Nubia Neo 5, the Nubia Neo 5 scores 4 points higher (31/100 vs 27/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 6a leads (59/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 leads (51/100 vs 22/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 6a leads (82/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 6a and the Nubia Neo 5 are nearly equal (3/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia Neo 5 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 6a significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (59/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (51/100 vs 22/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 6a notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (77/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 6a notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (82/100 vs 55/100).

Google Pixel 6a: The Google Pixel 6a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Nubia Neo 5: The Nubia Neo 5 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 6a Nubia Neo 5
Processor Google Tensor Unisoc T9300
AnTuTu 921396
Geekbench Single 1050
Geekbench Multi 2800
Display 6.1" AMOLED 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2400 900x1940
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 4410 mAh 6050 mAh
Charging 18W 45W
DXOMark (camera) 122
Main camera 2 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 0 MP
Front camera 8 MP 16 MP
RAM 6GB 8GB
Storage 128GB 256GB
OS Android 12, upgradable to Android 13 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 1000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP67 IP64
Dimensions 152.2×71.8×8.9 mm
Weight 178 g
Price $400
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 6a
  • Main: 2MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 8MP
59
camera
Nubia Neo 5
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 6a
  • 6.1" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Nubia Neo 5
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 900x1940
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 6a
  • 4410 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
22
battery
Nubia Neo 5
  • 6050 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 6a
$400
Nubia Neo 5
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 6a and the Nubia Neo 5 are nearly equal (3/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Nubia Neo 5 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 6a significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (59/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (51/100 vs 22/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 6a notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (77/100 vs 50/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 6a notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (82/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 6a or the Nubia Neo 5?

The Nubia Neo 5 edges out the Google Pixel 6a by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 6a and the Nubia Neo 5?

The Google Pixel 6a has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Nubia Neo 5 — 31/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 6a or the Nubia Neo 5?

The Google Pixel 6a leads on camera score (59/100 vs 27/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 6a over the Nubia Neo 5?

The Google Pixel 6a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Nubia Neo 5 is a better fit for everyday use.