Huawei nova 10z vs Nubia Neo 5

Comparing the Huawei nova 10z (2022) and the Nubia Neo 5 (2026) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Neo 5 leads — 31/100 vs 18/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Neo 5 has the bigger battery (6050 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Nubia Neo 5 has NFC for contactless payments, the Huawei nova 10z doesn't.

The Nubia Neo 5 is noticeably better than the Huawei nova 10z — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei nova 10z
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 40
Battery 17
Design 76
Value for money 55
Nubia Neo 5
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 51
Design 50
Value for money 55
What makes Huawei nova 10z better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP

  • Better camera (40/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (76/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Nubia Neo 5 better?
  • Bigger battery: 6050 vs 4000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 40W

  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 17/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Huawei nova 10z vs the Nubia Neo 5, the Nubia Neo 5 scores 13 points higher (31/100 vs 18/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova 10z leads (40/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 leads (51/100 vs 17/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Nubia Neo 5 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova 10z is a bit better (40/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (51/100 vs 17/100). In the "design" category, the Huawei nova 10z notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (76/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Huawei nova 10z: The Huawei nova 10z is a better fit for everyday use.
Nubia Neo 5: The Nubia Neo 5 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Huawei nova 10z Nubia Neo 5
Processor Unisoc T9300
AnTuTu
Geekbench Single
Geekbench Multi
Display 6.6" IPS LCD 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2400 900x1940
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 4000 mAh 6050 mAh
Charging 40W 45W
Main camera 64 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 16 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB
OS HarmonyOS 2.0 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 1000 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP64
Dimensions 160.7×73.3×8.4 mm
Weight 179 g
Price
Camera comparison
Huawei nova 10z
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
40
camera
Nubia Neo 5
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Huawei nova 10z
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Nubia Neo 5
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 900x1940
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Huawei nova 10z
  • 4000 mAh
  • Wired: 40W
  • No wireless charging
17
battery
Nubia Neo 5
  • 6050 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Nubia Neo 5 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova 10z is a bit better (40/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (51/100 vs 17/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Huawei nova 10z notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (76/100 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 Huawei nova 10z or the Nubia Neo 5?

The Nubia Neo 5 is noticeably better than the Huawei nova 10z — the overall rating gap is 13 points.

What is the rating of the Huawei nova 10z and the Nubia Neo 5?

The Huawei nova 10z has a MobileRank rating of 18/100, the Nubia Neo 5 — 31/100.

Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova 10z or the Nubia Neo 5?

The Huawei nova 10z leads on camera score (40/100 vs 27/100).

Should you choose the Huawei nova 10z over the Nubia Neo 5?

The Huawei nova 10z is a better fit for everyday use. The Nubia Neo 5 is a better fit for everyday use.