Infinix Note 12i vs Nubia Neo 5

The Infinix Note 12i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Nubia Neo 5 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T9300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Neo 5 leads — 31/100 vs 23/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Neo 5 has the bigger battery (6050 mAh vs 5000); the Nubia Neo 5 has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Note 12i doesn't.

The Nubia Neo 5 edges out the Infinix Note 12i by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Note 12i
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 24
Battery 39
Design 52
Value for money 55
Nubia Neo 5
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 51
Design 50
Value for money 55
What makes Infinix Note 12i better?

  • Better design/ergonomics (52/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Nubia Neo 5 better?
  • Bigger battery: 6050 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 33W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Better camera (27/100 vs 24/100)
  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 39/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Infinix Note 12i vs the Nubia Neo 5, the Nubia Neo 5 scores 8 points higher (31/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 leads (51/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Nubia Neo 5 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Neo 5 and the Infinix Note 12i are nearly equal (27/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 is a bit better (51/100 vs 39/100). In the "design" category, the Infinix Note 12i and the Nubia Neo 5 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Infinix Note 12i: The Infinix Note 12i is a better fit for everyday use.
Nubia Neo 5: The Nubia Neo 5 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Infinix Note 12i Nubia Neo 5
Processor MediaTek Helio G85 Unisoc T9300
AnTuTu 346495
Geekbench Single 420
Geekbench Multi 1364
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 720x1640 900x1940
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 6050 mAh
Charging 33W 45W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Front camera 8 MP 16 MP
RAM 4GB 8GB
Storage 128GB 256GB
OS Android 12 Snow Cone Android 16
Brightness (peak) 1000 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP64
Dimensions 170.7×77.4×8.3 mm
Weight 198 g
Price
Camera comparison
Infinix Note 12i
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Nubia Neo 5
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Infinix Note 12i
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1640
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Nubia Neo 5
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 900x1940
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Infinix Note 12i
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
39
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 Infinix Note 12i (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Nubia Neo 5 and the Infinix Note 12i are nearly equal (27/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 is a bit better (51/100 vs 39/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Infinix Note 12i and the Nubia Neo 5 are nearly equal (52/100 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 Infinix Note 12i or the Nubia Neo 5?

The Nubia Neo 5 edges out the Infinix Note 12i by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Infinix Note 12i and the Nubia Neo 5?

The Infinix Note 12i has a MobileRank rating of 23/100, the Nubia Neo 5 — 31/100.

Should you choose the Infinix Note 12i over the Nubia Neo 5?

The Infinix Note 12i is a better fit for everyday use. The Nubia Neo 5 is a better fit for everyday use.