Infinix Smart 9 vs Nubia Neo 5
The Infinix Smart 9 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81, 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 main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Nubia Neo 5 has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Smart 9 doesn't.
Infinix Smart 9
Nubia Neo 5
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 50/100)
- Bigger battery: 6050 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (27/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 36/100)
Comparing the Infinix Smart 9 vs the Nubia Neo 5, the Nubia Neo 5 scores 8 points higher (31/100 vs 23/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Neo 5 leads (27/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 leads (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Nubia Neo 5 notably outperforms the Infinix Smart 9 (27/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 notably outperforms the Infinix Smart 9 (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Infinix Smart 9 notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (65/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Infinix Smart 9 | Nubia Neo 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 | Unisoc T9300 | |
| AnTuTu | 358383 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 900x1940 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6050 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 (Go edition), XOS 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 165.7×77.1×8.4 mm | — | |
| Weight | 188 g | — | |
| Price | — | — |
Infinix Smart 9
- Main: 13MP f/f/1.9
- Front: 8MP
Nubia Neo 5
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Infinix Smart 9
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nubia Neo 5
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 900x1940
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Infinix Smart 9
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Nubia Neo 5
- 6050 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia Neo 5 notably outperforms the Infinix Smart 9 (27/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 notably outperforms the Infinix Smart 9 (51/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Infinix Smart 9 notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (65/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Infinix Smart 9 or the Nubia Neo 5?
The Nubia Neo 5 edges out the Infinix Smart 9 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Infinix Smart 9 and the Nubia Neo 5?
The Infinix Smart 9 has a MobileRank rating of 23/100, the Nubia Neo 5 — 31/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Smart 9 or the Nubia Neo 5?
The Nubia Neo 5 leads on camera score (27/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Smart 9 over the Nubia Neo 5?
The Infinix Smart 9 is a better fit for everyday use. The Nubia Neo 5 is a better fit for everyday use.