Nothing Phone (2a) vs Nubia Neo 5

The Nothing Phone (2a) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro, while the Nubia Neo 5 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T9300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nothing Phone (2a) leads — 40/100 vs 31/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Neo 5 has the bigger battery (6050 mAh vs 5000).

The Nothing Phone (2a) edges out the Nubia Neo 5 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (2a)
Performance 4
Display 100
Camera 54
Battery 42
Design 62
Value for money 86
Nubia Neo 5
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 51
Design 50
Value for money 55
What makes Nothing Phone (2a) better?

  • Higher performance (4/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (54/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (86/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Nubia Neo 5 better?
  • Bigger battery: 6050 vs 5000 mAh

  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nothing Phone (2a) vs the Nubia Neo 5, the Nothing Phone (2a) scores 9 points higher (40/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) leads (54/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) leads (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) and the Nubia Neo 5 are nearly equal (4/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (54/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 is a bit better (51/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (86/100 vs 55/100).

Nothing Phone (2a): The Nothing Phone (2a) 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 Nothing Phone (2a) Nubia Neo 5
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro Unisoc T9300
AnTuTu 985261
Geekbench Single 1100
Geekbench Multi 3000
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 2412x1084 900x1940
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 6050 mAh
Charging 45W 45W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 32 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB
OS Android 14 / Nothing OS 2.5 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits 1000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54 IP64
Dimensions 161.7×76.3×8.6 mm
Weight 190 g
Price $349
Camera comparison
Nothing Phone (2a)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.88
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
54
camera
Nubia Neo 5
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (2a)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2412x1084
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Nubia Neo 5
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 900x1940
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (2a)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Nubia Neo 5
  • 6050 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nothing Phone (2a)
$349
Nubia Neo 5
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) and the Nubia Neo 5 are nearly equal (4/100 vs 0/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (54/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 is a bit better (51/100 vs 42/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (86/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the Nubia Neo 5?

The Nothing Phone (2a) edges out the Nubia Neo 5 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (2a) and the Nubia Neo 5?

The Nothing Phone (2a) has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Nubia Neo 5 — 31/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the Nubia Neo 5?

The Nothing Phone (2a) leads on camera score (54/100 vs 27/100).

Should you choose the Nothing Phone (2a) over the Nubia Neo 5?

The Nothing Phone (2a) is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Nubia Neo 5 is a better fit for everyday use.