Nubia Neo 2 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Nubia Neo 2 (2024) runs on the Unisoc T820, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 48/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Neo 2 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 757,199); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 208g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Neo 2
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Nubia Neo 2 better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 25W
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 757199
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 885
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 2392
- Lighter: 162g vs 208g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 50/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 49/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia Neo 2 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 26 points higher (74/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 2 leads (53/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 2 (89/100 vs 50/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 2 (81/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 2 (77/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 2 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (53/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 2 (89/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia Neo 2 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T820 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 757199 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 885 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2392 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.0×76.1×8.5 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 208 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Nubia Neo 2
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Nubia Neo 2
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia Neo 2
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Nubia Neo 2 and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Nubia Neo 2 by 73.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 2 (89/100 vs 50/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 2 (81/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 2 (77/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 2 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (53/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 2 (89/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Neo 2 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 2 by 26 points (74/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia Neo 2 and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Nubia Neo 2 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Neo 2 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Neo 2 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 50/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Neo 2 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.