Nubia Neo 5 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy A72
Comparing the Nubia Neo 5 Pro (2026) and the Samsung Galaxy A72 (2021) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Neo 5 Pro leads — 33/100 vs 26/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Neo 5 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP.
Nubia Neo 5 Pro
Samsung Galaxy A72
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 46/100)
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (36/100 vs 27/100)
- Better value for money (79/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Nubia Neo 5 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy A72, the Nubia Neo 5 Pro scores 7 points higher (33/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 Pro leads (60/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 leads (79/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Nubia Neo 5 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 is a bit better (36/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (60/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Nubia Neo 5 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy A72 are nearly equal (50/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 Pro (79/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nubia Neo 5 Pro | Samsung Galaxy A72 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | |
| AnTuTu | — | 514398 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 746 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1762 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 92 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | — | 165.0×77.4×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | — | 203 g | |
| Price | — | $450 |
Nubia Neo 5 Pro
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy A72
- Main: 64MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Nubia Neo 5 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A72
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Nubia Neo 5 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A72
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Nubia Neo 5 Pro
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Nubia Neo 5 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 is a bit better (36/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (60/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nubia Neo 5 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy A72 are nearly equal (50/100 vs 46/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 Pro (79/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nubia Neo 5 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy A72?
The Nubia Neo 5 Pro edges out the Samsung Galaxy A72 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nubia Neo 5 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy A72?
The Nubia Neo 5 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Samsung Galaxy A72 — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Neo 5 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy A72?
The Samsung Galaxy A72 leads on camera score (36/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Neo 5 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy A72?
The Nubia Neo 5 Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A72 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.