Nubia Neo 5 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy M56
The Nubia Neo 5 Pro (2026) runs on the Unisoc T9100, while the Samsung Galaxy M56 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1480. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy M56 leads — 55/100 vs 51/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Neo 5 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Samsung Galaxy M56 is faster in AnTuTu (1,021,736 vs 723,825); the Nubia Neo 5 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy M56 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy M56 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Neo 5 Pro
Samsung Galaxy M56
What makes Nubia Neo 5 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 45W
- Longer battery life (63/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy M56 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1021736 vs 723825
- Better Geekbench Single: 1137 vs 872
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3437 vs 2451
- Lighter: 180g vs 210g
- Higher performance (60/100 vs 50/100)
- Better camera (34/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (80/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia Neo 5 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy M56, the Samsung Galaxy M56 scores 4 points higher (55/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy M56 leads (60/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 Pro leads (63/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy M56 is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M56 and the Nubia Neo 5 Pro are nearly equal (34/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M56 (63/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M56 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 Pro (80/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia Neo 5 Pro | Samsung Galaxy M56 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T9100 | Exynos 1480 | |
| AnTuTu | 723825 | 1021736 | |
| Geekbench Single | 872 | 1137 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2451 | 3437 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED+ | |
| Resolution | 1080x2392 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 166.1×78.8×8.5 mm | 162.0×77.3×7.2 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 180 g | |
| Launch price | $230 | — |
Camera comparison
Nubia Neo 5 Pro
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy M56
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Nubia Neo 5 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M56
- 6.7" Super AMOLED+
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia Neo 5 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy M56
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Nubia Neo 5 Pro and Samsung Galaxy M56, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy M56 leads Nubia Neo 5 Pro by 29.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Samsung Galaxy M56
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy M56 is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M56 and the Nubia Neo 5 Pro are nearly equal (34/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M56 (63/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M56 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 Pro (80/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Neo 5 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy M56?
The Samsung Galaxy M56 edges out the Nubia Neo 5 Pro by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nubia Neo 5 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy M56?
The Nubia Neo 5 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Samsung Galaxy M56 — 55/100.
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Neo 5 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy M56?
The Samsung Galaxy M56 leads on performance (60/100 vs 50/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Neo 5 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy M56?
The Samsung Galaxy M56 is a better fit for active users.