Nubia Neo 5 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S21
Comparing the Nubia Neo 5 Pro (2026) and the Samsung Galaxy S21 (2021) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Neo 5 Pro leads — 33/100 vs 24/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Neo 5 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP.
Nubia Neo 5 Pro
Samsung Galaxy S21
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Better camera (27/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 12/100)
- Higher performance (10/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (88/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Nubia Neo 5 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy S21, the Nubia Neo 5 Pro scores 9 points higher (33/100 vs 24/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 leads (10/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Neo 5 Pro leads (27/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 Pro leads (60/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 is a bit better (10/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Nubia Neo 5 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 (27/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 (60/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 Pro (88/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Nubia Neo 5 Pro | Samsung Galaxy S21 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Samsung Exynos 2100 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 1074811 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1435 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 3555 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.2" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Weight | — | 169 g | |
| Price | — | $799 |
Nubia Neo 5 Pro
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S21
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Nubia Neo 5 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S21
- 6.2" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nubia Neo 5 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S21
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Nubia Neo 5 Pro
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 is a bit better (10/100 vs 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 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 (27/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 (60/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 Pro (88/100 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 Nubia Neo 5 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S21?
The Nubia Neo 5 Pro edges out the Samsung Galaxy S21 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nubia Neo 5 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S21?
The Nubia Neo 5 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Samsung Galaxy S21 — 24/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Neo 5 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S21?
The Nubia Neo 5 Pro leads on camera score (27/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Neo 5 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S21?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 leads on performance (10/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Neo 5 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy S21?
The Nubia Neo 5 Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S21 is a better fit for everyday use.