Nubia Neo 5 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Nubia Neo 5 Pro (2026) runs on the Unisoc T9100, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $230 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 75/100 vs 51/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Neo 5 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 723,825); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Neo 5 Pro
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Nubia Neo 5 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $230 vs $799
- Longer battery life (63/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 723825
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 872
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 2451
- Lighter: 162g vs 210g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 50/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia Neo 5 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 24 points higher (75/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (91/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 Pro leads (63/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Nubia Neo 5 Pro — 56/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 — 64/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 Pro (91/100 vs 50/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Nubia Neo 5 Pro are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 Pro (77/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (63/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 Pro (89/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia Neo 5 Pro | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T9100 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 723825 | 3161126 | |
| Geekbench Single | 872 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2451 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2392 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 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 | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.1×78.8×8.5 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $230 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Nubia Neo 5 Pro
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Nubia Neo 5 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia Neo 5 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Nubia Neo 5 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Nubia Neo 5 Pro by 77.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $569. Nubia Neo 5 Pro was $569 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 Pro (91/100 vs 50/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Nubia Neo 5 Pro are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 Pro (77/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (63/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 Pro (89/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Neo 5 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 Pro by 24 points (75/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia Neo 5 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Nubia Neo 5 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Neo 5 Pro 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 5 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (91/100 vs 50/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Neo 5 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.