Nubia Neo 5 vs OnePlus 9 Pro

The Nubia Neo 5 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T9300, while the OnePlus 9 Pro (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 9 Pro leads — 42/100 vs 31/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Neo 5 has the bigger battery (6050 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP.

The OnePlus 9 Pro is noticeably better than the Nubia Neo 5 — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Neo 5
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 51
Design 50
Value for money 55
OnePlus 9 Pro
Performance 12
Display 100
Camera 59
Battery 44
Design 53
Value for money 43
What makes Nubia Neo 5 better?
  • Bigger battery: 6050 vs 4500 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP

  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 44/100)
  • Better value for money (55/100 vs 43/100)
What makes OnePlus 9 Pro better?
  • Faster charging: 65W vs 45W

  • Higher performance (12/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (59/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (53/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nubia Neo 5 vs the OnePlus 9 Pro, the OnePlus 9 Pro scores 11 points higher (42/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 9 Pro leads (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 9 Pro leads (59/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Neo 5 leads (55/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 9 Pro is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (59/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 is a bit better (51/100 vs 44/100). In the "design" category, the OnePlus 9 Pro and the Nubia Neo 5 are nearly equal (53/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Neo 5 is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100).

Nubia Neo 5: The Nubia Neo 5 is a better fit for everyday use.
OnePlus 9 Pro: The OnePlus 9 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nubia Neo 5 OnePlus 9 Pro
Processor Unisoc T9300 Qualcomm Snapdragon 888
AnTuTu 1185805
Geekbench Single 1488
Geekbench Multi 3373
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 900x1940 3216x1440
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 6050 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 45W 65W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
DXOMark (camera) 122
Main camera 50 MP 48 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 16 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 16 Android 11
Brightness (peak) 1000 nits 1300 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP64 IP68
Dimensions 163.2×73.6×8.7 mm
Weight 197 g
Price $969
Camera comparison
Nubia Neo 5
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
OnePlus 9 Pro
  • Main: 48MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
59
camera
Display comparison
Nubia Neo 5
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 900x1940
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
OnePlus 9 Pro
  • 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 3216x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Nubia Neo 5
  • 6050 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
OnePlus 9 Pro
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 65W
  • Wireless: 50W
44
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nubia Neo 5
Price unknown
OnePlus 9 Pro
$969
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 9 Pro is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (59/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 is a bit better (51/100 vs 44/100).

design

In the "design" category, the OnePlus 9 Pro and the Nubia Neo 5 are nearly equal (53/100 vs 50/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Neo 5 is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Neo 5 or the OnePlus 9 Pro?

The OnePlus 9 Pro is noticeably better than the Nubia Neo 5 — the overall rating gap is 11 points.

What is the rating of the Nubia Neo 5 and the OnePlus 9 Pro?

The Nubia Neo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the OnePlus 9 Pro — 42/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nubia Neo 5 or the OnePlus 9 Pro?

The OnePlus 9 Pro leads on camera score (59/100 vs 27/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nubia Neo 5 or the OnePlus 9 Pro?

The OnePlus 9 Pro leads on performance (12/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Nubia Neo 5 over the OnePlus 9 Pro?

The Nubia Neo 5 is a better fit for everyday use. The OnePlus 9 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.