Nubia Neo 5 vs OnePlus 9
The Nubia Neo 5 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T9300, while the OnePlus 9 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 9 leads — 39/100 vs 31/100 (a 8-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.
Nubia Neo 5
OnePlus 9
- Bigger battery: 6050 vs 4500 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 37/100)
- Faster charging: 65W vs 45W
- Higher performance (11/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (46/100 vs 27/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (60/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Nubia Neo 5 vs the OnePlus 9, the OnePlus 9 scores 8 points higher (39/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 9 leads (11/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 9 leads (46/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 leads (51/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 9 is a bit better (11/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 9 notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (46/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 is a bit better (51/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the OnePlus 9 is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus 9 is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nubia Neo 5 | OnePlus 9 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T9300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1488 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 3373 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.5" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 900x1940 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6050 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 65W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 160.0×74.2×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | — | 192 g | |
| Price | — | $729 |
Nubia Neo 5
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
OnePlus 9
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Nubia Neo 5
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 900x1940
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus 9
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nubia Neo 5
- 6050 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
OnePlus 9
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Nubia Neo 5
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 9 is a bit better (11/100 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 notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (46/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 is a bit better (51/100 vs 37/100).
design
In the "design" category, the OnePlus 9 is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus 9 is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nubia Neo 5 or the OnePlus 9?
The OnePlus 9 edges out the Nubia Neo 5 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nubia Neo 5 and the OnePlus 9?
The Nubia Neo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the OnePlus 9 — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Neo 5 or the OnePlus 9?
The OnePlus 9 leads on camera score (46/100 vs 27/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Neo 5 or the OnePlus 9?
The OnePlus 9 leads on performance (11/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Neo 5 over the OnePlus 9?
The Nubia Neo 5 is a better fit for everyday use. The OnePlus 9 is a better fit for everyday use.