Nubia Neo 5 vs Redmi A2
The Nubia Neo 5 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T9300, while the Redmi A2 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Neo 5 leads — 31/100 vs 11/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Neo 5 has the bigger battery (6050 mAh vs 5000); the Nubia Neo 5 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi A2 doesn't.
Nubia Neo 5
Redmi A2
- Bigger battery: 6050 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 10W
- Better camera (27/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Nubia Neo 5 vs the Redmi A2, the Nubia Neo 5 scores 20 points higher (31/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Neo 5 leads (27/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 leads (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Nubia Neo 5 significantly outperforms the Redmi A2 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Neo 5 notably outperforms the Redmi A2 (27/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 notably outperforms the Redmi A2 (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi A2 is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Nubia Neo 5 | Redmi A2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T9300 | MediaTek Helio G36 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 195539 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 189 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 781 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 900x1940 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 6050 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 10W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | — | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12 (Go edition), MIUI | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 400 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 164.9×76.8×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | — | 192 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Nubia Neo 5
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi A2
- Main: —
- Front: 5MP
Nubia Neo 5
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 900x1940
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi A2
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Nubia Neo 5
- 6050 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Redmi A2
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Nubia Neo 5 significantly outperforms the Redmi A2 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia Neo 5 notably outperforms the Redmi A2 (27/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 notably outperforms the Redmi A2 (51/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi A2 is a bit better (60/100 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 or the Redmi A2?
The Nubia Neo 5 significantly outperforms the Redmi A2 by 20 points (31/100 vs 11/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia Neo 5 and the Redmi A2?
The Nubia Neo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Redmi A2 — 11/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Redmi A2?
The Nubia Neo 5 leads on camera score (27/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Neo 5 over the Redmi A2?
The Nubia Neo 5 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi A2 is a better fit for everyday use.