Nubia Neo 5 vs Redmi Note 9 Pro Max
The Nubia Neo 5 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T9300, while the Redmi Note 9 Pro Max (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Neo 5 leads — 31/100 vs 22/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Neo 5 has the bigger battery (6050 mAh vs 5020); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Nubia Neo 5 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi Note 9 Pro Max doesn't.
Nubia Neo 5
Redmi Note 9 Pro Max
- Bigger battery: 6050 vs 5020 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 33W
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 40/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 38/100)
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (46/100 vs 27/100)
Comparing the Nubia Neo 5 vs the Redmi Note 9 Pro Max, the Nubia Neo 5 scores 9 points higher (31/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 9 Pro Max leads (46/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 leads (51/100 vs 40/100). 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 Note 9 Pro Max (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 9 Pro Max 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 40/100). In the "design" category, the Nubia Neo 5 is a bit better (50/100 vs 38/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Nubia Neo 5 | Redmi Note 9 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T9300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | |
| AnTuTu | — | 514398 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 746 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1762 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 900x1940 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 6050 mAh | 5020 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 10.0; MIUI 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 450 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 165.5×76.7×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | — | 209 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Nubia Neo 5
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 9 Pro Max
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Nubia Neo 5
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 900x1940
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 9 Pro Max
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Nubia Neo 5
- 6050 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 9 Pro Max
- 5020 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- 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 Note 9 Pro Max (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 9 Pro Max 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 40/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nubia Neo 5 is a bit better (50/100 vs 38/100).
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 Note 9 Pro Max?
The Nubia Neo 5 edges out the Redmi Note 9 Pro Max by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nubia Neo 5 and the Redmi Note 9 Pro Max?
The Nubia Neo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Redmi Note 9 Pro Max — 22/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Redmi Note 9 Pro Max?
The Redmi Note 9 Pro Max leads on camera score (46/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Neo 5 over the Redmi Note 9 Pro Max?
The Nubia Neo 5 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi Note 9 Pro Max is a better fit for everyday use.