Nubia Neo 5 vs Samsung Galaxy A52
The Nubia Neo 5 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T9300, while the Samsung Galaxy A52 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Neo 5 leads — 31/100 vs 27/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Neo 5 has the bigger battery (6050 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP.
Nubia Neo 5
Samsung Galaxy A52
- Bigger battery: 6050 vs 4500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (43/100 vs 27/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (63/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (82/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Nubia Neo 5 vs the Samsung Galaxy A52, the Nubia Neo 5 scores 4 points higher (31/100 vs 27/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52 leads (43/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 leads (51/100 vs 24/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52 leads (82/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Nubia Neo 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52 notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (43/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (51/100 vs 24/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52 is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52 notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (82/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nubia Neo 5 | Samsung Galaxy A52 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T9300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | |
| AnTuTu | — | 514398 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 746 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1762 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.5" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 900x1940 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 6050 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | — | 159.9×75.1×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | — | 189 g | |
| Price | — | $400 |
Nubia Neo 5
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy A52
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Nubia Neo 5
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 900x1940
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A52
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Nubia Neo 5
- 6050 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A52
- 4500 mAh
- No wireless charging
Nubia Neo 5
Price unknownperformance
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 Samsung Galaxy A52 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52 notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (43/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (51/100 vs 24/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52 is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52 notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (82/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Samsung Galaxy A52?
The Nubia Neo 5 edges out the Samsung Galaxy A52 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nubia Neo 5 and the Samsung Galaxy A52?
The Nubia Neo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Samsung Galaxy A52 — 27/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Samsung Galaxy A52?
The Samsung Galaxy A52 leads on camera score (43/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Neo 5 over the Samsung Galaxy A52?
The Nubia Neo 5 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A52 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.