Nubia Neo 5 vs Samsung Galaxy A52s
The Nubia Neo 5 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T9300, while the Samsung Galaxy A52s (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A52s leads — 35/100 vs 31/100 (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 A52s
- Bigger battery: 6050 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 25/100)
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (1/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (48/100 vs 27/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (63/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (79/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Nubia Neo 5 vs the Samsung Galaxy A52s, the Samsung Galaxy A52s scores 4 points higher (35/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52s leads (48/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 leads (51/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52s leads (79/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52s and the Nubia Neo 5 are nearly equal (1/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52s notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (48/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52s (51/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52s is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52s notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (79/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nubia Neo 5 | Samsung Galaxy A52s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T9300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G | |
| AnTuTu | — | 781542 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1017 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 2943 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.5" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 900x1940 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6050 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Weight | — | 189 g | |
| Price | — | $449 |
Nubia Neo 5
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy A52s
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 32MP
Nubia Neo 5
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 900x1940
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A52s
- 6.5" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nubia Neo 5
- 6050 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A52s
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Nubia Neo 5
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52s and the Nubia Neo 5 are nearly equal (1/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52s notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (48/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52s (51/100 vs 25/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52s is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52s notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (79/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Samsung Galaxy A52s?
The Samsung Galaxy A52s edges out the Nubia Neo 5 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 A52s?
The Nubia Neo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Samsung Galaxy A52s — 35/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Samsung Galaxy A52s?
The Samsung Galaxy A52s leads on camera score (48/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Neo 5 over the Samsung Galaxy A52s?
The Nubia Neo 5 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A52s is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.