Nubia Neo 5 vs Samsung Galaxy Note 9
The Nubia Neo 5 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T9300, while the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (2018) runs on the Samsung Exynos 9810. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Neo 5 leads — 31/100 vs 7/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Neo 5 has the bigger battery (6050 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP.
Nubia Neo 5
Samsung Galaxy Note 9
- Bigger battery: 6050 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Better camera (27/100 vs 4/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 13/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 48/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 41/100)
- Overall rating 7/100
Comparing the Nubia Neo 5 vs the Samsung Galaxy Note 9, the Nubia Neo 5 scores 24 points higher (31/100 vs 7/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Neo 5 leads (27/100 vs 4/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 leads (51/100 vs 13/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Neo 5 leads (55/100 vs 41/100). 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 Note 9 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Neo 5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (27/100 vs 4/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (51/100 vs 13/100). In the "design" category, the Nubia Neo 5 and the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 are nearly equal (50/100 vs 48/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Neo 5 is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Nubia Neo 5 | Samsung Galaxy Note 9 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T9300 | Samsung Exynos 9810 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 583956 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 769 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 2000 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.4" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 900x1940 | 2960x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 6050 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 15W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 10W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 8.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 161.9×76.4×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | — | 201 g | |
| Price | — | $1000 |
Nubia Neo 5
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy Note 9
- Main: 12MP f/1.5
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Nubia Neo 5
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 900x1940
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Note 9
- 6.4" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2960x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Nubia Neo 5
- 6050 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Note 9
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless: 10W
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 Note 9 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia Neo 5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (27/100 vs 4/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (51/100 vs 13/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nubia Neo 5 and the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 are nearly equal (50/100 vs 48/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Neo 5 is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Samsung Galaxy Note 9?
The Nubia Neo 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 by 24 points (31/100 vs 7/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia Neo 5 and the Samsung Galaxy Note 9?
The Nubia Neo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 — 7/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Samsung Galaxy Note 9?
The Nubia Neo 5 leads on camera score (27/100 vs 4/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Neo 5 over the Samsung Galaxy Note 9?
The Nubia Neo 5 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy Note 9 is a better fit for everyday use.