Nubia Neo 5 vs Samsung Galaxy S21 FE
The Nubia Neo 5 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T9300, while the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Neo 5 leads — 31/100 vs 29/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Neo 5 has the bigger battery (6050 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP.
Nubia Neo 5
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE
- Bigger battery: 6050 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Better camera (27/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 27/100)
- Higher performance (6/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (78/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (62/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Nubia Neo 5 vs the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE, the Nubia Neo 5 scores 2 points higher (31/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Neo 5 leads (27/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 leads (51/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE is a bit better (6/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Nubia Neo 5 is a bit better (27/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE (51/100 vs 27/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (78/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE is a bit better (62/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nubia Neo 5 | Samsung Galaxy S21 FE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T9300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 753345 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1488 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 3373 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 900x1940 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6050 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Weight | — | 177 g | |
| Price | — | $699 |
Nubia Neo 5
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Nubia Neo 5
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 900x1940
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE
- 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nubia Neo 5
- 6050 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Nubia Neo 5
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE is a bit better (6/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia Neo 5 is a bit better (27/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE (51/100 vs 27/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (78/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE is a bit better (62/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE?
The Nubia Neo 5 edges out the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nubia Neo 5 and the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE?
The Nubia Neo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE — 29/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE?
The Nubia Neo 5 leads on camera score (27/100 vs 17/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE leads on performance (6/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Neo 5 over the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE?
The Nubia Neo 5 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE is a better fit for everyday use.