Nubia Neo 5 vs Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
The Nubia Neo 5 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T9300, while the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra (2021) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2100. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra leads — 37/100 vs 31/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Neo 5 has the bigger battery (6050 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP.
Nubia Neo 5
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
- Bigger battery: 6050 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 40/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 15/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 27/100)
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (10/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (55/100 vs 27/100)
Comparing the Nubia Neo 5 vs the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra scores 6 points higher (37/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra leads (10/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra leads (55/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 leads (51/100 vs 40/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Neo 5 leads (55/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra is a bit better (10/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (55/100 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 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra (50/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Neo 5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra (55/100 vs 27/100).
| Specification | Nubia Neo 5 | Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T9300 | Samsung Exynos 2100 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 1074182 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1435 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 3555 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 900x1940 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6050 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 117 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 40 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Weight | — | 228 g | |
| Price | — | $1199 |
Nubia Neo 5
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 40MP
Nubia Neo 5
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 900x1940
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nubia Neo 5
- 6050 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Nubia Neo 5
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra is a bit better (10/100 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 S21 Ultra notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (55/100 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 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra (50/100 vs 15/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Neo 5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra (55/100 vs 27/100).
Which is better: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra edges out the Nubia Neo 5 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nubia Neo 5 and the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra?
The Nubia Neo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra — 37/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra leads on camera score (55/100 vs 27/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra leads on performance (10/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Neo 5 over the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra?
The Nubia Neo 5 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra is a better fit for everyday use.