Nubia Neo 5 vs Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
The Nubia Neo 5 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T9300, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads — 45/100 vs 31/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Neo 5 has the bigger battery (6050 mAh vs 4500).
Nubia Neo 5
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- Bigger battery: 6050 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 27/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 38/100)
- Higher performance (20/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (63/100 vs 27/100)
- Better value for money (69/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Nubia Neo 5 vs the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE scores 14 points higher (45/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads (20/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads (63/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 leads (51/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads (69/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (20/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (63/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (51/100 vs 27/100). In the "design" category, the Nubia Neo 5 is a bit better (50/100 vs 38/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nubia Neo 5 | Samsung Galaxy S23 FE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T9300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 1436963 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1675 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 4453 | |
| 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 | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 127 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 1450 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 158.0×76.5×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | — | 209 g | |
| Price | — | $599 |
Nubia Neo 5
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 10MP
Nubia Neo 5
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 900x1940
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nubia Neo 5
- 6050 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Nubia Neo 5
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (20/100 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 S23 FE significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (63/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (51/100 vs 27/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nubia Neo 5 is a bit better (50/100 vs 38/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is noticeably better than the Nubia Neo 5 — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Nubia Neo 5 and the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Nubia Neo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE — 45/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads on camera score (63/100 vs 27/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads on performance (20/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Neo 5 over the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Nubia Neo 5 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a better fit for everyday use.