Nubia Neo 5 vs Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
The Nubia Neo 5 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T9300, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads — 49/100 vs 31/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Neo 5 has the bigger battery (6050 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP.
Nubia Neo 5
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- Bigger battery: 6050 vs 5000 mAh
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 42/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 7/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 27/100)
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (29/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 27/100)
Comparing the Nubia Neo 5 vs the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra scores 18 points higher (49/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads (29/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads (73/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Neo 5 leads (55/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (29/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (73/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 is a bit better (51/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the Nubia Neo 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (50/100 vs 7/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Neo 5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (55/100 vs 27/100).
| Specification | Nubia Neo 5 | Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T9300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 1681378 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 900x1940 | 1440x3088 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6050 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 45W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 140 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13, One UI 5.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 1750 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.4×78.1×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | — | 234 g | |
| Price | — | $1199 |
Nubia Neo 5
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Nubia Neo 5
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 900x1940
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3088
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nubia Neo 5
- 6050 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Nubia Neo 5
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (29/100 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 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (73/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 is a bit better (51/100 vs 42/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nubia Neo 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (50/100 vs 7/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Neo 5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (55/100 vs 27/100).
Which is better: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is noticeably better than the Nubia Neo 5 — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Nubia Neo 5 and the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra?
The Nubia Neo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra — 49/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads on camera score (73/100 vs 27/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads on performance (29/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Neo 5 over the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra?
The Nubia Neo 5 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is a better fit for everyday use.