Nubia Neo 5 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
The Nubia Neo 5 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T9300, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $180 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 80/100 vs 47/100 (a 33-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; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,128,552 vs 694,383).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Neo 5
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
What makes Nubia Neo 5 better?
- Bigger battery: 6050 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 210g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $180 vs $1299
- Better portability (47/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3128552 vs 694383
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 940
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 2140
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 49/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 60/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia Neo 5 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 33 points higher (80/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 49/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 32/100). Value score: Nubia Neo 5 — 60/100, Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 70/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (92/100 vs 49/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (88/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (81/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 56/100. In the "portability" category, the Nubia Neo 5 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra are nearly equal (47/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia Neo 5 | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T9300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 694383 | 3128552 | |
| Geekbench Single | 940 | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2140 | 9760 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 900x1940 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6050 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 151 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.1×78.8×8.5 mm | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $180 | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Nubia Neo 5
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Nubia Neo 5
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 900x1940
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia Neo 5
- 6050 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 11:10 hrs, total 28:43 hrs
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Nubia Neo 5 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads Nubia Neo 5 by 77.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1119. Nubia Neo 5 was $1119 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (92/100 vs 49/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (88/100 vs 60/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (81/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 56/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nubia Neo 5 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra are nearly equal (47/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 by 33 points (80/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia Neo 5 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Nubia Neo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 49/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Neo 5 over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.