Nubia Neo 5 vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra

The Nubia Neo 5 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T9300, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 31/100 (a 44-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 S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 by 44 points (75/100 vs 31/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Neo 5
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 51
Design 50
Value for money 55
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Performance 84
Display 100
Camera 86
Battery 51
Design 32
Value for money 20
What makes Nubia Neo 5 better?
  • Bigger battery: 6050 vs 5000 mAh

  • Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better value for money (55/100 vs 20/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
  • Faster charging: 60W vs 45W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP

  • Higher performance (84/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (86/100 vs 27/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nubia Neo 5 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 44 points higher (75/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Neo 5 leads (55/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (86/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 51/100. In the "design" category, the Nubia Neo 5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (50/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Neo 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (55/100 vs 20/100).

Nubia Neo 5: The Nubia Neo 5 is a better fit for everyday use.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra: The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.
Specs comparison
Specification Nubia Neo 5 Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Processor Unisoc T9300 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 3515964
Geekbench Single 3601
Geekbench Multi 10686
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 60W
Wireless charging 0W 25W
DXOMark (camera) 157
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 16 / One UI 8.5
Brightness (peak) 1000 nits 2600 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP64 IP68
Dimensions 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm
Weight 214 g
Price $1299
Camera comparison
Nubia Neo 5
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 12MP
86
camera
Display comparison
Nubia Neo 5
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 900x1940
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
  • 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 3120x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Nubia Neo 5
  • 6050 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
  • 5000 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
  • Wired: 60W
  • Wireless: 25W
51
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nubia Neo 5
Price unknown
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
$1299
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (84/100 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 S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (86/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 51/100.

design

In the "design" category, the Nubia Neo 5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (50/100 vs 32/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Neo 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (55/100 vs 20/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 by 44 points (75/100 vs 31/100).

What is the rating of the Nubia Neo 5 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?

The Nubia Neo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 75/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 27/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (84/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Nubia Neo 5 over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?

The Nubia Neo 5 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.