Nubia Neo 5 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Nubia Neo 5 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T9300, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 54/100 vs 31/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Neo 5 has the bigger battery (6050 mAh vs 4000).
Nubia Neo 5
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Bigger battery: 6050 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 15/100)
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 27/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Nubia Neo 5 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 23 points higher (54/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 leads (51/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (35/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (51/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (97/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Nubia Neo 5 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T9300 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 2856499 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 900x1940 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6050 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | — | 162 g | |
| Price | — | $799 |
Nubia Neo 5
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Nubia Neo 5
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 900x1940
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nubia Neo 5
- 6050 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Nubia Neo 5
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (64/100 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 is a bit better (35/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (51/100 vs 15/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (97/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 by 23 points (54/100 vs 31/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia Neo 5 and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Nubia Neo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 27/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (64/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Neo 5 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Nubia Neo 5 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users.