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; launch prices were $180 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 75/100 vs 47/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Neo 5 has the bigger battery (6050 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 694,383); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Neo 5
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Nubia Neo 5 better?
- Bigger battery: 6050 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $180 vs $799
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 694383
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 940
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 2140
- Lighter: 162g vs 210g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 49/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 60/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia Neo 5 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 28 points higher (75/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (91/100 vs 49/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 leads (56/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Nubia Neo 5 — 60/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 — 64/100; 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 S26 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (91/100 vs 49/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (81/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (77/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (56/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (89/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia Neo 5 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T9300 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 694383 | 3161126 | |
| Geekbench Single | 940 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2140 | 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 | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| 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 | 166.1×78.8×8.5 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $180 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Nubia Neo 5
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
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
Battery and charging
Nubia Neo 5
- 6050 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Nubia Neo 5 and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Nubia Neo 5 by 78.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $619. Nubia Neo 5 was $619 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (91/100 vs 49/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (81/100 vs 60/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (77/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (56/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (89/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 by 28 points (75/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia Neo 5 and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Nubia Neo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (91/100 vs 49/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Neo 5 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.