Nubia Neo 5 vs Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5
The Nubia Neo 5 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T9300, while the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 (2021) runs on the Exynos 850. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Neo 5 leads — 31/100 vs 7/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Neo 5 has the bigger battery (6050 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 16 MP.
Nubia Neo 5
Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5
- Bigger battery: 6050 vs 3000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
- Better camera (27/100 vs 2/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (85/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Nubia Neo 5 vs the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5, the Nubia Neo 5 scores 24 points higher (31/100 vs 7/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Neo 5 leads (27/100 vs 2/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 leads (51/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Nubia Neo 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Neo 5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 (27/100 vs 2/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 (51/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (85/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Nubia Neo 5 | Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T9300 | Exynos 850 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 234339 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 300 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 836 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 5.3" PLS IPS | |
| Resolution | 900x1940 | 720x1480 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 6050 mAh | 3000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11, One UI 2.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 147.1×71.6×9.2 mm | |
| Weight | — | 172 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Nubia Neo 5
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5
- Main: 16MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Nubia Neo 5
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 900x1940
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5
- 5.3" PLS IPS
- Resolution: 720x1480
- Refresh rate: —
Nubia Neo 5
- 6050 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5
- 3000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Nubia Neo 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia Neo 5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 (27/100 vs 2/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 (51/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (85/100 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 Xcover 5?
The Nubia Neo 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 by 24 points (31/100 vs 7/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia Neo 5 and the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5?
The Nubia Neo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 — 7/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5?
The Nubia Neo 5 leads on camera score (27/100 vs 2/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Neo 5 over the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5?
The Nubia Neo 5 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 is a better fit for everyday use.