Nubia Neo 5 vs Sony Xperia 1 VI
The Nubia Neo 5 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T9300, while the Sony Xperia 1 VI (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sony Xperia 1 VI leads — 47/100 vs 31/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Neo 5 has the bigger battery (6050 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP.
Nubia Neo 5
Sony Xperia 1 VI
- Bigger battery: 6050 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 41/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 43/100)
- Higher performance (42/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (34/100 vs 27/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Nubia Neo 5 vs the Sony Xperia 1 VI, the Sony Xperia 1 VI scores 16 points higher (47/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI leads (42/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 leads (51/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Neo 5 leads (55/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (42/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI is a bit better (34/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 is a bit better (51/100 vs 41/100). In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Neo 5 is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100).
| Specification | Nubia Neo 5 | Sony Xperia 1 VI | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T9300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 2096581 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 2205 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 7192 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.5" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 900x1940 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6050 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14, up to 3 major Android upgrades | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.0×74.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | — | 192 g | |
| Price | — | $964 |
Nubia Neo 5
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Sony Xperia 1 VI
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Nubia Neo 5
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 900x1940
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 1 VI
- 6.5" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nubia Neo 5
- 6050 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Sony Xperia 1 VI
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 15W
Nubia Neo 5
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (42/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI is a bit better (34/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 is a bit better (51/100 vs 41/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Neo 5 is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100).
Which is better: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Sony Xperia 1 VI?
The Sony Xperia 1 VI is noticeably better than the Nubia Neo 5 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Nubia Neo 5 and the Sony Xperia 1 VI?
The Nubia Neo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Sony Xperia 1 VI — 47/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Sony Xperia 1 VI?
The Sony Xperia 1 VI leads on camera score (34/100 vs 27/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Sony Xperia 1 VI?
The Sony Xperia 1 VI leads on performance (42/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Neo 5 over the Sony Xperia 1 VI?
The Nubia Neo 5 is a better fit for everyday use. The Sony Xperia 1 VI is a better fit for everyday use.