Nubia Neo 5 vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Nubia Neo 5 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T9300, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $180 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 46/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 6050).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Neo 5
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Nubia Neo 5 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $180 vs $650
- Overall rating 46/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 6050 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 207g vs 210g
- Better camera (78/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 60/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia Neo 5 vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 38 points higher (84/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 56/100). Value score: Nubia Neo 5 — 58/100, Vivo iQOO 13 — 82/100; 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 "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (99/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (78/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (73/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (55/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia Neo 5 | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T9300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 900x1940 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6050 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.1×78.8×8.5 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $180 | $650 |
Camera comparison
Nubia Neo 5
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Nubia Neo 5
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 900x1940
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia Neo 5
- 6050 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6150 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:22 hrs, total 30:28 hrs
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $470. Nubia Neo 5 was $470 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (99/100 vs 60/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (78/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (73/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (55/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 by 38 points (84/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia Neo 5 and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Nubia Neo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Neo 5 over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.