Nubia Neo 5 vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Nubia Neo 5 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T9300, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $180 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 46/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6050).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Neo 5
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Nubia Neo 5 better?
- Lighter: 210g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $180 vs $599
- Overall rating 46/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6050 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Better camera (78/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 60/100)
- Better portability (48/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia Neo 5 vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 40 points higher (86/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 56/100). Value score: Nubia Neo 5 — 58/100, Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100; 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 15 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (99/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (78/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (85/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 and the Nubia Neo 5 are nearly equal (48/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia Neo 5 | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T9300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3758268 | |
| 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 | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| 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 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.1×78.8×8.5 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $180 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Nubia Neo 5
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- 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 15
- 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 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $419. Nubia Neo 5 was $419 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (99/100 vs 60/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (78/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (85/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 and the Nubia Neo 5 are nearly equal (48/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 by 40 points (86/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia Neo 5 and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Nubia Neo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Neo 5 over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.