Nubia Neo 5 vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Nubia Neo 5 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T9300, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $180 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 46/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 6050); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Neo 5
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Nubia Neo 5 better?
- Lighter: 210g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $180 vs $499
- Better portability (47/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 6050 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Better camera (65/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 60/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia Neo 5 vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 36 points higher (82/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 56/100). Value score: Nubia Neo 5 — 58/100, Vivo iQOO 15T — 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 15T significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (99/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (65/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (75/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Nubia Neo 5 and the Vivo iQOO 15T are nearly equal (47/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia Neo 5 | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T9300 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 900x1940 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6050 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.1×78.8×8.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 210 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $180 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Nubia Neo 5
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Nubia Neo 5
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 900x1940
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 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 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $319. Nubia Neo 5 was $319 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (99/100 vs 60/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (65/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (75/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nubia Neo 5 and the Vivo iQOO 15T are nearly equal (47/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 by 36 points (82/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia Neo 5 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Nubia Neo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Neo 5 over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.