Nubia Neo 5 vs Vivo iQOO 9 SE
The Nubia Neo 5 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T9300, while the Vivo iQOO 9 SE (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 9 SE leads — 34/100 vs 31/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Neo 5 has the bigger battery (6050 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP.
Nubia Neo 5
Vivo iQOO 9 SE
- Bigger battery: 6050 vs 4500 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 35/100)
- Faster charging: 66W vs 45W
- Higher performance (11/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (31/100 vs 27/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (51/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Nubia Neo 5 vs the Vivo iQOO 9 SE, the Vivo iQOO 9 SE scores 3 points higher (34/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 9 SE leads (11/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 leads (51/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 9 SE is a bit better (11/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 9 SE and the Nubia Neo 5 are nearly equal (31/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 9 SE (51/100 vs 35/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO 9 SE and the Nubia Neo 5 are nearly equal (51/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Nubia Neo 5 | Vivo iQOO 9 SE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T9300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 5G | |
| AnTuTu | — | 1119714 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1488 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 3373 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.6" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 900x1940 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6050 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 66W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, Funtouch 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.2×76.4×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | — | 199 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Nubia Neo 5
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 9 SE
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 16MP
Nubia Neo 5
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 900x1940
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 9 SE
- 6.6" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nubia Neo 5
- 6050 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 9 SE
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 9 SE is a bit better (11/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 9 SE and the Nubia Neo 5 are nearly equal (31/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 9 SE (51/100 vs 35/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO 9 SE and the Nubia Neo 5 are nearly equal (51/100 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 Vivo iQOO 9 SE?
The Vivo iQOO 9 SE edges out the Nubia Neo 5 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nubia Neo 5 and the Vivo iQOO 9 SE?
The Nubia Neo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Vivo iQOO 9 SE — 34/100.
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Vivo iQOO 9 SE?
The Vivo iQOO 9 SE leads on performance (11/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Neo 5 over the Vivo iQOO 9 SE?
The Nubia Neo 5 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO 9 SE is a better fit for everyday use.