Nubia Neo 5 vs Vivo V29 Pro

The Nubia Neo 5 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T9300, while the Vivo V29 Pro (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo V29 Pro leads — 39/100 vs 31/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Neo 5 has the bigger battery (6050 mAh vs 4600); the Nubia Neo 5 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo V29 Pro doesn't.

The Vivo V29 Pro edges out the Nubia Neo 5 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Neo 5
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 51
Design 50
Value for money 55
Vivo V29 Pro
Performance 10
Display 100
Camera 46
Battery 41
Design 65
Value for money 55
What makes Nubia Neo 5 better?
  • Bigger battery: 6050 vs 4600 mAh

  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Vivo V29 Pro better?
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 45W

  • Higher performance (10/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (46/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nubia Neo 5 vs the Vivo V29 Pro, the Vivo V29 Pro scores 8 points higher (39/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo V29 Pro leads (10/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo V29 Pro leads (46/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 leads (51/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo V29 Pro is a bit better (10/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo V29 Pro notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (46/100 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 Vivo V29 Pro notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (65/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Nubia Neo 5: The Nubia Neo 5 is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo V29 Pro: The Vivo V29 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nubia Neo 5 Vivo V29 Pro
Processor Unisoc T9300 MediaTek Dimensity 8200
AnTuTu 1221748
Geekbench Single 1230
Geekbench Multi 3297
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 900x1940 1260x2800
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 6050 mAh 4600 mAh
Charging 45W 80W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 12 MP
Front camera 16 MP 50 MP
RAM 8GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 256GB 256GB
OS Android 16 Android 13, up to 3 major Android upgrades, Funtouch 13
Brightness (peak) 1000 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP64
Dimensions 164.2×74.4×7.5 mm
Weight 188 g
Price
Camera comparison
Nubia Neo 5
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Vivo V29 Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 50MP
46
camera
Display comparison
Nubia Neo 5
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 900x1940
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo V29 Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Nubia Neo 5
  • 6050 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Vivo V29 Pro
  • 4600 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
41
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo V29 Pro is a bit better (10/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo V29 Pro notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (46/100 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 Vivo V29 Pro notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (65/100 vs 50/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Vivo V29 Pro?

The Vivo V29 Pro edges out the Nubia Neo 5 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Nubia Neo 5 and the Vivo V29 Pro?

The Nubia Neo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Vivo V29 Pro — 39/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Vivo V29 Pro?

The Vivo V29 Pro leads on camera score (46/100 vs 27/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Vivo V29 Pro?

The Vivo V29 Pro leads on performance (10/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Nubia Neo 5 over the Vivo V29 Pro?

The Nubia Neo 5 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo V29 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.