Nubia Neo 5 vs Vivo X300s
The Nubia Neo 5 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T9300, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $180 and $723. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 46/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 6050); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Neo 5
Vivo X300s
What makes Nubia Neo 5 better?
- Lighter: 210g vs 217g
- Cheaper at launch: $180 vs $723
- Better portability (47/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 6050 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Better camera (94/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 60/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia Neo 5 vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 43 points higher (89/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 56/100). Value score: Nubia Neo 5 — 58/100, Vivo X300s — 92/100; 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 X300s significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (94/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (83/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Nubia Neo 5 is a bit better (47/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia Neo 5 | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T9300 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 900x1940 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6050 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 166.1×78.8×8.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 210 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $180 | $723 |
Camera comparison
Nubia Neo 5
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Nubia Neo 5
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 900x1940
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia Neo 5
- 6050 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $543. Nubia Neo 5 was $543 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (94/100 vs 60/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (94/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (83/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nubia Neo 5 is a bit better (47/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 by 43 points (89/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia Neo 5 and the Vivo X300s?
The Nubia Neo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Neo 5 over the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.