Nubia Neo 5 vs Vivo X51 5G

The Nubia Neo 5 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T9300, while the Vivo X51 5G (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Neo 5 leads — 31/100 vs 25/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Neo 5 has the bigger battery (6050 mAh vs 4315); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP.

The Nubia Neo 5 edges out the Vivo X51 5G by just 6 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 X51 5G
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 38
Battery 22
Design 73
Value for money 55
What makes Nubia Neo 5 better?
  • Bigger battery: 6050 vs 4315 mAh
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 33W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 22/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X51 5G better?

  • Better camera (38/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (73/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nubia Neo 5 vs the Vivo X51 5G, the Nubia Neo 5 scores 6 points higher (31/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X51 5G leads (38/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 leads (51/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Nubia Neo 5 significantly outperforms the Vivo X51 5G (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X51 5G is a bit better (38/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 notably outperforms the Vivo X51 5G (51/100 vs 22/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo X51 5G notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (73/100 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 X51 5G: The Vivo X51 5G is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nubia Neo 5 Vivo X51 5G
Processor Unisoc T9300 Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G
AnTuTu 597974
Geekbench Single 799
Geekbench Multi 1836
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.6" AMOLED
Resolution 900x1940 1080x2376
Refresh rate 120 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 6050 mAh 4315 mAh
Charging 45W 33W
Main camera 50 MP 48 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 16 MP 32 MP
RAM 8GB 8GB
Storage 256GB 256GB
OS Android 16 Android 10, Funtouch 10.0
Brightness (peak) 1000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP64
Dimensions 158.5×72.8×8.0 mm
Weight 181 g
Price
Camera comparison
Nubia Neo 5
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Vivo X51 5G
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 8MP
  • Front: 32MP
38
camera
Display comparison
Nubia Neo 5
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 900x1940
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo X51 5G
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2376
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Nubia Neo 5
  • 6050 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Vivo X51 5G
  • 4315 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
22
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Nubia Neo 5 significantly outperforms the Vivo X51 5G (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo X51 5G is a bit better (38/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 notably outperforms the Vivo X51 5G (51/100 vs 22/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo X51 5G notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (73/100 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 X51 5G?

The Nubia Neo 5 edges out the Vivo X51 5G by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Nubia Neo 5 and the Vivo X51 5G?

The Nubia Neo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Vivo X51 5G — 25/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Vivo X51 5G?

The Vivo X51 5G leads on camera score (38/100 vs 27/100).

Should you choose the Nubia Neo 5 over the Vivo X51 5G?

The Nubia Neo 5 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo X51 5G is a better fit for everyday use.