Nubia Neo 5 Max 5G: specifications and verdict
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Nubia

Neo 5 Max 5G

5.9 NeoScore #743 of 1029

Launched August 2026

Overview

NeoScore

5.9

#743 of 1029

Design & display
5.8
Performance & hardware
7.1
Camera
5.1
Connectivity
5.1
Battery & charging
6.7

Strengths

  • The 7.5-inch IPS LCD reaches 144 Hz and has 1,000 nits peak brightness.
  • The 7,100 mAh battery supports 45 W fast charging, and a charger is included.
  • It uses a MediaTek Dimensity 7100, 8 GB of DDR5 RAM, and up to 512 GB of storage.

Weak points

  • It weighs 245 g and does not support expandable storage.
  • The USB Type-C port uses the USB 2.0 standard.
  • The main camera lacks optical image stabilization and has 0x optical zoom.
Display
7.5 inIPS LCD1,280 × 2,664 px144 Hz
Design
245 g88.44 mm180.9 mm7.5 mm
Performance
MediaTek Dimensity 7100Octa-Core8 GB RAM512 GB
Battery
7,100 mAh45 W
Cameras
50 Mpx · f/1.8selfie 16 Mpx
Network
5G4G
Software
Android 16

Nubia

Technical specifications

Performance

Processor Model
MediaTek Dimensity 7100
Processor Process Size
6 nm
Graphics GPU
Mali-G610 MC2
Storage Type
UFS 2.2
Maximum CPU Clock
2.4 GHz
Maximum Storage Capacity
512 GB
CPU Description
4x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 and 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55
Processor Type
Octa-Core
64-Bit Processor
Yes
RAM Capacity
8 GB
RAM Type
DDR5
Expandable Storage
No

Battery

Battery Capacity
7,100 mAh
Fast Charge Power
45 W
Battery Features
Battery Level Indicator, Charger Included, Fast Charging, Rechargeable

Design

Body Colors
Black
Body Thickness
7.5 mm
Body Width
88.44 mm
Body Height
180.9 mm
Weight
245 g
Body Materials
Plastic
Resistance Features
IP64, Dust Resistant, Water Resistant
Foldable
No
Rugged Build
No

Display

Display Aspect Ratio
19.5:9
Peak Display Brightness
1,000 nits
Display Technology
IPS LCD
Display Diagonal
7.5 in
Display Horizontal Resolution
1,280 px
Display Vertical Resolution
2,664 px
Display Pixel Density
394 ppi
Display Refresh Rate
144 Hz
Display Features
Capacitive Touch, Variable Refresh Rate
Integrated Projector
No

Sensors

Fingerprint Sensor Placement
Side

Sensor

Sensor Features
Accelerometer, Compass, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyroscope

Software

Operating System
Android 16
OS Family
Android
OS Version
16
Direct OS Updates
Yes

Connectivity

SIM Configurations
Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM
Cellular Technologies
LTE, 5G
Wi-Fi Standards
Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
Wi-Fi Features
Dual Band
Bluetooth Version
Bluetooth 5.2
Bluetooth Profiles
A2DP
Navigation Systems
GPS
Connectivity Features
NFC, USB Type-C, USB 2.0
USB Version
USB 2.0

Audio

Microphone Count
2
Audio Features
Stereo Speakers

Automated technical index

NeoScore

NeoScore is an automated technical index based on verified specifications. It does not represent hands-on testing unless NeoTeo publishes a separate review.

5.91 /10

Selected variant

Neo 5 Max 5G

Design & display
5.82
Performance & hardware
7.11
Camera
5.07
Connectivity
5.09
Battery & charging
6.74
NeoScore rank
#743 / 1029

Evidence-based overview

Neo 5 Max 5G technical sheet

The Nubia Neo 5 Max 5G combines a large display with a high-capacity battery. Its 7.5-inch IPS LCD has a 1,280 × 2,664-pixel resolution, 394 ppi density, refresh rates up to 144 Hz, and variable refresh rate. Peak brightness is listed at 1,000 nits. The phone runs Android 16 and supports direct OS updates.

Its hardware uses a MediaTek Dimensity 7100 with an octa-core CPU reaching 2.4 GHz, a Mali-G610 MC2 GPU, 8 GB of DDR5 RAM, and up to 512 GB of UFS 2.2 storage. Storage cannot be expanded. The 7,100 mAh battery supports 45 W fast charging, while a charger is included among the documented battery features.

Connectivity covers 5G, LTE, dual-band Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, NFC, GPS, and Dual Nano-SIM. The 50 Mpx rear camera records 4K at 30 fps and supports slow motion; the 16 Mpx front camera records 1080p at 30 fps. The main camera has no optical image stabilization and offers 0x optical zoom. At 245 g, with a plastic body and IP64 protection, this model suits users who prioritize a spacious screen, capable memory configuration, and a large battery while accepting the camera limitations and non-expandable storage.

Highlights

  • 1The 7.5-inch IPS LCD reaches 144 Hz and has 1,000 nits peak brightness.
  • 2The 7,100 mAh battery supports 45 W fast charging, and a charger is included.
  • 3It uses a MediaTek Dimensity 7100, 8 GB of DDR5 RAM, and up to 512 GB of storage.
  • 4Connectivity includes 5G, dual-band Wi-Fi 6, NFC, GPS, and Dual Nano-SIM.

Things to consider

  • 1It weighs 245 g and does not support expandable storage.
  • 2The USB Type-C port uses the USB 2.0 standard.
  • 3The main camera lacks optical image stabilization and has 0x optical zoom.

Neo 5 Max 5G

Camera system

Every physical camera module is shown separately, with its sensor, lens and capture capabilities.

1

Rear main camera

Resolution
50 Mpx
Sensor Type
CMOS
Video Recording
4K at 30 fps, 1080p at 30 fps
Slow Motion Video
Yes
Optical Zoom
0 x
Aperture
f/1.8
Sensor
Resolution
50 Mpx
Sensor Type
CMOS
Video
Video Recording
4K at 30 fps, 1080p at 30 fps
Slow Motion Video
Yes
Lens
Optical Zoom
0 x
Aperture
f/1.8
Optical Image Stabilization
No
Flash
Flash Type
LED
Flash LED Count
1 LEDs
Features
Camera Features
Continuous Autofocus, HDR, Manual Exposure, Manual Focus, Manual Shutter Speed, Panorama, Phase-Detection Autofocus, Time-Lapse, Touch Focus
2

Front camera

Resolution
16 Mpx
Video Recording
1080p at 30 fps
Sensor
Resolution
16 Mpx
Video
Video Recording
1080p at 30 fps
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