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Can a phone with a 7.5 inch screen, 7,000 mAh battery and 990 Hz shoulder button still be called a smartphone or is nubia creating a completely new segment?
nubia Neo 5 Max 5G was officially introduced by ZTE in Malaysia, attracting attention with its PadPhone orientation, combining a display size close to a mini tablet and equipment strongly focused on gaming. The most notable point lies in the 7.5-inch AMOLED screen with 1.5K resolution and 120 Hz refresh rate. According to information published in Malaysia, the display area of this screen is about 27 percent larger than that of conventional smartphones and the device also meets SGS eye protection certification.
1. The 7.5-inch screen turns Neo 5 Max 5G into a true PadPhone
The 7.5-inch size puts nubia Neo 5 Max 5G far beyond the standard screen size of about 6.7 to 6.9 inches popular on smartphones today. Large display space creates a clear advantage when playing games, watching videos, reading documents or running information-rich interfaces.
The use of AMOLED panels instead of LCD is also worth noting. 1.5K resolution combined with 120 Hz refresh rate directs the device to experience sharper images and smoother movements, especially in games that support high frame rates.
Nubia Neo 5 Max 5G main specifications
7.5 inch AMOLED screen1.5K resolution
Scan frequency 120 Hz
Display area About 27 percent larger than conventional smartphones
SGS eye protection certification
Shoulder key Neo Triggers 5.0
Shoulder key sampling frequency 990 Hz
Announced latency 4.7 ms
2. 990 Hz shoulder keys are aimed squarely at gamers
Neo Triggers 5.0 is the equipment that makes Neo 5 Max 5G different from many conventional large-screen smartphones. The shoulder key system has a 990 Hz sampling frequency incorporating the NeoTap touch algorithm, with a claimed response latency of only 4.7 ms.
In FPS, battle royale or racing games, the shoulder key can handle operations such as aiming, shooting or activating skills, reducing the number of operations that must be performed directly on the screen. This is a familiar approach on dedicated gaming smartphones but is more rare in the price segment of the Neo 5 Max 5G.
3. Dimensity 7100, expanded RAM and over 30,000 mm² cooling system
Processing power comes from MediaTek Dimensity 7100. The device is equipped with 8 GB physical RAM and supports Dynamic RAM to expand the available capacity to the advertised level of 12 GB, with 256 GB internal memory on the first on-sale version.
nubia pays special attention to the ability to maintain performance during long gaming sessions with a cooling system with a total area of more than 30,000 mm². This is an important parameter because a smartphone with good performance in the first few minutes may not be able to maintain a stable speed after a long time if the temperature rises too high.
Demi AI Copilot 2.0 is also integrated to add AI features to the system. Enjoy the entertainment experienceComplete with dual speakers that support Dolby Atmos and a Z-axis linear motor, which helps increase sound effects and vibration feedback when gaming.
4. 7,000 mAh battery is the biggest advantage besides the screen
The 7,000 mAh battery creates one of the most attractive features of the Neo 5 Max 5G. This capacity is significantly higher than the approximately 5,000 mAh that has been considered the standard on Android smartphones for many years.
The device supports 45W fast charging and Bypass Charging. When bypass charging is enabled during gaming, power can be prioritized directly to the system instead of constantly charging and discharging the battery. This mechanism makes sense for gamers who frequently play while plugged in and play for long periods of time, as it can help control heat and reduce pressure on the battery.
Category Parameters
MediaTek Dimensity 7100 processor chip
RAM 8 GB
Dynamic RAM Expandable to announced 12 GB
Memory 256 GB
Heat dissipation area More than 30,000 mm²
Audio Dual speakers Dolby Atmos
Vibration feedback Z-axis linear motor
7,000 mAh battery
45W fast charging
Bypass charging Yes
AI Demi AI Copilot 2.0
5. The converted selling price is about 8.7 million VND
nubia Neo 5 Max 5G version with 8 GB RAM and 256 GB memory has a suggested price of RM 1,399 in Malaysia. According to the reference conversion rate of about 6,200 VND per RM, the price is equivalent to about 8.67 million VND.
During the early bird promotion from August 17 to September 16, 2026, the price is reduced to RM 1,299, equivalent to about VND 8.05 million according to the same reference conversion. Buyers during the promotion period can also receive a nubi coolera in limited quantity.
Version Price in Malaysia Conversion for reference
8 GB and 256 GB 1,399 RM about 8.67 million VND
8 GB and 256 GB early offer 1,299 RM about 8.05 million VND
The 8 GB RAM and 512 GB memory version is expected to start selling in September. The specific price of this version has not been announced in the provided launch information.
6. The formula of a huge screen plus a huge battery makes a difference
The notable point of the nubia Neo 5 Max 5G is not simply an individual parameter but the way ZTE combines a 7.5-inch AMOLED screen, 7,000 mAh battery, 990 Hz shoulder key, large area heatsink, dual Dolby Atmos speakers and Bypass Charging into the same device.
The way PadPhone is positioned shows that nubia wants to narrow the gap between gaming smartphones and small tablets. In return, the 7.5-inch screen also means that the body size is difficult to be as compact as a traditional smartphone. For people who often use the device with one hand or place the phone in a small pocket, this may be a factor to consider.
On the contrary, for people who prioritize playing games, viewing content and battery life, the 7.5-inch screen and 7,000 mAh battery create a very different set of parameters. Especially at the preferential price converted to about 8 million VND in Malaysia, Neo 5 Max 5G shows that nubia is choosing a quite drastic strategy to turn the Neo series into a more accessible gaming option.
A 7.5-inch smartphone is close to tablet territory but still has gaming buttons and a 7,000 mAh battery. If nubia Neo 5 Max 5G is officially sold in Vietnam around 8 to 9million VND, will you choose this PadPhone design or a more compact smartphone?
