Nothing Phone (2) vs Nothing Phone (2a)
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Beebom Score
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Beebom Score
Key Specifications
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.7", AMOLED, 120 Hz | 6.7", AMOLED, 120 Hz | ||
| Camera | 50MP+50MP/32MP | 50MP+50MP/32MP | ||
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 5000 mAh | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | ||
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB | ||
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro | ||
| Display | 6.7", AMOLED, 120 Hz | 6.7", AMOLED, 120 Hz | ||
| Camera | 50MP+50MP/32MP | 50MP+50MP/32MP | ||
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 5000 mAh | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | ||
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB |
Top Recommendation
| Recommended For | Overall Best Pick | Multimedia and Software | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Recommended For | Overall Best Pick | Multimedia and Software |
General
| Colors | White, Dark Gray | Black, White, Milk, Blue | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | July 11, 2023 | March 05, 2024 | ||
| Availability | July 21, 2023 | March 06, 2024 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹44,999 | ₹23,999 | ||
| Colors | White, Dark Gray | Black, White, Milk, Blue | ||
| Launch | July 11, 2023 | March 05, 2024 | ||
| Availability | July 21, 2023 | March 06, 2024 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹44,999 | ₹23,999 |
Display
Winner:Nothing Phone (2)
| Type | AMOLED | AMOLED | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | ||
| Features | HDR10+ | HDR10+ | ||
| Size | 6.7 inches | 6.7 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1080 pixels | 1080 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2412 pixels | 2412 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 394 ppi | 394 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | FHD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 1600 nits | 1300 nits | ||
| Type | AMOLED | AMOLED | ||
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | ||
| Features | HDR10+ | HDR10+ | ||
| Size | 6.7 inches | 6.7 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1080 pixels | 1080 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2412 pixels | 2412 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 394 ppi | 394 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | FHD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 1600 nits | 1300 nits |
Body
Winner:Nothing Phone (2)
| Weight | 201.2 grams | 190 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | Gorilla Glass 5 | Gorilla Glass 5 | ||
| Back | Glass | Plastic | ||
| Side | Aluminium Frame | Plastic Frame | ||
| Build Quality | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 | |||
| Port | USB Type-C 2.0 | USB Type-C 2.0 | ||
| IP rating | IP54 (Dust and Water Resistant) | IP54 (Dust and Water Resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Stereo Speakers | Stereo Speakers | ||
| Weight | 201.2 grams | 190 grams | ||
| Front | Gorilla Glass 5 | Gorilla Glass 5 | ||
| Back | Glass | Plastic | ||
| Side | Aluminium Frame | Plastic Frame | ||
| Build Quality | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 | |||
| Port | USB Type-C 2.0 | USB Type-C 2.0 | ||
| IP rating | IP54 (Dust and Water Resistant) | IP54 (Dust and Water Resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Stereo Speakers | Stereo Speakers |
Processor
Winner:Nothing Phone (2)
| Chipset Brand | Qualcomm | MediaTek | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset Name | Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | Dimensity 7200 Pro | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Adreno 730 | Mali G610 MC4 | ||
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
| Software Skin | Nothing OS | Nothing OS | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 3 year | 3 year | ||
| Chipset Brand | Qualcomm | MediaTek | ||
| Chipset Name | Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | Dimensity 7200 Pro | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Adreno 730 | Mali G610 MC4 | ||
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
| Software Skin | Nothing OS | Nothing OS | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 3 year | 3 year |
Main Camera
Winner:Nothing Phone (2)
| Camera Resolution | 50 MP | 50 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 50 MP | 50 MP | ||
| Camera 2 Type | Ultra-wide | Ultra-wide | ||
| Features | HDR, LED Flash, Panorama | HDR, LED Flash, Motion Photos, Panorama | ||
| Stabilization | Hybrid Stabilization | Hybrid Stabilization | ||
| Video | gyro-EIS, Live HDR, OIS | gyro-EIS, Motion Capture, Ultra HDR | ||
| Camera Resolution | 50 MP | 50 MP | ||
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 50 MP | 50 MP | ||
| Camera 2 Type | Ultra-wide | Ultra-wide | ||
| Features | HDR, LED Flash, Panorama | HDR, LED Flash, Motion Photos, Panorama | ||
| Stabilization | Hybrid Stabilization | Hybrid Stabilization | ||
| Video | gyro-EIS, Live HDR, OIS | gyro-EIS, Motion Capture, Ultra HDR |
Selfie Camera
Winner:Nothing Phone (2a)
| Front Camera Resolution | 32 MP | 32 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Features | Face Unlock, HDR | HDR | ||
| Video | 1080p@60/30fps | 1080p@30/60fps | ||
| Front Camera Resolution | 32 MP | 32 MP | ||
| Front Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Features | Face Unlock, HDR | HDR | ||
| Video | 1080p@60/30fps | 1080p@30/60fps |
Battery
Winner:Nothing Phone (2)
| Capacity | 4700 mAh | 5000 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion | Lithium Polymer | ||
| Wireless Charging | true | |||
| Charging Speed | 45 w | 45 w | ||
| Capacity | 4700 mAh | 5000 mAh | ||
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion | Lithium Polymer | ||
| Wireless Charging | true | |||
| Charging Speed | 45 w | 45 w |
Memory
Winner:Nothing Phone (2)
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | UFS 3.1 | UFS 2.2 | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR5 | LPDDR4X | ||
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB | ||
| Storage type | UFS 3.1 | UFS 2.2 | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR5 | LPDDR4X |
Network
| Sim Slot | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | 5G, GSM, HSPA, LTE | 5G, GSM, HSPA, LTE | ||
| Sim Slot | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | ||
| Network | 5G, GSM, HSPA, LTE | 5G, GSM, HSPA, LTE |
Connectivity
Winner:Tie
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | Wi-Fi 6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 | ||
| Positioning | BDS (B1I+B1c), GALILEO (E1), GLONASS (L1), GPS (L1+L5), NavIC, QZSS (L1) | BDS (B1I), GALILEO (E1), GLONASS (G1), GPS (L1), QZSS (L1) | ||
| NFC | Yes | Yes | ||
| Radio | No | No | ||
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | Wi-Fi 6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 | ||
| Positioning | BDS (B1I+B1c), GALILEO (E1), GLONASS (L1), GPS (L1+L5), NavIC, QZSS (L1) | BDS (B1I), GALILEO (E1), GLONASS (G1), GPS (L1), QZSS (L1) | ||
| NFC | Yes | Yes | ||
| Radio | No | No |
Features
| Fingerprint Scanner | Optical (under display) | Optical (under display) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AI Features | ChatGPT integrated | |||
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Color Spectrum Sensor, Compass, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, X-Axis Linear Motor | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Compass, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor | ||
| Fingerprint Scanner | Optical (under display) | Optical (under display) | ||
| AI Features | ChatGPT integrated | |||
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Color Spectrum Sensor, Compass, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, X-Axis Linear Motor | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Compass, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor |
