Nothing Phone (2a) vs Redmi Note 15
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Key Specifications
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.7", AMOLED, 120Hz | 6.77", AMOLED, 120Hz | ||
| Camera | 50MP+50MP/32MP (Front) | 108MP+8MP/20MP (Front) | ||
| Battery | 5000mAh, 45W | 5520mAh, 45W | ||
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | ||
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB |
Top Recommendation
| Recommended For | Performance, Gaming, Software and Main Camera | Display, Multimedia, Battery, Design and Build Quality |
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General
| Colors | Black, White, Grey, Blue | Glacier Blue, Black, Mist Purple | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | March 05, 2024 | January 06, 2026 | ||
| Availability | March 06, 2024 | January 09, 2026 | ||
| Launch Country | India | India | ||
| Launch Price | ₹23,999 | ₹22,999 |
Display
Winner:Redmi Note 15
| Type | AMOLED | AMOLED | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | ||
| Features | HDR10+ | HDR10+ | ||
| Size | 6.7 inches | 6.77 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1080 pixels | 1080 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2412 pixels | 2392 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 394 ppi | 388 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | FHD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 1300 nits | 3200 nits |
Body
Winner:Redmi Note 15
| Weight | 190 grams | 178 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | Gorilla Glass 5 | Double-Reinforced Glass | ||
| Back | Plastic | Plastic | ||
| Side | Plastic Frame | Plastic Frame | ||
| Port | USB Type-C 2.0 | USB Type-C 2.0 | ||
| IP rating | IP54 (Dust and Water Resistant) | IP65/66 (Dust and Water Resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Stereo Speakers | |||
| Build Quality | MIL-STD-810H |
Processor
Winner:Nothing Phone (2a)
| Chipset Brand | MediaTek | Qualcomm | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset Name | Dimensity 7200 Pro | Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Mali G610 MC4 | Adreno 710 |
Main Camera
Winner:Nothing Phone (2a)
| Camera Resolution | 50 MP | 108 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 50 MP | 8 MP | ||
| Camera 2 Type | Ultra-wide | Ultra-wide | ||
| Features | HDR, Motion Photos | HDR, LED Fash, Slow Motion | ||
| Stabilization | Hybrid Stabilization | EIS | ||
| Video | gyro-EIS, Motion Capture, Ultra HDR | gyro-EIS, OIS |
Operating System
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Software Skin | Nothing OS | Redmi HyperOS | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 3 year(s) | 4 year(s) | ||
| AI Features | AI Beauty, AI Erase, AI Reflection Remover, AI Sky, Circle to Search with Google, Google Gemini |
Selfie Camera
Winner:Nothing Phone (2a)
| Front Camera Resolution | 32 MP | 20 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Features | AI Face Unlock | |||
| Video | 1080p@30/60fps | 1080@30fps | ||
| Front Camera Type | Wide |
Battery
Winner:Redmi Note 15
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5520 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Lithium Polymer | Silicon Carbon | ||
| Wireless Charging | ||||
| Charging Speed | 45 W | 45 W |
Memory
Winner:Tie
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | UFS 2.2 | UFS 2.2 | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
Network
| Sim Slot | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | Hybrid Dual SIM (2 Nano SIMs + 1 microSD) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | 5G, GSM, LTE, UMTS, WCDMA | 5G, GSM, LTE, WCDMA |
Connectivity
Winner:Nothing Phone (2a)
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.1 | ||
| Positioning | BDS (B1I), GALILEO (E1), GLONASS (G1), GPS (L1), QZSS (L1) | BDS (B1I+B1c), Galileo(E1), GLONASS (G1), GPS (L1) | ||
| NFC | Supported | - | ||
| Radio | - | - |
Features
| Fingerprint Scanner | Optical (under display) | Optical (under display) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Compass, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Gyroscope, IR Blaster, Virtual Proximity Sensor |
