Nothing Phone Showdown: 2a vs. 1 – Clash of Titans!

Get ready for a smartphone showdown as Nothing unleashes its latest marvel, the Nothing Phone (2a), going head-to-head with its predecessor, the Nothing Phone (1). Let the battle of innovation begin!

Specifications Face-off

CategoryNothing Phone (2a)Nothing Phone (1)
NetworkGSM/HSPA/LTE/5GGSM/HSPA/LTE/5G
LaunchRumoredReleased in July 2022
DimensionsNot announced yet159.2 x 75.8 x 8.3 mm
WeightNot available193.5 g
BuildGlass front & back, Aluminum frameGlass front & back, Aluminum frame
SIMDual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
Display TypeOLED, 120HzOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, 500 nits (typ), 1200 nits (peak)
Display Size6.7 inches6.55 inches
Resolution1080 x 2412 pixels1080 x 2400 pixels
OSAndroid 14, Nothing OS 2.5Android 12, upgradable to Android 14, Nothing OS 2.5.2
ChipsetMediatek Dimensity 7200 (4 nm)Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G (6 nm)
CPUOcta-core (2×2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 & 6x Cortex-A510)Octa-core (1×2.5 GHz Cortex-A78 & 3×2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4×1.9 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUMali-G610 MC4Adreno 642L
Memory128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM
Main Camera50 MP (wide), 50 MP (ultrawide)50 MP (wide), 50 MP (ultrawide), 50 MP (ultrawide)
Selfie Camera16 MP16 MP (wide)
LoudspeakerYesYes, with stereo speakers
3.5mm jackUnspecifiedNo
Battery TypeLi-Ion 5000 mAh, non-removableLi-Ion 4500 mAh, non-removable (17.42 Wh)
Charging33W wired, 15W wireless, 5W reverse wireless33W wired, 15W wireless, 5W reverse wireless
ColorsBlack, WhiteWhite, Black
SAR Value1.29 W/kg (head), 1.09 W/kg (body)1.29 W/kg (head), 1.09 W/kg (body)
ModelsA063A063
PriceAbout 400 EUR₹ 24,999 / $ 345.00 / £ 211.85 / € 253.80
PerformanceAnTuTu: 592789, GeekBench: 3024, GFXBench: 33fpsAnTuTu: 592789, GeekBench: 3024, GFXBench: 33fps
Display ContrastInfinite (nominal)Infinite (nominal)
Loudspeaker Rating-24.4 LUFS (Very good)-24.4 LUFS (Very good)
Battery EnduranceNot available108 hours

The battle is fierce, with both phones bringing their A-game to the table. Whether it’s the sleek design, powerhouse performance, or cutting-edge camera capabilities, Nothing is truly something to behold.

Conclusion: Which Nothing Wins?

In this showdown, the Nothing Phone (2a) emerges as the newer, sleeker contender with upgraded features. However, if you’re on a budget, the Nothing Phone (1) still holds its ground with impressive specifications. The choice is yours – go for the innovation of the future or stick with the reliable performance of the past!