Overall Score
83.5Category Breakdown
Overall(#264)83.5
Performance(#1169)87.8
Camera(#785)84.0
Display(#690)92.5
Battery(#287)91.2
Build(#125)94.9
Connectivity(#999)81.9
Audio(#115)87.6
Comparisons Featuring Nothing Phone (1)
Short Review
- The Nothing Phone (1) features a distinctive design with a glass front and back, complemented by an aluminum frame, weighing 193.5g.
- Its 6.55-inch OLED display offers vibrant colors with a resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels, a 120Hz refresh rate, and HDR10+ support, ensuring smooth visuals.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G chipset, it delivers solid performance with an octa-core CPU and options for 8GB or 12GB of RAM.
- The camera system includes a dual 50 MP setup on the rear, providing high-quality images with optical image stabilization, and a 16 MP front camera for selfies.
- Battery capacity stands at 4500mAh, supporting 33W wired and wireless charging.
- The device runs on Android 12, upgradeable to Android 15, featuring Nothing OS 3.0 for a streamlined experience.
- Connectivity options include 5G, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, and NFC.
- The stereo speakers enhance audio quality, while the absence of a headphone jack may be a drawback for some users.
- The phone is available in White and Black colors, adding to its aesthetic appeal.
- Overall, the Nothing Phone (1) combines innovative design with solid performance and features.
Specifications
General
Release Date2022, July 12
Announced2022, July 12
DescriptionAlso known as Nothing Phone 1, Nothing Phone One
Display
Size6.55"
TypeOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+, 500 nits (typ), 1200 nits (peak)
Resolution1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~402 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate120Hz
HDR Support✓
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 5
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SM7325-AE Snapdragon 778G+ 5G (6 nm)
CPUOcta-core (1x2.5 GHz Cortex-A78 & 3x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.9 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUAdreno 642L
Memory128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera50 MP, f/1.9, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS50 MP, f/2.2, 114˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.76", 0.64µm, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, panorama, HDR
Front Camera16 MP, f/2.5, (wide), 1/3.1", 1.0µm
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS, live HDR
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✓
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity4500 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 4500 mAh (17.42 Wh)
Charging Details33W wired, PD3.0, QC4, 50% in 30 min, 100% in 70 min15W wireless5W reverse wireless
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✓
Build & Safety
Dimensions159.2 x 75.8 x 8.3 mm (6.27 x 2.98 x 0.33 in)
Weight193.5 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame
ColorsWhite, Black
Foldable✗
SAR1.29 W/kg (head) 1.09 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE, 5G
5G✓
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band
Bluetooth5.2, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningGPS (L1), GLONASS (L1), BDS (B1I+B1c), GALILEO (E1), QZSS (L1)
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackNo
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 12, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades, Nothing OS 3.0
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, proximity, gyro, compass