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Released: 2024, March 05

Nothing Phone (2a)

Overall Score

68.8

Category Breakdown

Overall(#679)68.8
Performance(#777)70.8
Camera(#522)52.5
Display(#284)88.5
Battery(#1458)60.0
Build(#1112)77.8

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Short Review

  • The Nothing Phone (2a) features a sleek design with a glass front, plastic frame, and back, available in Black, White, Milk, and Blue colors.
  • Its 6.7-inch AMOLED display supports 1 billion colors, a 120Hz refresh rate, and HDR10+, delivering vibrant visuals with a resolution of 1080 x 2412 pixels.
  • Powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 7200 Pro chipset, it offers strong performance with an octa-core CPU and options for 8GB or 12GB of RAM.
  • The camera system includes a dual rear setup with a 50 MP wide lens and a 50 MP ultrawide lens, both capable of 4K video recording and enhanced by optical image stabilization.
  • A 5000mAh battery ensures extended usage, with 45W wired charging support.
  • The device runs on Android 14, upgradeable to Android 15, featuring Nothing OS 3.0 for a streamlined experience.
  • Connectivity options include 5G, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, and NFC.
  • The stereo speakers enhance audio quality, while the absence of a headphone jack may be a consideration for some users.
  • Weighing 190g and measuring 161.7 x 76.3 x 8.6 mm, it is comfortable to hold.
  • Overall, the Nothing Phone (2a) combines solid specifications with a modern aesthetic.

Specifications

General

Release Date2024, March 05
Announced2024, March 05
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size6.7"
TypeAMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+, 700 nits (typ), 1100 nits (HBM), 1300 nits (peak)
Resolution1080 x 2412 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~394 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate120Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✓
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 5

Performance

ChipsetMediatek Dimensity 7200 Pro (4 nm)
CPUOcta-core (2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 & 6x 2.0 Cortex-A510)
GPUMali-G610 MC4
Memory128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo

Camera

Main Camera50 MP
Main Camera Details50 MP, f/1.9, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS50 MP, f/2.2, 114˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.76", 0.64µm
Front Camera32 MP
Front Camera Details32 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1/2.74", 0.8µm
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@60/120fps, gyro-EIS
Selfie Video1080p@60fps
OIS✓
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗

Battery

Capacity5000 mAh
Battery Details5000 mAh
Charging Details45W wired, 50% in 23 min, 100% in 1 hour
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗

Build & Design

Dimensions161.7 x 76.3 x 8.6 mm (6.37 x 3.00 x 0.34 in)
Weight190 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic frame, plastic back
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, White, Milk, Blue
Foldable✗

Connectivity

SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE (CA), 5G
5G✓
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.3, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS

Software

Operating SystemAndroid 14, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades, Nothing OS 3.0
OS VersionAndroid 14, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades, Nothing OS 3.0

Security

Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

Audio

Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackNo