Apple iPhone 17 vs Nothing Phone (2a) Plus
The Apple iPhone 17 (2025) runs on the Apple A19, while the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17 leads — 76/100 vs 59/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3692); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 17 is faster in AnTuTu (2,156,126 vs 1,037,391).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17
Nothing Phone (2a) Plus
What makes Apple iPhone 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2156126 vs 1037391
- Better Geekbench Single: 3608 vs 1111
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8810 vs 2560
- Lighter: 177g vs 190g
- Higher performance (88/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (73/100 vs 59/100)
What makes Nothing Phone (2a) Plus better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3692 mAh
- Faster charging: 50W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Longer battery life (49/100 vs 29/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 vs the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus, the Apple iPhone 17 scores 17 points higher (76/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 leads (88/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 leads (86/100 vs 60/100). In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus leads (49/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus (88/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus (86/100 vs 60/100). In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (49/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (73/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 | Nothing Phone (2a) Plus | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 1037391 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3608 | 1111 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8810 | 2560 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 1080x2412 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3692 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 50W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 14, up to 3 major Android upgrades, Nothing OS 2.6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 149.6×71.5×8.0 mm | 161.7×76.3×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Nothing Phone (2a) Plus
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nothing Phone (2a) Plus
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17
- 3692 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Nothing Phone (2a) Plus
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 50W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 and Nothing Phone (2a) Plus, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 17 leads Nothing Phone (2a) Plus by 107.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Nothing Phone (2a) Plus
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus (88/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus (86/100 vs 60/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (49/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (73/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus?
The Apple iPhone 17 is noticeably better than the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 and the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus?
The Apple iPhone 17 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus — 59/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus?
The Apple iPhone 17 leads on camera score (86/100 vs 60/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus?
The Apple iPhone 17 leads on performance (88/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 over the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus?
The Apple iPhone 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.