Apple iPhone 17e vs Nothing Phone (2a) Plus

The Apple iPhone 17e (2026) runs on the Apple A19, while the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro. Both devices score the same overall rating of 59/100. Key differences: the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3600); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 17e is faster in AnTuTu (2,156,126 vs 1,037,391); the Apple iPhone 17e is noticeably lighter (163g vs 190g).

Both devices scored the same rating of 59/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.

Profile comparison

Category scores

Apple iPhone 17e

Performance 89
Display 61
Camera 34
Battery 21
Portability 83
Value for money 32

Nothing Phone (2a) Plus

Performance 57
Display 80
Camera 60
Battery 49
Portability 59
Value for money —

What makes Apple iPhone 17e better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 2156126 vs 1037391
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3692 vs 1111
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9454 vs 2560
  • Lighter: 163g vs 190g

  • Higher performance (89/100 vs 57/100)
  • Better portability (83/100 vs 59/100)

What makes Nothing Phone (2a) Plus better?

  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3600 mAh
  • Faster charging: 50W vs 20W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Better camera (60/100 vs 34/100)
  • Longer battery life (49/100 vs 21/100)
  • Better display (80/100 vs 61/100)

Comparison verdict

The Apple iPhone 17e and the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus received the same MobileRank rating — 59/100. In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e leads (89/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus leads (60/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus leads (49/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus (89/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (80/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (60/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (49/100 vs 21/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17e notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus (83/100 vs 59/100).

Apple iPhone 17e: The Apple iPhone 17e is a better fit for gamers and power users.

Specs comparison

Specification Apple iPhone 17e Nothing Phone (2a) Plus
Processor Apple A19 MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro
AnTuTu 2156126 1037391
Geekbench Single 3692 1111
Geekbench Multi 9454 2560
Display 6.1" OLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 2556x1179 1080x2412
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 3600 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 20W 50W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
Main camera 48 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 24 MP 50 MP
RAM 8GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 256GB
OS iOS 19 Android 14, up to 3 major Android upgrades, Nothing OS 2.6
Brightness (peak) 1200 nits 1300 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP54
Dimensions 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm 161.7×76.3×8.5 mm
Weight 163 g 190 g
Launch price $599 —

Camera comparison

Apple iPhone 17e

  • Main: 48MP f/1.6
  • Front: 24MP
34
camera

Nothing Phone (2a) Plus

  • Main: 50MP f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 50MP
60
camera

Display comparison

Apple iPhone 17e

  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 2556x1179
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
61
display

Nothing Phone (2a) Plus

  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2412
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
80
display

Battery and charging

Apple iPhone 17e

  • 3600 mAh
  • Wired: 20W
  • Wireless: 15W
21
battery

Nothing Phone (2a) Plus

  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 50W
  • No wireless charging
49
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Apple iPhone 17e and Nothing Phone (2a) Plus, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Apple iPhone 17e Apple A19
59/100
2156126 AnTuTu
Nothing Phone (2a) Plus MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro
59/100 -107.8%
1037391 AnTuTu

Apple iPhone 17e leads Nothing Phone (2a) Plus by 107.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Apple iPhone 17e

$599

Nothing Phone (2a) Plus

Price unknown

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus (89/100 vs 57/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (80/100 vs 61/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (60/100 vs 34/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (49/100 vs 21/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17e notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus (83/100 vs 59/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus?

Both devices scored 59/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Apple iPhone 17e (89/100 vs 57/100).

What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17e and the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus?

The Apple iPhone 17e has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus — 59/100.

Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus?

The Nothing Phone (2a) Plus leads on camera score (60/100 vs 34/100).

Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus?

The Apple iPhone 17e leads on performance (89/100 vs 57/100).

Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17e over the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus?

The Apple iPhone 17e is a better fit for gamers and power users.