ASUS ROG Phone 7 vs Nothing Phone (2)

The ASUS ROG Phone 7 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Nothing Phone (2) (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. Both devices score the same overall rating of 63/100. Key differences: the ASUS ROG Phone 7 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4700); the ASUS ROG Phone 7 is faster in AnTuTu (1,754,213 vs 1,436,722); the Nothing Phone (2) is noticeably lighter (201g vs 239g).

Both devices scored the same rating of 63/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 7
Performance 75
Display 89
Camera 42
Battery 60
Portability 20
Value for money
Nothing Phone (2)
Performance 68
Display 80
Camera 57
Battery 50
Portability 52
Value for money 38
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 7 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1754213 vs 1436722
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 1500
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 5311 vs 4200
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4700 mAh
  • Faster charging: 65W vs 45W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (75/100 vs 68/100)
  • Longer battery life (60/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Nothing Phone (2) better?
  • Lighter: 201g vs 239g

  • Better camera (57/100 vs 42/100)
  • Better portability (52/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict

The ASUS ROG Phone 7 and the Nothing Phone (2) received the same MobileRank rating — 63/100. In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2) leads (57/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 leads (60/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 is a bit better (75/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2) notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 (57/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (2) significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 (52/100 vs 20/100).

ASUS ROG Phone 7: The ASUS ROG Phone 7 is a better fit for active users.
Nothing Phone (2): The Nothing Phone (2) is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification ASUS ROG Phone 7 Nothing Phone (2)
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
AnTuTu 1754213 1436722
Geekbench Single 2004 1500
Geekbench Multi 5311 4200
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2448 2412x1080
Refresh rate 165 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 6000 mAh 4700 mAh
Charging 65W 45W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 50 MP
Front camera 32 MP 32 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 128GB / 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades Android 13 / Nothing OS 2.0
Brightness (peak) 1500 nits 1600 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54 IP54
Dimensions 173.0×77.0×10.3 mm 162.1×76.4×8.6 mm
Weight 239 g 201 g
Launch price $599
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 7
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
42
camera
Nothing Phone (2)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.88
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
57
camera
Display comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 7
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2448
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
89
display
Nothing Phone (2)
  • 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2412x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
80
display
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 7
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 65W
  • No wireless charging
60
battery
Nothing Phone (2)
  • 4700 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
50
battery
Overall performance score

We compared ASUS ROG Phone 7 and Nothing Phone (2), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

ASUS ROG Phone 7 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
63/100
1754213 AnTuTu
Nothing Phone (2) Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
63/100 -22.1%
1436722 AnTuTu

ASUS ROG Phone 7 leads Nothing Phone (2) by 22.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
ASUS ROG Phone 7
Price unknown
Nothing Phone (2)
$599
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 is a bit better (75/100 vs 68/100).

display

In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2) notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 (57/100 vs 42/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (2) significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 (52/100 vs 20/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 7 or the Nothing Phone (2)?

Both devices scored 63/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the ASUS ROG Phone 7.

What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 7 and the Nothing Phone (2)?

The ASUS ROG Phone 7 has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Nothing Phone (2) — 63/100.

Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 7 or the Nothing Phone (2)?

The Nothing Phone (2) leads on camera score (57/100 vs 42/100).

Which is more powerful: the ASUS ROG Phone 7 or the Nothing Phone (2)?

The ASUS ROG Phone 7 leads on performance (75/100 vs 68/100).

Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 7 over the Nothing Phone (2)?

The ASUS ROG Phone 7 is a better fit for active users. The Nothing Phone (2) is a better fit for active users.