Google Pixel 11a vs Nothing Phone (2)
The Google Pixel 11a (2026) runs on the Google Tensor G6, while the Nothing Phone (2) (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 11a leads — 65/100 vs 63/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 11a has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 4700); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 11a is faster in AnTuTu (1,933,536 vs 1,436,634).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 11a
Nothing Phone (2)
What makes Google Pixel 11a better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1933536 vs 1436634
- Better Geekbench Single: 2755 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7563 vs 4200
- Bigger battery: 5100 vs 4700 mAh
- Higher performance (83/100 vs 68/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Nothing Phone (2) better?
- Faster charging: 45W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 15W vs 10W
- Better camera (57/100 vs 36/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 11a vs the Nothing Phone (2), the Google Pixel 11a scores 2 points higher (65/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a leads (83/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2) leads (57/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (2) (83/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11a and the Nothing Phone (2) are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2) notably outperforms the Google Pixel 11a (57/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11a and the Nothing Phone (2) are nearly equal (54/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 11a | Nothing Phone (2) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G6 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 1933536 | 1436634 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2755 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7563 | 4200 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2424 | 2412x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 4700 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | — | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 13 / Nothing OS 2.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3350 nits | 1600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.1×76.4×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | — | 201 g | |
| Launch price | — | $599 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: —
Nothing Phone (2)
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2424
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nothing Phone (2)
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2412x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 11a
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 10W
Nothing Phone (2)
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 11a and Nothing Phone (2), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 11a leads Nothing Phone (2) by 34.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Google Pixel 11a
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (2) (83/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11a and the Nothing Phone (2) are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2) notably outperforms the Google Pixel 11a (57/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11a and the Nothing Phone (2) are nearly equal (54/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 11a or the Nothing Phone (2)?
The Google Pixel 11a edges out the Nothing Phone (2) by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 11a and the Nothing Phone (2)?
The Google Pixel 11a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Nothing Phone (2) — 63/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 11a or the Nothing Phone (2)?
The Nothing Phone (2) leads on camera score (57/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 11a or the Nothing Phone (2)?
The Google Pixel 11a leads on performance (83/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 11a over the Nothing Phone (2)?
The Google Pixel 11a is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Nothing Phone (2) is a better fit for active users.