Nokia 2780 Flip vs Nothing Phone (2a)

The Nokia 2780 Flip (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 215, while the Nothing Phone (2a) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro; estimated prices are $90 and $349. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nothing Phone (2a) leads — 40/100 vs 10/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Nothing Phone (2a) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 1450); the main camera is 5 MP vs 50 MP; the Nothing Phone (2a) has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia 2780 Flip doesn't; the Nokia 2780 Flip is noticeably lighter (131g vs 190g).

The Nothing Phone (2a) significantly outperforms the Nokia 2780 Flip by 30 points (40/100 vs 10/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 2780 Flip
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 0
Design 100
Value for money 100
Nothing Phone (2a)
Performance 4
Display 100
Camera 54
Battery 42
Design 62
Value for money 86
What makes Nokia 2780 Flip better?
  • Lighter: 131g vs 190g
  • Cheaper: $90 vs $349

  • Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 62/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 86/100)
What makes Nothing Phone (2a) better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 1450 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 5MP

  • Higher performance (4/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (54/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (42/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia 2780 Flip vs the Nothing Phone (2a), the Nothing Phone (2a) scores 30 points higher (40/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) leads (54/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) leads (42/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia 2780 Flip leads (100/100 vs 86/100). In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) and the Nokia 2780 Flip are nearly equal (4/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) significantly outperforms the Nokia 2780 Flip (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) significantly outperforms the Nokia 2780 Flip (54/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) significantly outperforms the Nokia 2780 Flip (42/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia 2780 Flip significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (100/100 vs 62/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia 2780 Flip is a bit better (100/100 vs 86/100).

Nokia 2780 Flip: The Nokia 2780 Flip is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Nothing Phone (2a): The Nothing Phone (2a) is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia 2780 Flip Nothing Phone (2a)
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 215 MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro
AnTuTu 985261
Geekbench Single 1100
Geekbench Multi 3000
Display 2.7" TFT LCD 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 240x320 2412x1084
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 1450 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 45W
Main camera 5 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 32 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB
OS KaiOS 3.1 Android 14 / Nothing OS 2.5
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP54
Dimensions 202.1×58.0×11.5 mm 161.7×76.3×8.6 mm
Weight 131 g 190 g
Price $90 $349
Camera comparison
Nokia 2780 Flip
  • Main: 5MP
  • Front: —
0
camera
Nothing Phone (2a)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.88
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
54
camera
Display comparison
Nokia 2780 Flip
  • 2.7" TFT LCD
  • Resolution: 240x320
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Nothing Phone (2a)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2412x1084
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Nokia 2780 Flip
  • 1450 mAh
  • No wireless charging
0
battery
Nothing Phone (2a)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nokia 2780 Flip
$90
Nothing Phone (2a)
$349

Price difference: $259. Nokia 2780 Flip is cheaper by $259.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) and the Nokia 2780 Flip are nearly equal (4/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) significantly outperforms the Nokia 2780 Flip (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) significantly outperforms the Nokia 2780 Flip (54/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) significantly outperforms the Nokia 2780 Flip (42/100 vs 0/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Nokia 2780 Flip significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (100/100 vs 62/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Nokia 2780 Flip is a bit better (100/100 vs 86/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 2780 Flip or the Nothing Phone (2a)?

The Nothing Phone (2a) significantly outperforms the Nokia 2780 Flip by 30 points (40/100 vs 10/100).

What is the rating of the Nokia 2780 Flip and the Nothing Phone (2a)?

The Nokia 2780 Flip has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Nothing Phone (2a) — 40/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia 2780 Flip or the Nothing Phone (2a)?

The Nothing Phone (2a) leads on camera score (54/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Nokia 2780 Flip over the Nothing Phone (2a)?

The Nokia 2780 Flip is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Nothing Phone (2a) is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.