Nothing Phone (1) vs Xiaomi 11i

The Nothing Phone (1) (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G, while the Xiaomi 11i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nothing Phone (1) leads — 35/100 vs 34/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 11i has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Nothing Phone (1) has NFC for contactless payments, the Xiaomi 11i doesn't.

The Nothing Phone (1) edges out the Xiaomi 11i by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (1)
Performance 1
Display 100
Camera 53
Battery 27
Design 58
Value for money 55
Xiaomi 11i
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 41
Battery 51
Design 41
Value for money 55
What makes Nothing Phone (1) better?
  • Lighter: 193g vs 207g

  • Higher performance (1/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (53/100 vs 41/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (58/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Xiaomi 11i better?
  • Bigger battery: 5160 vs 4500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 67W vs 33W
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP

  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 27/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nothing Phone (1) vs the Xiaomi 11i, the Nothing Phone (1) scores 1 points higher (35/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (1) leads (53/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 11i leads (51/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (1) and the Xiaomi 11i are nearly equal (1/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (1) is a bit better (53/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 11i notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (1) (51/100 vs 27/100). In the "design" category, the Nothing Phone (1) notably outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (58/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Nothing Phone (1): The Nothing Phone (1) is a better fit for everyday use.
Xiaomi 11i: The Xiaomi 11i is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nothing Phone (1) Xiaomi 11i
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G
AnTuTu 830458
Geekbench Single
Geekbench Multi
Display 6.5" OLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4500 mAh 5160 mAh
Charging 33W 67W
DXOMark (camera) 114
Main camera 50 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 8 MP
Front camera 16 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 12, Nothing OS 1.1.3 Android 11, MIUI 12.5
Brightness (peak) 700 nits 1200 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP53 IP53
Dimensions 159.2×75.8×8.3 mm 163.7×76.2×8.3 mm
Weight 193 g 207 g
Price
Camera comparison
Nothing Phone (1)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
53
camera
Xiaomi 11i
  • Main: 108MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
41
camera
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (1)
  • 6.5" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi 11i
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (1)
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
27
battery
Xiaomi 11i
  • 5160 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (1) and the Xiaomi 11i are nearly equal (1/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (1) is a bit better (53/100 vs 41/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 11i notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (1) (51/100 vs 27/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Nothing Phone (1) notably outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (58/100 vs 41/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (1) or the Xiaomi 11i?

The Nothing Phone (1) edges out the Xiaomi 11i by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (1) and the Xiaomi 11i?

The Nothing Phone (1) has a MobileRank rating of 35/100, the Xiaomi 11i — 34/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (1) or the Xiaomi 11i?

The Nothing Phone (1) leads on camera score (53/100 vs 41/100).

Should you choose the Nothing Phone (1) over the Xiaomi 11i?

The Nothing Phone (1) is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 11i is a better fit for everyday use.