Nothing Phone (2) vs ZTE Blade V50S 2023

The Nothing Phone (2) (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, while the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (2023) runs on the Spreadtrum Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nothing Phone (2) leads — 44/100 vs 16/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4700); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Nothing Phone (2) has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 doesn't.

The Nothing Phone (2) significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 by 28 points (44/100 vs 16/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (2)
Performance 18
Display 100
Camera 54
Battery 38
Design 48
Value for money 69
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 41
Value for money 55
What makes Nothing Phone (2) better?
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
  • Lighter: 201g vs 207g

  • Higher performance (18/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (54/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (38/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (48/100 vs 41/100)
  • Better value for money (69/100 vs 55/100)
What makes ZTE Blade V50S 2023 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4700 mAh

  • Overall rating 16/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nothing Phone (2) vs the ZTE Blade V50S 2023, the Nothing Phone (2) scores 28 points higher (44/100 vs 16/100). In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (2) leads (18/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2) leads (54/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (2) leads (69/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (2) notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (18/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Nothing Phone (2) significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2) significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (54/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (2) and the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 are nearly equal (38/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Nothing Phone (2) is a bit better (48/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (2) is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100).

Nothing Phone (2): The Nothing Phone (2) is a better fit for everyday use.
ZTE Blade V50S 2023: The ZTE Blade V50S 2023 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nothing Phone (2) ZTE Blade V50S 2023
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 Spreadtrum Unisoc
AnTuTu 1436722
Geekbench Single 1500
Geekbench Multi 4200
Display 6.7" LTPO AMOLED 6.6" LCD IPS
Resolution 2412x1080 1080x2408
Refresh rate 120 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 4700 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 45W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
Main camera 50 MP 13 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 32 MP 5 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 256GB
OS Android 13 / Nothing OS 2.0 Android 12 Snow Cone
Brightness (peak) 1600 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 162.1×76.4×8.6 mm 165.0×76.1×8.3 mm
Weight 201 g 207 g
Price $599
Camera comparison
Nothing Phone (2)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.88
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
54
camera
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (2)
  • 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2412x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
  • 6.6" LCD IPS
  • Resolution: 1080x2408
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (2)
  • 4700 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
38
battery
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nothing Phone (2)
$599
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (2) notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (18/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Nothing Phone (2) significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2) significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (54/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (2) and the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 are nearly equal (38/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Nothing Phone (2) is a bit better (48/100 vs 41/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (2) is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (2) or the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

The Nothing Phone (2) significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 by 28 points (44/100 vs 16/100).

What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (2) and the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

The Nothing Phone (2) has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 — 16/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (2) or the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

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

Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (2) or the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

The Nothing Phone (2) leads on performance (18/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Nothing Phone (2) over the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

The Nothing Phone (2) is a better fit for everyday use. The ZTE Blade V50S 2023 is a better fit for everyday use.