Nothing Phone (2) vs ZTE Libero 5G III

The Nothing Phone (2) (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, while the ZTE Libero 5G III (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Nothing Phone (2) leads — 44/100 vs 7/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Nothing Phone (2) has the bigger battery (4700 mAh vs 4120); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP.

The Nothing Phone (2) significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III by 37 points (44/100 vs 7/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (2)
Performance 18
Display 100
Camera 54
Battery 38
Design 48
Value for money 69
ZTE Libero 5G III
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 15
Design 41
Value for money 55
What makes Nothing Phone (2) better?
  • Bigger battery: 4700 vs 4120 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Lighter: 201g vs 207g

  • Higher performance (18/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (54/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (38/100 vs 15/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (48/100 vs 41/100)
  • Better value for money (69/100 vs 55/100)
What makes ZTE Libero 5G III better?

  • Overall rating 7/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nothing Phone (2) vs the ZTE Libero 5G III, the Nothing Phone (2) scores 37 points higher (44/100 vs 7/100). 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 "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (2) leads (38/100 vs 15/100). 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 Libero 5G III (18/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Nothing Phone (2) significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2) significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (54/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (2) notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (38/100 vs 15/100). 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 Libero 5G III: The ZTE Libero 5G III is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nothing Phone (2) ZTE Libero 5G III
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 MediaTek Dimensity 700 ()
AnTuTu 1436722
Geekbench Single 1500
Geekbench Multi 4200
Display 6.7" LTPO AMOLED 6.7" OLED
Resolution 2412x1080 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 4700 mAh 4120 mAh
Charging 45W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
Main camera 50 MP 13 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 32 MP 8 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 64GB
OS Android 13 / Nothing OS 2.0 Android 12 Snow Cone
Brightness (peak) 1600 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54
Dimensions 162.1×76.4×8.6 mm 78.0×168.0×9.1 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 Libero 5G III
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 8MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (2)
  • 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2412x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
ZTE Libero 5G III
  • 6.7" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (2)
  • 4700 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
38
battery
ZTE Libero 5G III
  • 4120 mAh
  • No wireless charging
15
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nothing Phone (2)
$599
ZTE Libero 5G III
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (2) notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (18/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Nothing Phone (2) significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2) significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (54/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (2) notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (38/100 vs 15/100).

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 Libero 5G III?

The Nothing Phone (2) significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III by 37 points (44/100 vs 7/100).

What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (2) and the ZTE Libero 5G III?

The Nothing Phone (2) has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the ZTE Libero 5G III — 7/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (2) or the ZTE Libero 5G III?

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

Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (2) or the ZTE Libero 5G III?

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

Should you choose the Nothing Phone (2) over the ZTE Libero 5G III?

The Nothing Phone (2) is a better fit for everyday use. The ZTE Libero 5G III is a better fit for everyday use.