Nothing Phone (2a) vs Nubia Z50S Pro
The Nothing Phone (2a) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro, while the Nubia Z50S Pro (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2; estimated prices are $349 and $662. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nothing Phone (2a) leads — 40/100 vs 37/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Z50S Pro has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 5000); the Nothing Phone (2a) is noticeably lighter (190g vs 228g).
Nothing Phone (2a)
Nubia Z50S Pro
- Lighter: 190g vs 228g
- Cheaper: $349 vs $662
- Higher performance (4/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (54/100 vs 51/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 15/100)
- Better value for money (86/100 vs 64/100)
- Bigger battery: 5100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 45W
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 42/100)
Comparing the Nothing Phone (2a) vs the Nubia Z50S Pro, the Nothing Phone (2a) scores 3 points higher (40/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro leads (54/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) leads (86/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) and the Nubia Z50S Pro are nearly equal (4/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) and the Nubia Z50S Pro are nearly equal (54/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro is a bit better (54/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (62/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) notably outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (86/100 vs 64/100).
| Specification | Nothing Phone (2a) | Nubia Z50S Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 985261 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1100 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3000 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2412x1084 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5100 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 / Nothing OS 2.5 | Android 13, MyOS 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 161.7×76.3×8.6 mm | 163.9×76.3×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 228 g | |
| Price | $349 | $662 |
Nothing Phone (2a)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Nubia Z50S Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Nothing Phone (2a)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2412x1084
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nubia Z50S Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nothing Phone (2a)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Nubia Z50S Pro
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $313. Nothing Phone (2a) is cheaper by $313.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) and the Nubia Z50S Pro are nearly equal (4/100 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 (2a) and the Nubia Z50S Pro are nearly equal (54/100 vs 51/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro is a bit better (54/100 vs 42/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (62/100 vs 15/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) notably outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (86/100 vs 64/100).
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the Nubia Z50S Pro?
The Nothing Phone (2a) edges out the Nubia Z50S Pro by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (2a) and the Nubia Z50S Pro?
The Nothing Phone (2a) has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Nubia Z50S Pro — 37/100.
Should you choose the Nothing Phone (2a) over the Nubia Z50S Pro?
The Nothing Phone (2a) is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Nubia Z50S Pro is a better fit for everyday use.