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).

The Nothing Phone (2a) edges out the Nubia Z50S Pro by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (2a)
Performance 4
Display 100
Camera 54
Battery 42
Design 62
Value for money 86
Nubia Z50S Pro
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 51
Battery 54
Design 15
Value for money 64
What makes Nothing Phone (2a) better?
  • 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)
What makes Nubia Z50S Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 5100 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 45W

  • Longer battery life (54/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict

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).

Nothing Phone (2a): The Nothing Phone (2a) is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Nubia Z50S Pro: The Nubia Z50S Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
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
Camera comparison
Nothing Phone (2a)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.88
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
54
camera
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
51
camera
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (2a)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2412x1084
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (2a)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • 5100 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
54
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nothing Phone (2a)
$349
Nubia Z50S Pro
$662

Price difference: $313. Nothing Phone (2a) is cheaper by $313.

Detailed category analysis
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).

Frequently asked questions
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.