Nothing Phone (2a) vs OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra
The Nothing Phone (2a) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro, while the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+; estimated prices are $349 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra leads — 60/100 vs 40/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra has the bigger battery (6700 mAh vs 5000); the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,948,304 vs 985,261); the Nothing Phone (2a) is noticeably lighter (190g vs 206g).
Nothing Phone (2a)
OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra
- Lighter: 190g vs 206g
- Cheaper: $349 vs $350
- Better camera (54/100 vs 31/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 42/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2948304 vs 985261
- Better Geekbench Single: 2729 vs 1100
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8430 vs 3000
- Bigger battery: 6700 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (62/100 vs 4/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 42/100)
Comparing the Nothing Phone (2a) vs the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra scores 20 points higher (60/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra leads (62/100 vs 4/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) leads (54/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra leads (68/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (62/100 vs 4/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) notably outperforms the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra (54/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (68/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) notably outperforms the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra (62/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 86/100.
| Specification | Nothing Phone (2a) | OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | |
| AnTuTu | 985261 | 2948304 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1100 | 2729 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3000 | 8430 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2412x1084 | 1272x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6700 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 / Nothing OS 2.5 | Android 15, ColorOS 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 1400 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 161.7×76.3×8.6 mm | 163.4×77.0×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 206 g | |
| Price | $349 | $350 |
Nothing Phone (2a)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Nothing Phone (2a)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2412x1084
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Nothing Phone (2a)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra
- 6700 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Nothing Phone (2a) and OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra leads Nothing Phone (2a) by 66.6% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1. Nothing Phone (2a) is cheaper by $1.
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (62/100 vs 4/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) notably outperforms the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra (54/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (68/100 vs 42/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) notably outperforms the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra (62/100 vs 42/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 86/100.
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) by 20 points (60/100 vs 40/100).
What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (2a) and the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra?
The Nothing Phone (2a) has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra — 60/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra?
The Nothing Phone (2a) leads on camera score (54/100 vs 31/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra leads on performance (62/100 vs 4/100).
Should you choose the Nothing Phone (2a) over the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra?
The Nothing Phone (2a) is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.