Nothing Phone (2a) vs OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra
The Nothing Phone (2a) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro, while the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $349 and $555. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra leads — 74/100 vs 59/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra has the bigger battery (8600 mAh vs 5000); the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,429,868 vs 985,261); the Nothing Phone (2a) is noticeably lighter (190g vs 217g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (2a)
OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra
What makes Nothing Phone (2a) better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 217g
- Cheaper at launch: $349 vs $555
- Better camera (57/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (59/100 vs 43/100)
What makes OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3429868 vs 985261
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1100
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3000
- Bigger battery: 8600 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 58/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nothing Phone (2a) vs the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra scores 15 points higher (74/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra leads (94/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) leads (57/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra leads (82/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Nothing Phone (2a) — 52/100, OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra — 66/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (94/100 vs 58/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) notably outperforms the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra (57/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (82/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) notably outperforms the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra (59/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nothing Phone (2a) | OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 985261 | 3429868 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1100 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3000 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2412x1084 | 1272x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8600 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 120W | |
| 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 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 161.7×76.3×8.6 mm | 162.5×77.5×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $349 | $555 |
Camera comparison
Nothing Phone (2a)
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (2a)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2412x1084
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (2a)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra
- 8600 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Nothing Phone (2a) and OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra leads Nothing Phone (2a) by 71.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $206. Nothing Phone (2a) was $206 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (94/100 vs 58/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) notably outperforms the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra (57/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (82/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) notably outperforms the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra (59/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra?
The OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra is noticeably better than the Nothing Phone (2a) — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (2a) and the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra?
The Nothing Phone (2a) has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra?
The Nothing Phone (2a) leads on camera score (57/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra?
The OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra leads on performance (94/100 vs 58/100).
Should you choose the Nothing Phone (2a) over the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra?
The OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.