Nothing Phone (2a) vs OnePlus Nord 2T

The Nothing Phone (2a) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro, while the OnePlus Nord 2T (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300; estimated prices are $349 and $380. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nothing Phone (2a) leads — 40/100 vs 28/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Nothing Phone (2a) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500).

The Nothing Phone (2a) is noticeably better than the OnePlus Nord 2T — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (2a)
Performance 4
Display 100
Camera 54
Battery 42
Design 62
Value for money 86
OnePlus Nord 2T
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 39
Design 62
Value for money 84
What makes Nothing Phone (2a) better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
  • Cheaper: $349 vs $380

  • Higher performance (4/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (54/100 vs 37/100)
  • Longer battery life (42/100 vs 39/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (86/100 vs 84/100)
What makes OnePlus Nord 2T better?
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 45W

  • Overall rating 28/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nothing Phone (2a) vs the OnePlus Nord 2T, the Nothing Phone (2a) scores 12 points higher (40/100 vs 28/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) leads (54/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) and the OnePlus Nord 2T are nearly equal (4/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (54/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) and the OnePlus Nord 2T are nearly equal (42/100 vs 39/100). In the "design" category, both devices are on the same level — 62/100. In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) and the OnePlus Nord 2T are nearly equal (86/100 vs 84/100).

Nothing Phone (2a): The Nothing Phone (2a) is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
OnePlus Nord 2T: The OnePlus Nord 2T is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Nothing Phone (2a) OnePlus Nord 2T
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro MediaTek Dimensity 1300
AnTuTu 985261
Geekbench Single 1100
Geekbench Multi 3000
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 2412x1084 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 45W 80W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 8 MP
Front camera 32 MP 32 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 14 / Nothing OS 2.5 Android 11, OxygenOS 12.1
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54
Dimensions 161.7×76.3×8.6 mm 159.1×73.2×8.2 mm
Weight 190 g 190 g
Price $349 $380
Camera comparison
Nothing Phone (2a)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.88
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
54
camera
OnePlus Nord 2T
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 32MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (2a)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2412x1084
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
OnePlus Nord 2T
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (2a)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
OnePlus Nord 2T
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nothing Phone (2a)
$349
OnePlus Nord 2T
$380

Price difference: $31. Nothing Phone (2a) is cheaper by $31.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) and the OnePlus Nord 2T are nearly equal (4/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (54/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) and the OnePlus Nord 2T are nearly equal (42/100 vs 39/100).

design

In the "design" category, both devices are on the same level — 62/100.

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) and the OnePlus Nord 2T are nearly equal (86/100 vs 84/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the OnePlus Nord 2T?

The Nothing Phone (2a) is noticeably better than the OnePlus Nord 2T — the overall rating gap is 12 points.

What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (2a) and the OnePlus Nord 2T?

The Nothing Phone (2a) has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the OnePlus Nord 2T — 28/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the OnePlus Nord 2T?

The Nothing Phone (2a) leads on camera score (54/100 vs 37/100).

Should you choose the Nothing Phone (2a) over the OnePlus Nord 2T?

The Nothing Phone (2a) is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The OnePlus Nord 2T is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.