Nothing Phone (2a) vs Realme GT 8 Pro

The Nothing Phone (2a) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro, while the Realme GT 8 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $349 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads — 79/100 vs 40/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 Pro has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5000); the Realme GT 8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 985,261); the Nothing Phone (2a) is noticeably lighter (190g vs 207g).

The Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) by 39 points (79/100 vs 40/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (2a)
Performance 4
Display 100
Camera 54
Battery 42
Design 62
Value for money 86
Realme GT 8 Pro
Performance 92
Display 100
Camera 68
Battery 68
Design 41
Value for money 69
What makes Nothing Phone (2a) better?
  • Lighter: 190g vs 207g
  • Cheaper: $349 vs $599

  • Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 41/100)
  • Better value for money (86/100 vs 69/100)
What makes Realme GT 8 Pro better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 985261
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1100
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 3000
  • Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 45W

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 4/100)
  • Better camera (68/100 vs 54/100)
  • Longer battery life (68/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nothing Phone (2a) vs the Realme GT 8 Pro, the Realme GT 8 Pro scores 39 points higher (79/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (92/100 vs 4/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (68/100 vs 54/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (68/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) leads (86/100 vs 69/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (92/100 vs 4/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro is a bit better (68/100 vs 54/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (68/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 Pro (62/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 Pro (86/100 vs 69/100).

Nothing Phone (2a): The Nothing Phone (2a) is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Realme GT 8 Pro: The Realme GT 8 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Specs comparison
Specification Nothing Phone (2a) Realme GT 8 Pro
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 985261 3942923
Geekbench Single 1100 3640
Geekbench Multi 3000 11033
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 2412x1084 2780x1264
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 6500 mAh
Charging 45W 100W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 32 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 14 / Nothing OS 2.5 Android 15
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC yes
Protection IP54
Dimensions 161.7×76.3×8.6 mm
Weight 190 g 207 g
Price $349 $599
Camera comparison
Nothing Phone (2a)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.88
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
54
camera
Realme GT 8 Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
68
camera
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (2a)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2412x1084
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Realme GT 8 Pro
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2780x1264
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (2a)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Realme GT 8 Pro
  • 6500 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
68
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nothing Phone (2a) and Realme GT 8 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nothing Phone (2a) MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro
40/100
985261 AnTuTu
Realme GT 8 Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
79/100 +75.0%
3942923 AnTuTu

Realme GT 8 Pro leads Nothing Phone (2a) by 75.0% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nothing Phone (2a)
$349
Realme GT 8 Pro
$599

Price difference: $250. Nothing Phone (2a) is cheaper by $250.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (92/100 vs 4/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro is a bit better (68/100 vs 54/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (68/100 vs 42/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 Pro (62/100 vs 41/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 Pro (86/100 vs 69/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the Realme GT 8 Pro?

The Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) by 39 points (79/100 vs 40/100).

What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (2a) and the Realme GT 8 Pro?

The Nothing Phone (2a) has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Realme GT 8 Pro — 79/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the Realme GT 8 Pro?

The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on camera score (68/100 vs 54/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the Realme GT 8 Pro?

The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on performance (92/100 vs 4/100).

Should you choose the Nothing Phone (2a) over the Realme GT 8 Pro?

The Nothing Phone (2a) is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Realme GT 8 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users.