Nothing Phone (2a) vs Redmi 11A

Comparing the Nothing Phone (2a) (2024) and the Redmi 11A (2022) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nothing Phone (2a) leads — 40/100 vs 16/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Nothing Phone (2a) has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 11A doesn't.

The Nothing Phone (2a) significantly outperforms the Redmi 11A by 24 points (40/100 vs 16/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (2a)
Performance 4
Display 100
Camera 54
Battery 42
Design 62
Value for money 86
Redmi 11A
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 24
Battery 36
Design 50
Value for money 55
What makes Nothing Phone (2a) better?
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 10W

  • Higher performance (4/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (54/100 vs 24/100)
  • Longer battery life (42/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (86/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi 11A better?

  • Overall rating 16/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nothing Phone (2a) vs the Redmi 11A, the Nothing Phone (2a) scores 24 points higher (40/100 vs 16/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) leads (54/100 vs 24/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) leads (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) and the Redmi 11A are nearly equal (4/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) significantly outperforms the Redmi 11A (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) significantly outperforms the Redmi 11A (54/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) is a bit better (42/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) significantly outperforms the Redmi 11A (86/100 vs 55/100).

Nothing Phone (2a): The Nothing Phone (2a) is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Redmi 11A: The Redmi 11A is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nothing Phone (2a) Redmi 11A
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro
AnTuTu 985261
Geekbench Single 1100
Geekbench Multi 3000
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.7" IPS LCD
Resolution 2412x1084 720x1650
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 45W 10W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 32 MP 5 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 2GB / 3GB / 4GB / 6GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 32GB / 64GB / 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 14 / Nothing OS 2.5 Android 12, MIUI
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 161.7×76.3×8.6 mm
Weight 190 g
Price $349
Camera comparison
Nothing Phone (2a)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.88
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
54
camera
Redmi 11A
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 5MP
24
camera
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (2a)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2412x1084
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Redmi 11A
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1650
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (2a)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Redmi 11A
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 10W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nothing Phone (2a)
$349
Redmi 11A
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) and the Redmi 11A are nearly equal (4/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) significantly outperforms the Redmi 11A (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) significantly outperforms the Redmi 11A (54/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) is a bit better (42/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) significantly outperforms the Redmi 11A (86/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the Redmi 11A?

The Nothing Phone (2a) significantly outperforms the Redmi 11A by 24 points (40/100 vs 16/100).

What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (2a) and the Redmi 11A?

The Nothing Phone (2a) has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Redmi 11A — 16/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the Redmi 11A?

The Nothing Phone (2a) leads on camera score (54/100 vs 24/100).

Should you choose the Nothing Phone (2a) over the Redmi 11A?

The Nothing Phone (2a) is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi 11A is a better fit for everyday use.