Nothing Phone (2a) vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
The Nothing Phone (2a) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600; launch prices were $349 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads — 66/100 vs 59/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Nothing Phone (2a) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4300); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,830 vs 985,261).
Nothing Phone (2a)
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $349 vs $1099
- Better camera (57/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 37/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 985261
- Better Geekbench Single: 3271 vs 1100
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11051 vs 3000
- Lighter: 180g vs 190g
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 58/100)
- Better portability (80/100 vs 59/100)
Comparing the Nothing Phone (2a) vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 scores 7 points higher (66/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 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 Nothing Phone (2a) leads (48/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Nothing Phone (2a) — 58/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 44/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (94/100 vs 58/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 80/100. In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (57/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) is a bit better (48/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (80/100 vs 59/100).
| Specification | Nothing Phone (2a) | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro | Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 985261 | 3161830 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1100 | 3271 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3000 | 11051 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2412x1084 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 / Nothing OS 2.5 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 161.7×76.3×8.6 mm | — | |
| Weight | 190 g | 180 g | |
| Launch price | $349 | $1099 |
Nothing Phone (2a)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Nothing Phone (2a)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2412x1084
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nothing Phone (2a)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Nothing Phone (2a) and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads Nothing Phone (2a) by 68.8% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $750. Nothing Phone (2a) was $750 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (94/100 vs 58/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 80/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (57/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) is a bit better (48/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (80/100 vs 59/100).
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 edges out the Nothing Phone (2a) by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (2a) and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Nothing Phone (2a) has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Nothing Phone (2a) leads on camera score (57/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (94/100 vs 58/100).
Should you choose the Nothing Phone (2a) over the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Nothing Phone (2a) is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.