Nothing Phone (2a) vs Vivo iQOO 13

The Nothing Phone (2a) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $349 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 59/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 985,261); the Nothing Phone (2a) is noticeably lighter (190g vs 207g).

The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) by 25 points (84/100 vs 59/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (2a)
Performance 58
Display 80
Camera 57
Battery 48
Portability 59
Value for money 58
Vivo iQOO 13
Performance 92
Display 99
Camera 78
Battery 73
Portability 55
Value for money 80
What makes Nothing Phone (2a) better?
  • Lighter: 190g vs 207g
  • Cheaper: $349 vs $650

  • Better portability (59/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 985261
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1100
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 3000
  • Bigger battery: 6150 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 45W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 58/100)
  • Better camera (78/100 vs 57/100)
  • Longer battery life (73/100 vs 48/100)
  • Better display (99/100 vs 80/100)
  • Better value for money (80/100 vs 58/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nothing Phone (2a) vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 25 points higher (84/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (92/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 57/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 48/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (80/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (92/100 vs 58/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (99/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (78/100 vs 57/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (73/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) and the Vivo iQOO 13 are nearly equal (59/100 vs 55/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (80/100 vs 58/100).

Nothing Phone (2a): The Nothing Phone (2a) is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo iQOO 13: The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Nothing Phone (2a) Vivo iQOO 13
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 985261 3119308
Geekbench Single 1100 3041
Geekbench Multi 3000 9494
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 2412x1084 1440x3168
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 6150 mAh
Charging 45W 120W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 32 MP 32 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 14 / Nothing OS 2.5 Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China)
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54 IP68
Dimensions 161.7×76.3×8.6 mm 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm
Weight 190 g 207 g
Price $349 $650
Camera comparison
Nothing Phone (2a)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.88
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
57
camera
Vivo iQOO 13
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
78
camera
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (2a)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2412x1084
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
80
display
Vivo iQOO 13
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3168
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
99
display
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (2a)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Vivo iQOO 13
  • 6150 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 14:22 hrs, total 30:28 hrs
  • Wired: 120W
  • No wireless charging
73
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nothing Phone (2a) and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nothing Phone (2a) MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro
59/100
985261 AnTuTu
Vivo iQOO 13 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
84/100 +68.4%
3119308 AnTuTu

Vivo iQOO 13 leads Nothing Phone (2a) by 68.4% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nothing Phone (2a)
$349
Vivo iQOO 13
$650

Price difference: $301. Nothing Phone (2a) is cheaper by $301.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (92/100 vs 58/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (99/100 vs 80/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (78/100 vs 57/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (73/100 vs 48/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) and the Vivo iQOO 13 are nearly equal (59/100 vs 55/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (80/100 vs 58/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the Vivo iQOO 13?

The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) by 25 points (84/100 vs 59/100).

What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (2a) and the Vivo iQOO 13?

The Nothing Phone (2a) has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the Vivo iQOO 13?

The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 57/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the Vivo iQOO 13?

The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (92/100 vs 58/100).

Should you choose the Nothing Phone (2a) over the Vivo iQOO 13?

The Nothing Phone (2a) is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.