Nothing Phone (2a) vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Nothing Phone (2a) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $349 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 88/100 vs 59/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,326,259 vs 985,261); the Nothing Phone (2a) is noticeably lighter (190g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (2a)
Vivo X300 Pro
What makes Nothing Phone (2a) better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $349 vs $899
- Better portability (59/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3326259 vs 985261
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1100
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3000
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 58/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 57/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nothing Phone (2a) vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 29 points higher (88/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (94/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 57/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Nothing Phone (2a) — 52/100, Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (94/100 vs 58/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro and the Nothing Phone (2a) are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (96/100 vs 57/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (81/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (59/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nothing Phone (2a) | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 985261 | 3326259 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1100 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3000 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2412x1084 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 171 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 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 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.7×76.3×8.6 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $349 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Nothing Phone (2a)
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (2a)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2412x1084
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (2a)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:30 hrs, total 24:37 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Nothing Phone (2a) and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Nothing Phone (2a) by 70.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $550. Nothing Phone (2a) was $550 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (94/100 vs 58/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro and the Nothing Phone (2a) are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (96/100 vs 57/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (81/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (59/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) by 29 points (88/100 vs 59/100).
What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (2a) and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Nothing Phone (2a) has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 57/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (94/100 vs 58/100).
Should you choose the Nothing Phone (2a) over the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.