Nothing Phone (2a) vs Vivo X300
The Nothing Phone (2a) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro, while the Vivo X300 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $349 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 leads — 82/100 vs 59/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 is faster in AnTuTu (3,330,801 vs 985,261); the Nothing Phone (2a) is noticeably lighter (190g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (2a)
Vivo X300
What makes Nothing Phone (2a) better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $349 vs $499
- Better portability (59/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo X300 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3330801 vs 985261
- Better Geekbench Single: 3352 vs 1100
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10402 vs 3000
- Faster charging: 80W vs 45W
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 58/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 57/100)
- Longer battery life (69/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nothing Phone (2a) vs the Vivo X300, the Vivo X300 scores 23 points higher (82/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 leads (94/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 leads (78/100 vs 57/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 leads (69/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Nothing Phone (2a) — 52/100, Vivo X300 — 86/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (94/100 vs 58/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 and the Nothing Phone (2a) are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (78/100 vs 57/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (69/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) and the Vivo X300 are nearly equal (59/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nothing Phone (2a) | Vivo X300 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 985261 | 3330801 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1100 | 3352 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3000 | 10402 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2412x1084 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| 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 | |
| OS | Android 14 / Nothing OS 2.5 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.7×76.3×8.6 mm | 150.6×71.9×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $349 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Nothing Phone (2a)
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X300
- Main: 50MP 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
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (2a)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Nothing Phone (2a) and Vivo X300, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 leads Nothing Phone (2a) by 70.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $150. Nothing Phone (2a) was $150 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (94/100 vs 58/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 and the Nothing Phone (2a) are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (78/100 vs 57/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (69/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) and the Vivo X300 are nearly equal (59/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the Vivo X300?
The Vivo X300 significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) by 23 points (82/100 vs 59/100).
What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (2a) and the Vivo X300?
The Nothing Phone (2a) has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Vivo X300 — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the Vivo X300?
The Vivo X300 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 57/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the Vivo X300?
The Vivo X300 leads on performance (94/100 vs 58/100).
Should you choose the Nothing Phone (2a) over the Vivo X300?
The Vivo X300 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.