Nothing Phone (2a) vs Vivo Y500
The Nothing Phone (2a) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro, while the Vivo Y500 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7300; estimated prices are $349 and $345. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nothing Phone (2a) leads — 40/100 vs 36/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y500 has the bigger battery (8100 mAh vs 5000); the Nothing Phone (2a) has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y500 doesn't; the Nothing Phone (2a) is noticeably lighter (190g vs 210g).
Nothing Phone (2a)
Vivo Y500
- Faster charging: 45W vs 44W
- Lighter: 190g vs 210g
- Higher performance (4/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (54/100 vs 34/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 37/100)
- Bigger battery: 8100 vs 5000 mAh
- Cheaper: $345 vs $349
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 42/100)
Comparing the Nothing Phone (2a) vs the Vivo Y500, the Nothing Phone (2a) scores 4 points higher (40/100 vs 36/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) leads (54/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 leads (61/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) and the Vivo Y500 are nearly equal (4/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) notably outperforms the Vivo Y500 (54/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (61/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) notably outperforms the Vivo Y500 (62/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 86/100.
| Specification | Nothing Phone (2a) | Vivo Y500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro | Unisoc T7300 | |
| AnTuTu | 985261 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1100 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3000 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2412x1084 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8100 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 / Nothing OS 2.5 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 161.7×76.3×8.6 mm | 163.7×76.2×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 210 g | |
| Price | $349 | $345 |
Nothing Phone (2a)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo Y500
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 32MP
Nothing Phone (2a)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2412x1084
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y500
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nothing Phone (2a)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y500
- 8100 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $4. Vivo Y500 is cheaper by $4.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) and the Vivo Y500 are nearly equal (4/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) notably outperforms the Vivo Y500 (54/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (61/100 vs 42/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) notably outperforms the Vivo Y500 (62/100 vs 37/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 86/100.
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the Vivo Y500?
The Nothing Phone (2a) edges out the Vivo Y500 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (2a) and the Vivo Y500?
The Nothing Phone (2a) has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Vivo Y500 — 36/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the Vivo Y500?
The Nothing Phone (2a) leads on camera score (54/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Nothing Phone (2a) over the Vivo Y500?
The Nothing Phone (2a) is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y500 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.