Nothing Phone (2a) vs Xiaomi 15 Pro
The Nothing Phone (2a) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro, while the Xiaomi 15 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $349 and $771. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Pro leads — 83/100 vs 59/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Pro has the bigger battery (6100 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 15 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,001,049 vs 985,261); the Nothing Phone (2a) is noticeably lighter (190g vs 213g).
Nothing Phone (2a)
Xiaomi 15 Pro
- Lighter: 190g vs 213g
- Cheaper: $349 vs $771
- Better portability (59/100 vs 46/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3001049 vs 985261
- Better Geekbench Single: 2798 vs 1100
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10104 vs 3000
- Bigger battery: 6100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 58/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 57/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 80/100)
- Better value for money (78/100 vs 58/100)
Comparing the Nothing Phone (2a) vs the Xiaomi 15 Pro, the Xiaomi 15 Pro scores 24 points higher (83/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro leads (91/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro leads (78/100 vs 57/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro leads (80/100 vs 48/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro leads (78/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (91/100 vs 58/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (78/100 vs 57/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (80/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) is a bit better (59/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (78/100 vs 58/100).
| Specification | Nothing Phone (2a) | Xiaomi 15 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 985261 | 3001049 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1100 | 2798 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3000 | 10104 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2412x1084 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6100 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| 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 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.7×76.3×8.6 mm | 161.3×75.3×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 213 g | |
| Price | $349 | $771 |
Nothing Phone (2a)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 15 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Nothing Phone (2a)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2412x1084
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Pro
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nothing Phone (2a)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 15 Pro
- 6100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Nothing Phone (2a) and Xiaomi 15 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15 Pro leads Nothing Phone (2a) by 67.2% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $422. Nothing Phone (2a) is cheaper by $422.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (91/100 vs 58/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (78/100 vs 57/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (80/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) is a bit better (59/100 vs 46/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (78/100 vs 58/100).
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Xiaomi 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) by 24 points (83/100 vs 59/100).
What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (2a) and the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Nothing Phone (2a) has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Xiaomi 15 Pro — 83/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Xiaomi 15 Pro leads on camera score (78/100 vs 57/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Xiaomi 15 Pro leads on performance (91/100 vs 58/100).
Should you choose the Nothing Phone (2a) over the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Nothing Phone (2a) is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 15 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.