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).

The Xiaomi 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) by 24 points (83/100 vs 59/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (2a)
Performance 58
Display 80
Camera 57
Battery 48
Portability 59
Value for money 58
Xiaomi 15 Pro
Performance 91
Display 90
Camera 78
Battery 80
Portability 46
Value for money 78
What makes Nothing Phone (2a) better?
  • Lighter: 190g vs 213g
  • Cheaper: $349 vs $771

  • Better portability (59/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 Pro better?
  • 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)
Comparison verdict

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).

Nothing Phone (2a): The Nothing Phone (2a) is a better fit for everyday use.
Xiaomi 15 Pro: The Xiaomi 15 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
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
Camera comparison
Nothing Phone (2a)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.88
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
57
camera
Xiaomi 15 Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.4
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
78
camera
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (2a)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2412x1084
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
80
display
Xiaomi 15 Pro
  • 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 3200x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
90
display
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (2a)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Xiaomi 15 Pro
  • 6100 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 50W
80
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nothing Phone (2a) and Xiaomi 15 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nothing Phone (2a) MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro
59/100
985261 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 15 Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
83/100 +67.2%
3001049 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 15 Pro leads Nothing Phone (2a) by 67.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nothing Phone (2a)
$349
Xiaomi 15 Pro
$771

Price difference: $422. Nothing Phone (2a) is cheaper by $422.

Detailed category analysis
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).

Frequently asked questions
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.