Nothing Phone (2a) vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
The Nothing Phone (2a) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro, while the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $349 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 59/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,030,376 vs 985,261); the Nothing Phone (2a) is noticeably lighter (190g vs 225g).
Nothing Phone (2a)
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Lighter: 190g vs 225g
- Cheaper: $349 vs $999
- Better portability (59/100 vs 29/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3030376 vs 985261
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 1100
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10200 vs 3000
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 58/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 57/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 80/100)
- Better value for money (82/100 vs 58/100)
Comparing the Nothing Phone (2a) vs the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 26 points higher (85/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 57/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 48/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (82/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (92/100 vs 58/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (87/100 vs 57/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (80/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (59/100 vs 29/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (82/100 vs 58/100).
| Specification | Nothing Phone (2a) | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 985261 | 3030376 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1100 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3000 | 10200 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2412x1084 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| 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 | 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 | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 225 g | |
| Price | $349 | $999 |
Nothing Phone (2a)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Nothing Phone (2a)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2412x1084
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nothing Phone (2a)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:19 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Nothing Phone (2a) and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads Nothing Phone (2a) by 67.5% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $650. Nothing Phone (2a) is cheaper by $650.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (92/100 vs 58/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (87/100 vs 57/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (80/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (59/100 vs 29/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (82/100 vs 58/100).
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) by 26 points (85/100 vs 59/100).
What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (2a) and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Nothing Phone (2a) has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 57/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 58/100).
Should you choose the Nothing Phone (2a) over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Nothing Phone (2a) is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.