Nothing Phone (2a) vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Nothing Phone (2a) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $349 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 88/100 vs 59/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 985,261); the Nothing Phone (2a) is noticeably lighter (190g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (2a)
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes Nothing Phone (2a) better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $349 vs $999
- Better portability (59/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 985261
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1100
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3000
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 58/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 57/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nothing Phone (2a) vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 29 points higher (88/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 57/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Nothing Phone (2a) — 52/100, Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 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 Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (98/100 vs 58/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max and the Nothing Phone (2a) are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (87/100 vs 57/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (89/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) is a bit better (59/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nothing Phone (2a) | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 985261 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1100 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3000 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2412x1084 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| 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 | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 / Nothing OS 2.5 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.7×76.3×8.6 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $349 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Nothing Phone (2a)
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (2a)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2412x1084
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (2a)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Nothing Phone (2a) and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Nothing Phone (2a) by 75.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $650. Nothing Phone (2a) was $650 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (98/100 vs 58/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max and the Nothing Phone (2a) are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (87/100 vs 57/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (89/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) is a bit better (59/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) by 29 points (88/100 vs 59/100).
What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (2a) and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Nothing Phone (2a) has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 57/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 58/100).
Should you choose the Nothing Phone (2a) over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.