Nothing Phone (2a) vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Nothing Phone (2a) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $349 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 59/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,600,724 vs 985,261); the Nothing Phone (2a) is noticeably lighter (190g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (2a)
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
What makes Nothing Phone (2a) better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $349 vs $999
- Better portability (59/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3600724 vs 985261
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1100
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3000
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 58/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 57/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nothing Phone (2a) vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 30 points higher (89/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (97/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 57/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Nothing Phone (2a) — 52/100, Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 88/100; 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 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (97/100 vs 58/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (93/100 vs 57/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (80/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (59/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nothing Phone (2a) | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 985261 | 3600724 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1100 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3000 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" 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) | — | 166 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 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 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.7×76.3×8.6 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $349 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Nothing Phone (2a)
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (2a)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2412x1084
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (2a)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Nothing Phone (2a) and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Nothing Phone (2a) by 72.6% 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 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (97/100 vs 58/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (93/100 vs 57/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (80/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (59/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) by 30 points (89/100 vs 59/100).
What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (2a) and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Nothing Phone (2a) has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 57/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (97/100 vs 58/100).
Should you choose the Nothing Phone (2a) over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.