Nothing Phone (2a) vs Xiaomi Civi 1S

The Nothing Phone (2a) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro, while the Xiaomi Civi 1S (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nothing Phone (2a) leads — 40/100 vs 35/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Nothing Phone (2a) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Xiaomi Civi 1S is noticeably lighter (166g vs 190g).

The Nothing Phone (2a) edges out the Xiaomi Civi 1S by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (2a)
Performance 4
Display 100
Camera 54
Battery 42
Design 62
Value for money 86
Xiaomi Civi 1S
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 46
Battery 32
Design 92
Value for money 55
What makes Nothing Phone (2a) better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh

  • Higher performance (4/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (54/100 vs 46/100)
  • Longer battery life (42/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better value for money (86/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Xiaomi Civi 1S better?
  • Faster charging: 55W vs 45W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 166g vs 190g

  • Better design/ergonomics (92/100 vs 62/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nothing Phone (2a) vs the Xiaomi Civi 1S, the Nothing Phone (2a) scores 5 points higher (40/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) leads (42/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) leads (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) and the Xiaomi Civi 1S are nearly equal (4/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) is a bit better (54/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) is a bit better (42/100 vs 32/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (92/100 vs 62/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Civi 1S (86/100 vs 55/100).

Nothing Phone (2a): The Nothing Phone (2a) is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Xiaomi Civi 1S: The Xiaomi Civi 1S is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nothing Phone (2a) Xiaomi Civi 1S
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G
AnTuTu 985261
Geekbench Single 1100
Geekbench Multi 3000
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.5" OLED
Resolution 2412x1084 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 45W 55W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 8 MP
Front camera 32 MP 32 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 14 / Nothing OS 2.5 Android 12, MIUI 13
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits 950 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54 IP53
Dimensions 161.7×76.3×8.6 mm 158.3×71.5×7.0 mm
Weight 190 g 166 g
Price $349
Camera comparison
Nothing Phone (2a)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.88
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
54
camera
Xiaomi Civi 1S
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 32MP
46
camera
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (2a)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2412x1084
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi Civi 1S
  • 6.5" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (2a)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Xiaomi Civi 1S
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 55W
  • No wireless charging
32
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nothing Phone (2a)
$349
Xiaomi Civi 1S
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) and the Xiaomi Civi 1S are nearly equal (4/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) is a bit better (54/100 vs 46/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) is a bit better (42/100 vs 32/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (92/100 vs 62/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Civi 1S (86/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the Xiaomi Civi 1S?

The Nothing Phone (2a) edges out the Xiaomi Civi 1S by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (2a) and the Xiaomi Civi 1S?

The Nothing Phone (2a) has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Xiaomi Civi 1S — 35/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the Xiaomi Civi 1S?

The Nothing Phone (2a) leads on camera score (54/100 vs 46/100).

Should you choose the Nothing Phone (2a) over the Xiaomi Civi 1S?

The Nothing Phone (2a) is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi Civi 1S is a better fit for everyday use.