Nothing Phone (2a) vs Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
The Nothing Phone (2a) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro, while the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $349 and $830. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 leads — 74/100 vs 59/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 has the bigger battery (5165 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,402 vs 985,261); the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 is thinner (7.6mm vs 8.6mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (2a)
Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
What makes Nothing Phone (2a) better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 199g
- Cheaper at launch: $349 vs $830
- Overall rating 59/100
What makes Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126402 vs 985261
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1100
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 3000
- Bigger battery: 5165 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 45W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 58/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nothing Phone (2a) vs the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 scores 15 points higher (74/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 leads (91/100 vs 58/100). Value score: Nothing Phone (2a) — 52/100, Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 — 62/100; 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 Mix Flip 2 significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (91/100 vs 58/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 57/100. In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 is a bit better (56/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 is a bit better (64/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nothing Phone (2a) | Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 985261 | 3126402 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1100 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3000 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" Foldable LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2412x1084 | 1224x2912 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5165 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 67W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 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 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 161.7×76.3×8.6 mm | 166.9×73.8×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $349 | $830 |
Camera comparison
Nothing Phone (2a)
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (2a)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2412x1084
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
- 6.9" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1224x2912
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (2a)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
- 5165 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Nothing Phone (2a) and Xiaomi Mix Flip 2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 leads Nothing Phone (2a) by 68.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $481. Nothing Phone (2a) was $481 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (91/100 vs 58/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 57/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 is a bit better (56/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 is a bit better (64/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2?
The Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 is noticeably better than the Nothing Phone (2a) — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (2a) and the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2?
The Nothing Phone (2a) has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 — 74/100.
Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2?
The Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 leads on performance (91/100 vs 58/100).
Should you choose the Nothing Phone (2a) over the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2?
The Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 is a better fit for gamers and power users.