Nothing Phone (2a) vs ZTE Blade V50S 2023

The Nothing Phone (2a) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro, while the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (2023) runs on the Spreadtrum Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nothing Phone (2a) leads — 40/100 vs 16/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Nothing Phone (2a) has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 doesn't; the Nothing Phone (2a) is noticeably lighter (190g vs 207g).

The Nothing Phone (2a) significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 by 24 points (40/100 vs 16/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (2a)
Performance 4
Display 100
Camera 54
Battery 42
Design 62
Value for money 86
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 41
Value for money 55
What makes Nothing Phone (2a) better?
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
  • Lighter: 190g vs 207g

  • Higher performance (4/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (54/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (42/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 41/100)
  • Better value for money (86/100 vs 55/100)
What makes ZTE Blade V50S 2023 better?

  • Overall rating 16/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nothing Phone (2a) vs the ZTE Blade V50S 2023, the Nothing Phone (2a) scores 24 points higher (40/100 vs 16/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) leads (54/100 vs 0/100). 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 ZTE Blade V50S 2023 are nearly equal (4/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (54/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) is a bit better (42/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (62/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (86/100 vs 55/100).

Nothing Phone (2a): The Nothing Phone (2a) is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
ZTE Blade V50S 2023: The ZTE Blade V50S 2023 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nothing Phone (2a) ZTE Blade V50S 2023
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro Spreadtrum Unisoc
AnTuTu 985261
Geekbench Single 1100
Geekbench Multi 3000
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.6" LCD IPS
Resolution 2412x1084 1080x2408
Refresh rate 120 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 45W
Main camera 50 MP 13 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 32 MP 5 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB
OS Android 14 / Nothing OS 2.5 Android 12 Snow Cone
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 161.7×76.3×8.6 mm 165.0×76.1×8.3 mm
Weight 190 g 207 g
Price $349
Camera comparison
Nothing Phone (2a)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.88
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
54
camera
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (2a)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2412x1084
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
  • 6.6" LCD IPS
  • Resolution: 1080x2408
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (2a)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nothing Phone (2a)
$349
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) and the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 are nearly equal (4/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (54/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) is a bit better (42/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (62/100 vs 41/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (86/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

The Nothing Phone (2a) significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 by 24 points (40/100 vs 16/100).

What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (2a) and the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

The Nothing Phone (2a) has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 — 16/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

The Nothing Phone (2a) leads on camera score (54/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Nothing Phone (2a) over the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

The Nothing Phone (2a) is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Blade V50S 2023 is a better fit for everyday use.