Nothing Phone (2a) vs ZTE V40 Pro

The Nothing Phone (2a) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro, while the ZTE V40 Pro (2022) runs on the Unisoc Tiger T618. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nothing Phone (2a) leads — 40/100 vs 22/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE V40 Pro has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Nothing Phone (2a) has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE V40 Pro doesn't.

The Nothing Phone (2a) is noticeably better than the ZTE V40 Pro — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (2a)
Performance 4
Display 100
Camera 54
Battery 42
Design 62
Value for money 86
ZTE V40 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 37
Battery 50
Design 62
Value for money 55
What makes Nothing Phone (2a) better?

  • Higher performance (4/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (54/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (86/100 vs 55/100)
What makes ZTE V40 Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 5100 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 65W vs 45W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP

  • Longer battery life (50/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nothing Phone (2a) vs the ZTE V40 Pro, the Nothing Phone (2a) scores 18 points higher (40/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) leads (54/100 vs 37/100). 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 V40 Pro are nearly equal (4/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) notably outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (54/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE V40 Pro is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, both devices are on the same level — 62/100. In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (86/100 vs 55/100).

Nothing Phone (2a): The Nothing Phone (2a) is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
ZTE V40 Pro: The ZTE V40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nothing Phone (2a) ZTE V40 Pro
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro Unisoc Tiger T618
AnTuTu 985261
Geekbench Single 1100
Geekbench Multi 3000
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 2412x1084 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5100 mAh
Charging 45W 65W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 32 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 6GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB
OS Android 14 / Nothing OS 2.5 Android 11
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 161.7×76.3×8.6 mm 163.9×76.2×8.3 mm
Weight 190 g 190 g
Price $349
Camera comparison
Nothing Phone (2a)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.88
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
54
camera
ZTE V40 Pro
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (2a)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2412x1084
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
ZTE V40 Pro
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (2a)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
ZTE V40 Pro
  • 5100 mAh
  • Wired: 65W
  • No wireless charging
50
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nothing Phone (2a)
$349
ZTE V40 Pro
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) and the ZTE V40 Pro are nearly equal (4/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) notably outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (54/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE V40 Pro is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100).

design

In the "design" category, both devices are on the same level — 62/100.

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (86/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Nothing Phone (2a) is noticeably better than the ZTE V40 Pro — the overall rating gap is 18 points.

What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (2a) and the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Nothing Phone (2a) has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the ZTE V40 Pro — 22/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Nothing Phone (2a) leads on camera score (54/100 vs 37/100).

Should you choose the Nothing Phone (2a) over the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Nothing Phone (2a) is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE V40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.