Nothing Phone (4a) vs Xiaomi Civi 1S
The Nothing Phone (4a) (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4, while the Xiaomi Civi 1S (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nothing Phone (4a) leads — 39/100 vs 35/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Nothing Phone (4a) has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Xiaomi Civi 1S is noticeably lighter (166g vs 190g).
Nothing Phone (4a)
Xiaomi Civi 1S
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4500 mAh
- Higher performance (9/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 32/100)
- Better value for money (86/100 vs 55/100)
- Faster charging: 55W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 166g vs 190g
- Better camera (46/100 vs 37/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (92/100 vs 62/100)
Comparing the Nothing Phone (4a) vs the Xiaomi Civi 1S, the Nothing Phone (4a) scores 4 points higher (39/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (4a) leads (48/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (4a) leads (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (4a) is a bit better (9/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S is a bit better (46/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (4a) notably outperforms the Xiaomi Civi 1S (48/100 vs 32/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (4a) (92/100 vs 62/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (4a) significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Civi 1S (86/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nothing Phone (4a) | Xiaomi Civi 1S | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 1148725 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1237 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3281 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.5" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2412x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 55W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, MIUI 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 950 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×77.6×8.6 mm | 158.3×71.5×7.0 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 166 g | |
| Price | $349 | — |
Nothing Phone (4a)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi Civi 1S
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Nothing Phone (4a)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2412x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Civi 1S
- 6.5" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nothing Phone (4a)
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Civi 1S
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 55W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Civi 1S
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (4a) is a bit better (9/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S is a bit better (46/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (4a) notably outperforms the Xiaomi Civi 1S (48/100 vs 32/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (4a) (92/100 vs 62/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (4a) significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Civi 1S (86/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (4a) or the Xiaomi Civi 1S?
The Nothing Phone (4a) edges out the Xiaomi Civi 1S by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (4a) and the Xiaomi Civi 1S?
The Nothing Phone (4a) has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Xiaomi Civi 1S — 35/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (4a) or the Xiaomi Civi 1S?
The Xiaomi Civi 1S leads on camera score (46/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (4a) or the Xiaomi Civi 1S?
The Nothing Phone (4a) leads on performance (9/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nothing Phone (4a) over the Xiaomi Civi 1S?
The Nothing Phone (4a) is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi Civi 1S is a better fit for everyday use.