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Phone (2a) vs Galaxy A55 5G: which is better?

Phone (2a) and Galaxy A55 5G compared side by side across 22 specs and 6 scored categories — every winner highlighted, so the right pick is obvious.

2 PRODUCTS · 22 SPECS · 6 SCORED CATEGORIES · LIVE RE-RANKING

COMPARING

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SMARTPHONES

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← TOP PICK

NOTHING

Phone (2a)

$349

BEST OVERALL

SAMSUNG

Galaxy A55 5G

$449

BEST FOR SOFTWARE

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⚡ COMPARZONE VERDICT

The Phone (2a) takes the overall win.

Highest composite at 8.0/10 — 0.2 ahead of the Galaxy A55 5G. Tightest race: battery, just 0.1 apart. Scroll for the category-by-category breakdown.

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CATEGORY WINS · 6 SCOREDTIES SHOWN GREY

PERF

CAME

DISP

BATT

SOFT

VALU

Phone (2a)×3

Galaxy A55 5G×3

Nothing Phone (2a)BEST OVERALL

Samsung Galaxy A55 5GBEST FOR SOFTWARE

01 · SCORE RADAR

Performance profile

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LARGEST GAPPerformance — Phone (2a) leads by 0.6

TIGHTESTBattery — only 0.1 between the top two

02 · CATEGORY BREAKDOWN

Category showdown

PHONE 2AA55 5G

PerformanceiPhone (2a) · +0.6

PHONE 2A7.8

A55 5G7.2

CameraiGalaxy A55 5G · +0.2

PHONE 2A7.2

A55 5G7.4

DisplayiGalaxy A55 5G · +0.2

PHONE 2A8.4

A55 5G8.6

BatteryiPhone (2a) · +0.1

PHONE 2A8.3

A55 5G8.2

SoftwareiGalaxy A55 5G · +0.2

PHONE 2A8.6

A55 5G8.8

ValueiPhone (2a) · +0.4

PHONE 2A8.9

A55 5G8.5

03 · VALUE MAP

Price vs performance

TOP-LEFT IS THE SWEET SPOT

SCORE PER $100 · RANKED

01Phone (2a)2.29BEST DEAL

02Galaxy A55 5G1.74

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04 · THE FULL SHEET

Full specifications

22 SPECS · ALL SHOWN

SPECS

Phone (2a)$3496W8.0

Galaxy A55 5G$4491W7.8

Battery CapacityMAHiSAME

5,000 mAh

Wired ChargingWi

45 W← BEST +80%

25 W

Wireless ChargingWiSAME

—

Main CameraMPiSAME

50 MP

Ultra-Wide CameraMPi

50 MP← BEST +317%

12 MP

TelephotoiSAME

None

Front CameraMPiSAME

32 MP

Max VideoiSAME

4K@30fps

Wi-FiiSAME

Wi-Fi 6

WeightGi

190 g← 11% lighter

213 g

Buildi

Plastic frame, glass back

Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus+ front

Water Resistancei

IP54

IP67

Display SizeINi

6.7 in← BEST +2%

6.6 in

Display Typei

AMOLED

Super AMOLED

Refresh RateHZiSAME

120 Hz

Peak BrightnessNITSi

1,300 nits← BEST +30%

1,000 nits

Chipseti

MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro

Samsung Exynos 1480

RAMGBiSAME

8 GB

AnTuTu Scorei

710,000← BEST +15%

620,000

Operating Systemi

Android 14, Nothing OS 2.5

Android 14, One UI 6.1

OS Update SupportYRi

3 yr

4 yr← BEST +33%

Storage OptionsiSAME

128/256GB

ROW WINS

05 · WHICH ONE IS FOR YOU

Pick by persona

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THE ALL-ROUNDER

Best overall

Phone (2a)NOTHING8.0

ALL GROUPSEQUAL WEIGHT

Best total score across weighted category factors.

RUNNER-UP · Galaxy A55 5G (7.8)

FOR VALUE SEEKERS

Best bang for buck

Phone (2a)NOTHING8.0

SCORE ÷ PRICELIVE PRICES

Strongest score-to-price ratio from the available price data.

RUNNER-UP · Galaxy A55 5G (1.7)

PRIORITY · PERFORMANCE

Best for performance

Phone (2a)NOTHING7.8

PERFORMANCE WEIGHTEDCONF 75%

Best visible score in the performance category group.

RUNNER-UP · Galaxy A55 5G (7.2)

PRIORITY · VALUE

Best for value

Phone (2a)NOTHING8.9

VALUE WEIGHTEDCONF 85%

Best visible score in the value category group.

RUNNER-UP · Galaxy A55 5G (8.5)

06 · BOTTOM LINE

Why pick each

STRENGTHS · AND ONE HONEST TRADE-OFF

#1NOTHING0.0

Phone (2a)

“The Nothing Phone (2a) delivers standout Glyph design, a clean Nothing OS and flagship-feeling smoothness at a genuine mid-range price.”

Value 8.9

Software 8.6

Wins Battery Capacity

Wins Main Camera

TRADE-OFFCameras struggle in low light

BEST OVERALLBest price →

#2SAMSUNG0.0

Galaxy A55 5G

“Samsung's upper mid-range Galaxy A55 pairs a premium metal frame, a smooth 120Hz AMOLED and long software support at a wallet-friendly price”

Software 8.8

Display 8.6

Wins OS Update Support

TRADE-OFFOnly 25W wired charging, no charger in box

BEST FOR SOFTWAREBest price →

Still deciding? The Phone (2a) is the safest pick.

COMPOSITE 8.0/10 · WINS 3 OF 6 CATEGORIES

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Nothing Phone (2a) vs Samsung Galaxy A55 5G: which is better?

The Nothing Phone (2a) is our overall pick, scoring 8.0/10 against 7.8/10 for the Samsung Galaxy A55 5G — a 3% edge. Current starting prices span $349–$449. The score weighs category-specific smartphones attributes, spec wins, price signals, and data confidence — not sponsorships.

Nothing Phone (2a) leads overall with a 8.0 total score.
Nothing Phone (2a) wins 11 comparable specs with a 52% weighted win rate.
Nothing Phone (2a) has the strongest high-impact advantage in AnTuTu Score.
Nothing Phone (2a) has the best visible score-to-price balance based on available starting price.

Nothing Phone (2a)WINNER 8.0/10

The Nothing Phone (2a) delivers standout Glyph design, a clean Nothing OS and flagship-feeling smoothness at a genuine mid-range price.

Pros

+ Unique transparent design with Glyph lighting
+ Clean, fast and near-bloat-free Nothing OS
+ Smooth 120Hz AMOLED display
+ Strong 5000mAh battery with 45W charging

Cons

− Cameras struggle in low light
− No wireless charging
− Only IP54 splash resistance, not full IP67/68

Best for: Style-conscious buyers on a budget · Fans of clean, minimal Android software · Students and first-time premium-feel buyers

“The Nothing Phone (2a) is one of the best value phones of its generation. It looks like nothing else, runs a refreshingly clean version of Android, and delivers performance and a display that feel a tier above the price. Cameras are good in daylight but…”

Samsung Galaxy A55 5G7.8/10

Samsung's upper mid-range Galaxy A55 pairs a premium metal frame, a smooth 120Hz AMOLED and long software support at a wallet-friendly price.

Pros

+ Premium metal frame at a mid-range price
+ Smooth, vibrant 120Hz Super AMOLED display
+ Class-leading 4 OS / 5 years security update promise
+ Large 5000mAh battery with all-day endurance

Cons

− Only 25W wired charging, no charger in box
− Exynos 1480 lags flagship performance
− Ultrawide and macro cameras are mediocre

Best for: Budget-conscious buyers wanting long support · Galaxy ecosystem fans on a budget · Everyday users who value display quality

“The Galaxy A55 is one of the most sensible mid-range buys, largely because of its outstanding software commitment and genuinely nice AMOLED screen. Performance is good rather than great, and charging tops out at a modest 25W, but for everyday use, social…”

Frequently asked questions

Which is better, Nothing Phone (2a) or Samsung Galaxy A55 5G?

By ComparZone's weighted scoring of category-specific smartphones specs, the Nothing Phone (2a) scores highest overall (8.0/10, 0.2 points ahead of the Samsung Galaxy A55 5G). It is the better all-round pick, but the right choice depends on your priorities — the spec table above shows exactly where each one wins.

What are the main differences between Nothing Phone (2a) and Samsung Galaxy A55 5G?

The biggest measurable differences are Chipset, AnTuTu Score, Display Size. The grouped spec sheet above marks the winner of every comparable spec.

Is the Nothing Phone (2a) better value than the Samsung Galaxy A55 5G?

The Nothing Phone (2a) starts around $349 and the Samsung Galaxy A55 5G around $449. Weigh the score gap against the price gap: a small score lead rarely justifies a large premium unless it comes from the specs you personally care about.

Can I compare other smartphones on ComparZone?

Yes — ComparZone supports dynamic comparison pages for any 2 to 4 smartphones from the same category, with verified specs, transparent scores, and live prices. See the related comparisons below or build your own from the category page.

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