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Phone (2a) vs Galaxy S25 Ultra: which is better?

Phone (2a) and Galaxy S25 Ultra compared side by side across 22 specs and 7 scored categories — every winner highlighted, so the right pick is obvious.

2 PRODUCTS · 22 SPECS · 7 SCORED CATEGORIES · LIVE RE-RANKING

COMPARING

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SMARTPHONES

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NOTHING

Phone (2a)

$349

BEST VALUE

← TOP PICK

SAMSUNG

Galaxy S25 Ultra

$1,199

BEST OVERALL

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⚡ COMPARZONE VERDICT

The Galaxy S25 Ultra takes the overall win.

Highest composite at 9.2/10 — 1.2 ahead of the Phone (2a). Tightest race: value, just 0.3 apart. Scroll for the category-by-category breakdown.

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CATEGORY WINS · 7 SCOREDTIES SHOWN GREY

PERF

CAME

DISP

BATT

SOFT

VALU

DESI

Phone (2a)×1

Galaxy S25 Ultra×6

Nothing Phone (2a)BEST VALUE

Samsung Galaxy S25 UltraBEST OVERALL

01 · SCORE RADAR

Performance profile

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LARGEST GAPDesign — Galaxy S25 Ultra leads by 9.0

TIGHTESTValue — only 0.3 between the top two

02 · CATEGORY BREAKDOWN

Category showdown

PHONE 2AS25 ULTRA

PerformanceiGalaxy S25 Ultra · +1.6

PHONE 2A7.8

S25 ULTRA9.4

CameraiGalaxy S25 Ultra · +2.2

PHONE 2A7.2

S25 ULTRA9.4

DisplayiGalaxy S25 Ultra · +1.2

PHONE 2A8.4

S25 ULTRA9.6

BatteryiGalaxy S25 Ultra · +0.9

PHONE 2A8.3

S25 ULTRA9.2

SoftwareiGalaxy S25 Ultra · +0.4

PHONE 2A8.6

S25 ULTRA9.0

ValueiPhone (2a) · +0.3

PHONE 2A8.9

S25 ULTRA8.6

DesigniGalaxy S25 Ultra · +9.0

PHONE 2A0.0

S25 ULTRA9.0

03 · VALUE MAP

Price vs performance

TOP-LEFT IS THE SWEET SPOT

SCORE PER $100 · RANKED

01Phone (2a)2.29BEST DEAL

02Galaxy S25 Ultra0.77

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04 · THE FULL SHEET

Full specifications

22 SPECS · ALL SHOWN

SPECS

Phone (2a)$3492W8.0

Galaxy S25 Ultra$1,1996W9.2

Battery CapacityMAHiSAME

5,000 mAh

Wired ChargingWiSAME

45 W

Wireless ChargingWi

—

15 W

Main CameraMPi

50 MP

200 MP← BEST +300%

Ultra-Wide CameraMPiSAME

50 MP

Telephotoi

None

50MP 5x + 10MP 3x

Front CameraMPi

32 MP← BEST +167%

12 MP

Max Videoi

4K@30fps

8K 30fps

Wi-Fii

Wi-Fi 6

Wi-Fi 7

WeightGi

190 g← 13% lighter

218 g

Buildi

Plastic frame, glass back

Titanium frame

Water Resistancei

IP54

IP68

Display SizeINi

6.7 in

6.9 in← BEST +3%

Display Typei

AMOLED

Dynamic AMOLED 2X LTPO

Refresh RateHZiSAME

120 Hz

Peak BrightnessNITSi

1,300 nits

2,600 nits← BEST +100%

Chipseti

MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro

Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy

RAMGBi

8 GB

12 GB← BEST +50%

AnTuTu Scorei

710,000

2,700,000← BEST +280%

Operating Systemi

Android 14, Nothing OS 2.5

Android 15, One UI 7

OS Update SupportYRi

3 yr

7 yr← BEST +133%

Storage Optionsi

128/256GB

256GB / 512GB / 1TB

ROW WINS

05 · WHICH ONE IS FOR YOU

Pick by persona

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THE ALL-ROUNDER

Best overall

Galaxy S25 UltraSAMSUNG9.2

ALL GROUPSEQUAL WEIGHT

Best total score across weighted category factors.

RUNNER-UP · Phone (2a) (8.0)

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 S25 Ultra (0.8)

PRIORITY · DESIGN

Best for design

Galaxy S25 UltraSAMSUNG9.0

DESIGN WEIGHTEDCONF 86%

Best visible score in the design category group.

RUNNER-UP · Phone (2a) (0.0)

PRIORITY · CAMERA

Best for camera

Galaxy S25 UltraSAMSUNG9.4

CAMERA WEIGHTEDCONF 90%

Best visible score in the camera category group.

RUNNER-UP · Phone (2a) (7.2)

06 · BOTTOM LINE

Why pick each

STRENGTHS · AND ONE HONEST TRADE-OFF

#2NOTHING0.0

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 Refresh Rate

TRADE-OFFCameras struggle in low light

BEST VALUEBest price →

#1SAMSUNG0.0

Galaxy S25 Ultra

“Large productivity flagship with a built-in S Pen, a brilliant 6.9-inch AMOLED, a 200MP camera, and flexible zoom.”

Display 9.6

Performance 9.4

Wins Main Camera

Wins AnTuTu Score

TRADE-OFFHeavy and large

BEST OVERALLBest price →

Still deciding? The Galaxy S25 Ultra is the safest pick.

COMPOSITE 9.2/10 · WINS 6 OF 7 CATEGORIES

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Nothing Phone (2a) vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra: which is better?

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is our overall pick, scoring 9.2/10 against 8.0/10 for the Nothing Phone (2a) — a 15% edge. Current starting prices span $349–$1,199. The score weighs category-specific smartphones attributes, spec wins, price signals, and data confidence — not sponsorships.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads overall with a 9.2 total score.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra wins 7 comparable specs with a 34% weighted win rate.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has the strongest high-impact advantage in Main Camera.
Nothing Phone (2a) has the best visible score-to-price balance based on available starting price.

Nothing Phone (2a)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 S25 UltraWINNER 9.2/10

Large productivity flagship with a built-in S Pen, a brilliant 6.9-inch AMOLED, a 200MP camera, and flexible zoom.

Pros

+ Large, bright, high-resolution display
+ Most versatile camera and zoom system
+ Built-in S Pen for notes and control
+ Seven years of OS updates

Cons

− Heavy and large
− Premium price
− One UI can feel cluttered

Best for: Productivity and note-taking · Zoom photography · Big-screen media

“The most capable do-everything Android phone: huge bright display, the most flexible camera kit, S Pen productivity, and long support. It is heavy and pricey, and One UI can feel busy.”

Frequently asked questions

Which is better, Nothing Phone (2a) or Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?

By ComparZone's weighted scoring of category-specific smartphones specs, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores highest overall (9.2/10, 1.2 points ahead of the Nothing Phone (2a)). 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 S25 Ultra?

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

Is the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better value than the Nothing Phone (2a)?

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra starts around $1,199 and the Nothing Phone (2a) around $349. 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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