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Phone (2a)
Nothing · Smartphones
The Nothing Phone (2a) delivers standout Glyph design, a clean Nothing OS and flagship-feeling smoothness at a genuine mid-range price.
4.5 100% recommend$349
8.0 score verified
ComparZone Score
8.0
Very good
The Nothing Phone (2a) is one of the best value phones of its generation. It looks like no…
$349
best of 3 sellers
Price · trend
▼ $38
MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro
Chipset
Performance
50 MP
Main Camera
Camera
5000 mAh
Battery Capacity
Battery
710000
AnTuTu Score
Performance
120 Hz
Refresh Rate
Display
Why it stands out
Distinctive Glyph design stands out at
Distinctive Glyph design stands out at any price
Nothing OS is among the cleanest
Nothing OS is among the cleanest Android skins available
Best in daylight; low-light camera and
Best in daylight; low-light camera and water resistance are compromises
Category scores
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Performance profile
Phone (2a) Category avg
Decision snapshot
Best-in-class
Value
Beats avg by
-0.7 pts
Confidence
96 %
Data sources
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Spec coverage0%
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Display 96% verified
Display Type96%AMOLED
Refresh Rate96%120 Hz
Display Size96%6.7 in
Peak Brightness96%1300 nits
Performance 96% verified
Chipset96%MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro
RAM96%8 GB
AnTuTu Score96%710000
Camera 96% verified
Ultra-Wide Camera96%50 MP
Main Camera96%50 MP
Telephoto96%None
Max Video96%4K@30fps
Front Camera96%32 MP
Battery 96% verified
Battery Capacity96%5000 mAh
Wired Charging96%45 W
Design 96% verified
Weight96%190 g
Water Resistance96%IP54
Build96%Plastic frame, glass back
Software 96% verified
Operating System96%Android 14, Nothing OS 2.5
OS Update Support96%3 yr
Storage 96% verified
Connectivity 96% verified
Price trend
$349▼ $38
low · $349high · $388
Review sentiment
4.5OUT OF 5
8.0
Expert review score
ComparZone editorial · /10
Pros & cons
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
- Limited official availability in the US
When should you buy?
Good time to buy
Launched around 349 USD; a higher-spec (2a) Plus arrived later, and the standard model has seen periodic promotional discounts.
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Ava C. Verified
3 months ago
Fantastic value with a couple of caveats
Smooth, stylish and the battery lasts all day with 45W charging that tops up quickly. No wireless charging and only splash resistance held me back from five stars, but for the price it's an easy recommend.
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Liam B. Verified
4 months ago
Nothing else looks like it
Bought it mainly for the design and I'm not disappointed. The Glyph lights are genuinely useful for notifications, the software is clean with no bloat, and it's fast for the money. Daytime photos are great. My only gripe is night shots are soft.
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From the community
QCan the Glyph lights be turned off or customized?
Yes. In settings you can fully customize which notifications trigger the Glyph lights, assign patterns to contacts, and disable them entirely if you prefer.
QWill the Nothing Phone (2a) work on US carriers?
It can work on some US networks depending on band support, but it was not officially sold broadly in the US, so check 5G band compatibility with your carrier before importing.
Frequently asked
What is the Glyph Interface on the Nothing Phone (2a)?
The Glyph Interface is a set of LED light strips on the transparent back that light up for notifications, calls, timers and charging status, offering a customizable, face-down notification system.
Does the Nothing Phone (2a) support wireless charging?
No. It supports 45W wired charging but does not include wireless charging, which is one of the trade-offs at its price point.
How water resistant is the Nothing Phone (2a)?
It carries an IP54 rating, which protects against dust and splashes but is not designed for submersion, unlike IP67/IP68-rated flagships.
