Apple iPhone 11 Pro vs Nothing Phone (2a) Plus
The Verdict
Apple's iPhone 11 Pro commands a premium price at $999 with its legendary A13 Bionic chip, superior build quality using stainless steel, and exceptional camera system featuring optical zoom and advanced computational photography. Nothing Phone 2a Plus offers remarkable value at $399, featuring a larger 6.7-inch 120Hz AMOLED display, 5G connectivity, faster 50W charging, and higher megapixel cameras with PDAF. Performance-wise, the A13 Bionic still delivers snappier real-world performance despite the MediaTek's stronger specs on paper. However, Nothing provides double the RAM, significantly larger battery, and modern conveniences like USB-C and 5G at one-quarter the cost. For users prioritizing processing power, build materials, and proven longevity, iPhone 11 Pro justifies its cost. Budget-conscious buyers seeking modern features and day-to-day reliability should choose Nothing Phone 2a Plus.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Apple iPhone 11 Pro if…
- →Triple camera system with Night mode
- →Compact 5.8-inch OLED with great color accuracy
- →18W fast charger included in the box
Buy the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus if…
- →Unique Glyph Interface LEDs for silent notifications and alerts
- →50 MP triple camera system including a strong 50 MP ultrawide
- →Clean, stock-like Nothing OS with fast updates and minimal bloat
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Apple iPhone 11 Pro
Pros
- Triple camera system with Night mode
- Compact 5.8-inch OLED with great color accuracy
- 18W fast charger included in the box
- A13 Bionic was the fastest mobile chip in 2019
- Premium matte glass finish
Cons
- No 5G support
- 60Hz display refresh rate
- Smaller battery than Pro Max
- Wide notch design
- Starting at $999 for 64 GB was steep
Nothing Phone (2a) Plus
Pros
- Unique Glyph Interface LEDs for silent notifications and alerts
- 50 MP triple camera system including a strong 50 MP ultrawide
- Clean, stock-like Nothing OS with fast updates and minimal bloat
- 50W fast charging is quick for the 5000 mAh battery
- Premium transparent design stands out in the midrange
Cons
- No wireless charging despite the $399 price
- MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro is less popular with developers
- IP54 splash resistance is below IP68 flagships
- Video limited to 4K@30fps — no 60fps option
- Only 256 GB storage option with no expandable storage
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple iPhone 11 Pro | Nothing Phone (2a) Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Software | iOS 13 | Android 14 (Nothing OS 2.6) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 188 g | 190 g |
| Material | Stainless steel frame, textured matte glass | Aluminum frame, Glyph Interface LED back |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP54 |
| Dimensions | 144 x 71.4 x 8.1 mm | 161.7 x 76.3 x 8.55 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 12 MP, f/1.8, OIS | 50 MP, f/1.88, PDAF, OIS, Sony IMX890 |
| Front camera | 12 MP TrueDepth, f/2.2 | 50 MP, f/2.2 |
| Video | 4K@60fps | 4K@30fps |
| Telephoto | 12 MP, f/2.0, 2x optical zoom | — |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP, f/2.4 | 50 MP, f/2.2, Samsung JN1 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 8 GB / 12 GB |
| Storage options | 64 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB | 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 3046 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 18W wired | 50W wired |
| Wireless charging | 7.5W Qi | No |
| Display | ||
| Size | 5.8 inches | 6.7 inches |
| Type | Super Retina XDR OLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2436 x 1125 | 2412 x 1084 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1200 | 1300 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Hexa-core (2x2.65 GHz + 4x1.8 GHz) | Octa-core (4x2.8 GHz + 4x2.0 GHz) |
| GPU | Apple GPU (4-core) | Mali-G610 MC4 |
| Chipset | Apple A13 Bionic | MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro 5G |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | Lightning | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.3 |
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This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.
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