Apple iPhone 14 Plus vs Nothing Phone (2a) Plus
The Verdict
Apple's iPhone 14 Plus commands a significant price premium at $899 versus Nothing's Phone 2a Plus at $399. Display technology favors Apple with its Super Retina XDR OLED at 60Hz and 1200 nits brightness, though Nothing counters with a 120Hz AMOLED panel and slightly higher 1300 nits. Camera specifications heavily favor Nothing, featuring dual 50MP sensors with superior computational photography on paper, while Apple's 12MP setup relies on proven processing prowess. Performance diverges substantially: Apple's A15 Bionic dominates real-world speed and gaming, whereas MediaTek's Dimensity 7350 Pro handles everyday tasks adequately. Battery capacity advantages Nothing at 5000mAh with 50W charging versus Apple's 4325mAh and 20W, yet iOS optimization often delivers comparable endurance. Nothing Phone 2a Plus excels in raw value, offering double the RAM and better specs per dollar. Recommendation: Choose iPhone 14 Plus for ecosystem integration and processing power, or select Nothing Phone 2a Plus for budget-conscious buyers prioritizing camera hardware and battery capacity.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Apple iPhone 14 Plus if…
- →Largest iPhone screen at 6.7 inches at a lower price than Pro Max
- →Excellent all-day battery life thanks to large 4325 mAh battery
- →Crash Detection and Emergency SOS via satellite safety features
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 14 Plus
Pros
- Largest iPhone screen at 6.7 inches at a lower price than Pro Max
- Excellent all-day battery life thanks to large 4325 mAh battery
- Crash Detection and Emergency SOS via satellite safety features
- Photonic Engine improves low-light photography
- MagSafe ecosystem for accessories and wireless charging
Cons
- 60Hz display feels outdated compared to ProMotion models
- Lightning port instead of USB-C
- No telephoto camera — only dual lens system
- Notch instead of Dynamic Island
- 12 MP camera resolution unchanged from previous generations
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 14 Plus | Nothing Phone (2a) Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Software | iOS 16 | Android 14 (Nothing OS 2.6) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 203 g | 190 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, Ceramic Shield front | Aluminum frame, Glyph Interface LED back |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP54 |
| Dimensions | 160.8 x 78.1 x 7.80 mm | 161.7 x 76.3 x 8.55 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 12 MP, f/1.5, sensor-shift OIS | 50 MP, f/1.88, PDAF, OIS, Sony IMX890 |
| Front camera | 12 MP TrueDepth, f/1.9, autofocus | 50 MP, f/2.2 |
| Video | 4K@60fps, Cinematic mode, Action mode | 4K@30fps |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP, f/2.4 | 50 MP, f/2.2, Samsung JN1 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 6 GB | 8 GB / 12 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB | 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 4325 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 20W wired | 50W wired |
| Wireless charging | 15W MagSafe, 7.5W Qi | No |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.7 inches | 6.7 inches |
| Type | Super Retina XDR OLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2778 x 1284 | 2412 x 1084 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1200 | 1300 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Hexa-core (2x3.23 GHz + 4x1.82 GHz) | Octa-core (4x2.8 GHz + 4x2.0 GHz) |
| GPU | Apple GPU (5-core) | Mali-G610 MC4 |
| Chipset | Apple A15 Bionic | MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro 5G |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | Lightning | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
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