Nothing Phone (2) vs Samsung Galaxy A35
Nothing Phone (2) delivers flagship performance with its Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor, superior 50MP main and ultrawide cameras with OIS, and a brighter 1600-nit LTPO OLED display, justifying the $200 premium. Samsung Galaxy A35 counters with stronger overall value through a larger 5000mAh battery, IP67 dust/water resistance versus IP54, and newer Android 14 software. Performance-wise, the Nothing dominates with faster processing and 4K@60fps video recording, while the A35 struggles with its mid-range Exynos 1380 and 4K@30fps capture. Display quality heavily favors Nothing's superior brightness and color accuracy. Battery endurance likely favors Samsung despite slower charging speeds. For users prioritizing camera quality, raw performance, and display excellence, Nothing Phone (2) is the clear choice. Budget-conscious buyers seeking reliable everyday performance and better durability should consider Galaxy A35.
Full Specifications
| Spec | Nothing Phone (2) | Samsung Galaxy A35 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 13, Nothing OS 2.0 | Android 14, One UI 6.1 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 201 g | 209 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, glass back | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus+ |
| IP rating | IP54 | IP67 |
| Dimensions | 162.1 x 76.4 x 8.6 mm | 161.7 x 78.0 x 8.2 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.88, OIS, Sony IMX890 | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS |
| Front camera | 32 MP, f/2.45 | 13 MP, f/2.2 |
| Video | 4K@60fps | 4K@30fps |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP, f/2.2, 114-degree | 8 MP, f/2.2 |
| Telephoto | — | 5 MP macro |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB / 12 GB | 6 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 4700 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 45W wired | 25W wired |
| Wireless charging | 15W wireless | — |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.7 inches | 6.6 inches |
| Type | LTPO OLED | Super AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2412 x 1080 | 2340 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1600 | 1000 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.2 GHz Cortex-X2 + 3x2.75 GHz A710 + 4x1.8 GHz A510) | Octa-core (4x2.4 GHz + 4x2.0 GHz) |
| GPU | Adreno 730 | Mali-G68 MP5 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | Exynos 1380 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
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Pros & Cons
Nothing Phone (2)
Pros
- Iconic transparent design with improved Glyph lights
- Snappy Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 performance
- Clean Nothing OS software experience
- Wireless and reverse wireless charging
- Bright LTPO AMOLED display
Cons
- Only IP54 rated
- No telephoto camera
- USB-C limited to USB 2.0 speeds
- Glyph Interface is more novelty than utility
Samsung Galaxy A35
Pros
- Solid build with Gorilla Glass Victus+ on both sides
- Bright 120Hz Super AMOLED display
- Long-lasting 5000 mAh battery
- IP67 water and dust resistance
- Four years of OS upgrades promised
Cons
- Only 6 GB RAM in base configuration
- Wi-Fi 5 is dated for 2024
- Exynos 1380 trails Snapdragon 7 chips
- Slow 25W charging with no in-box charger
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