Nothing Phone (2) vs Samsung Galaxy A55
Nothing Phone (2) delivers flagship performance with its Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor, superior 50MP ultrawide camera, and 1600-nit LTPO OLED display that matches premium devices. Samsung Galaxy A55 counters with a larger 5000mAh battery, IP67 dust resistance versus IP54, and more practical everyday reliability with One UI 6.1 and longer software support. Display brightness heavily favors Nothing at 1600 nits versus 1000 nits, while battery endurance leans toward Samsung. Camera systems differ meaningfully—Nothing's dual 50MP setup with OIS and 4K@60fps outshines Galaxy A55's more conservative 50MP+12MP combination limited to 4K@30fps. At $599 versus $449.99, Nothing Phone (2) justifies the premium for enthusiasts prioritizing performance and camera versatility. Galaxy A55 appeals to budget-conscious users seeking durability and battery life. For most consumers wanting flagship capabilities at reasonable cost, Nothing Phone (2) offers better value despite higher pricing.
Full Specifications
| Spec | Nothing Phone (2) | Samsung Galaxy A55 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 13, Nothing OS 2.0 | Android 14, One UI 6.1 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 201 g | 213 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 | 161.1 x 77.4 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 | 32 MP, f/2.2 |
| Video | 4K@60fps | 4K@30fps |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP, f/2.2, 114-degree | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Telephoto | — | 5 MP macro |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB / 12 GB | 8 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 (4x2.75 GHz + 4x2.0 GHz) |
| GPU | Adreno 730 | Xclipse 530 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | Exynos 1480 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| 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 A55
Pros
- Premium aluminum and Gorilla Glass build
- Vibrant 120Hz Super AMOLED display
- Large 5000 mAh battery with great endurance
- Four years of OS upgrades and five years of security
- IP67 water and dust resistance
Cons
- Exynos 1480 lags behind Snapdragon rivals
- Heavy at 213 g
- No dedicated telephoto camera
- Only 25W charging with no charger included
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