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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.

Nothing Phone (2)
Nothing
Nothing Phone (2)
$599
8.3/10
Winner
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Samsung Galaxy A55
Samsung
Samsung Galaxy A55
$450
7.6/10

Full Specifications

SpecNothing Phone (2)Samsung Galaxy A55
SoftwareAndroid 13, Nothing OS 2.0Android 14, One UI 6.1
Body
Weight201 g213 g
MaterialAluminum frame, glass backAluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus+
IP ratingIP54IP67
Dimensions162.1 x 76.4 x 8.6 mm161.1 x 77.4 x 8.2 mm
Camera
Main camera50 MP, f/1.88, OIS, Sony IMX89050 MP, f/1.8, OIS
Front camera32 MP, f/2.4532 MP, f/2.2
Video4K@60fps4K@30fps
Ultrawide50 MP, f/2.2, 114-degree12 MP, f/2.2
Telephoto5 MP macro
Memory
RAM8 GB / 12 GB8 GB
Storage options128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB128 GB, 256 GB
Battery
Capacity4700 mAh5000 mAh
Charging45W wired25W wired
Wireless charging15W wireless
Display
Size6.7 inches6.6 inches
TypeLTPO OLEDSuper AMOLED
Resolution2412 x 10802340 x 1080
Refresh rate120Hz120Hz
Brightness (nits)16001000
Processor
CPUOcta-core (1x3.2 GHz Cortex-X2 + 3x2.75 GHz A710 + 4x1.8 GHz A510)Octa-core (4x2.75 GHz + 4x2.0 GHz)
GPUAdreno 730Xclipse 530
ChipsetQualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1Exynos 1480
Connectivity
5G
NFC
USBUSB-C 2.0USB-C 2.0
Wi-FiWi-Fi 6Wi-Fi 6
Bluetooth5.35.3

Category Scores

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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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