Nothing Phone (2) vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5
Nothing Phone (2) delivers exceptional value with a larger 6.7-inch LTPO OLED display, superior camera versatility (50MP main + 50MP ultrawide), and stronger battery capacity (4700 mAh). Its Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor handles demanding tasks confidently, while 45W wired charging is significantly faster than the Z Flip 5's 25W. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 justifies its $400 premium through innovative foldable engineering, lighter weight (187g), superior durability (Gorilla Glass Victus 2, IPX8 rating), and the unique cover display for quick interactions. However, its 3700 mAh battery struggles with endurance, and the 12MP camera system feels dated compared to Nothing's hardware. For most users prioritizing battery life, camera performance, and raw value, Nothing Phone (2) is the smarter choice—unless you specifically need foldable form factor and don't mind frequent charging.
Full Specifications
| Spec | Nothing Phone (2) | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 13, Nothing OS 2.0 | Android 13, One UI 5.1.1 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 201 g | 187 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, glass back | Armor Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
| IP rating | IP54 | IPX8 |
| Dimensions | 162.1 x 76.4 x 8.6 mm | 165.1 x 71.9 x 6.9 mm unfolded |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.88, OIS, Sony IMX890 | 12 MP, f/1.8, OIS |
| Front camera | 32 MP, f/2.45 | 10 MP, f/2.2 |
| Video | 4K@60fps | 4K@60fps |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP, f/2.2, 114-degree | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB / 12 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB | 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 4700 mAh | 3700 mAh |
| Charging | 45W wired | 25W wired |
| Wireless charging | 15W wireless | 15W |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.7 inches | 6.7 inches inner, 3.4 inches cover |
| Type | LTPO OLED | Dynamic AMOLED 2X LTPO |
| Resolution | 2412 x 1080 | 2640 x 1080 inner, 720 x 748 cover |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1600 | 1600 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.2 GHz Cortex-X2 + 3x2.75 GHz A710 + 4x1.8 GHz A510) | Octa-core (1x3.36 GHz + 2x2.8 GHz + 2x2.8 GHz + 3x2.0 GHz) |
| GPU | Adreno 730 | Adreno 740 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6E |
| 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 Z Flip 5
Pros
- Much larger 3.4-inch cover screen allows full app use when folded
- Compact pocketable flip form factor
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 flagship chip
- IPX8 water resistance
- Stylish design with many color options
Cons
- Small 3700 mAh battery drains quickly
- Only 12 MP main camera, no telephoto
- Slow 25W charging
- Inner display crease still noticeable
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