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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.

Nothing Phone (2)
Nothing
Nothing Phone (2)
$599
8.4/10
Winner
VS
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5
Samsung
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5
$1,000
7.9/10

Full Specifications

SpecNothing Phone (2)Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5
SoftwareAndroid 13, Nothing OS 2.0Android 13, One UI 5.1.1
Body
Weight201 g187 g
MaterialAluminum frame, glass backArmor Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2
IP ratingIP54IPX8
Dimensions162.1 x 76.4 x 8.6 mm165.1 x 71.9 x 6.9 mm unfolded
Camera
Main camera50 MP, f/1.88, OIS, Sony IMX89012 MP, f/1.8, OIS
Front camera32 MP, f/2.4510 MP, f/2.2
Video4K@60fps4K@60fps
Ultrawide50 MP, f/2.2, 114-degree12 MP, f/2.2
Memory
RAM8 GB / 12 GB8 GB
Storage options128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB256 GB, 512 GB
Battery
Capacity4700 mAh3700 mAh
Charging45W wired25W wired
Wireless charging15W wireless15W
Display
Size6.7 inches6.7 inches inner, 3.4 inches cover
TypeLTPO OLEDDynamic AMOLED 2X LTPO
Resolution2412 x 10802640 x 1080 inner, 720 x 748 cover
Refresh rate120Hz120Hz
Brightness (nits)16001600
Processor
CPUOcta-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)
GPUAdreno 730Adreno 740
ChipsetQualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy
Connectivity
5G
NFC
USBUSB-C 2.0USB-C 3.2
Wi-FiWi-Fi 6Wi-Fi 6E
Bluetooth5.35.3

Category Scores

Nothing Phone (2)
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5
Value
9.1
7.4
Camera
8.7
7.2
Battery
8.8
6.5
Display
8.5
8.8
Performance
8.6
8.7

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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