Nothing Phone (2a) Plus vs Redmi Note 12 Pro+
The Verdict
Nothing Phone 2a Plus offers a more refined Android experience with Nothing OS 2.6, superior display brightness at 1300 nits versus 900 nits, and a newer Dimensity 7350 Pro processor paired with Mali-G610 graphics for snappier performance. Its dual 50MP cameras deliver better computational photography and OIS on both primary and ultrawide. Redmi Note 12 Pro+ counters with an aggressive 200MP main sensor, exceptional 120W charging speed, and lower price point. Build quality slightly favors Nothing with its aluminum frame and iconic Glyph Interface, though Redmi's 210g weight may feel dense. Software support remains stronger on Nothing's side. For users prioritizing display quality, performance, and long-term software updates, Nothing Phone 2a Plus justifies the 70 dollar premium. Budget-conscious buyers wanting raw megapixel count and rapid charging should consider Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus if…
- →Unique Glyph Interface LEDs for silent notifications and alerts
- →50 MP triple camera system including a strong 50 MP ultrawide
- →Clean, stock-like Nothing OS with fast updates and minimal bloat
Buy the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ if…
- →200 MP main sensor is a headline spec at this price
- →120W charging is exceptionally fast for the segment
- →OIS on the main camera aids low-light stability
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Nothing Phone (2a) Plus
Pros
- Unique Glyph Interface LEDs for silent notifications and alerts
- 50 MP triple camera system including a strong 50 MP ultrawide
- Clean, stock-like Nothing OS with fast updates and minimal bloat
- 50W fast charging is quick for the 5000 mAh battery
- Premium transparent design stands out in the midrange
Cons
- No wireless charging despite the $399 price
- MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro is less popular with developers
- IP54 splash resistance is below IP68 flagships
- Video limited to 4K@30fps — no 60fps option
- Only 256 GB storage option with no expandable storage
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
Pros
- 200 MP main sensor is a headline spec at this price
- 120W charging is exceptionally fast for the segment
- OIS on the main camera aids low-light stability
- 120Hz AMOLED display
- NFC included
Cons
- Dimensity 1080 is a mid-range chip, not flagship
- Heavy at 210 g
- No wireless charging
- 8 MP ultrawide is mediocre
- MIUI ads in some regions
Full Specifications
| Spec | Nothing Phone (2a) Plus | Redmi Note 12 Pro+ |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 14 (Nothing OS 2.6) | Android 12 (MIUI 13) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 190 g | 210 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, Glyph Interface LED back | Plastic back, aluminum frame |
| IP rating | IP54 | IP53 |
| Dimensions | 161.7 x 76.3 x 8.55 mm | 162.9 x 76.0 x 8.8 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.88, PDAF, OIS, Sony IMX890 | 200 MP, f/1.65, OIS |
| Front camera | 50 MP, f/2.2 | 16 MP, f/2.4 |
| Video | 4K@30fps | 4K@30fps |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP, f/2.2, Samsung JN1 | 8 MP, f/2.2, 120-degree |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB / 12 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage options | 256 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 50W wired | 120W HyperCharge wired |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.7 inches | 6.67 inches |
| Type | AMOLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2412 x 1084 | 2400 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1300 | 900 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.8 GHz + 4x2.0 GHz) | Octa-core (2x2.6 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Mali-G610 MC4 | Mali-G68 MC4 |
| Chipset | MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro 5G | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.2 |
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