Nothing Phone (2a) Plus vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+
The Verdict
Both phones deliver excellent value in the mid-range segment with similar 5000 mAh batteries and 120Hz AMOLED displays. Nothing Phone 2a Plus ($399) features a refined 50MP dual camera setup with optical image stabilization on the main sensor and the distinctive Glyph Interface LED system, delivering cleaner software with Android 14. Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+ ($449) counters with a 200MP main sensor, significantly faster 120W charging versus 50W, and superior screen brightness at 1800 nits. Its higher resolution 2712x1220 display offers sharper visuals, though it carries more bloatware. Performance differs marginally: Dimensity 7350 Pro versus 7200 Ultra prioritizes efficiency versus raw power. Redmi Note 13 Pro+ includes expanded storage up to 512GB and better water resistance (IP68), making it the more feature-complete package despite Nothing's cleaner OS experience and camera consistency. For practical users valuing fast charging and versatile cameras, Redmi Note 13 Pro+ edges ahead, though Nothing Phone 2a Plus appeals to those preferring software elegance and design innovation.
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 Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+ if…
- →Striking 200 MP main camera with OIS
- →Vivid 1.5K AMOLED with 120Hz refresh
- →Blazing 120W HyperCharge
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
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+
Pros
- Striking 200 MP main camera with OIS
- Vivid 1.5K AMOLED with 120Hz refresh
- Blazing 120W HyperCharge
- IP68 dust and water resistance — rare at this price
Cons
- Mid-tier Dimensity 7200 Ultra is not flagship-fast
- Ultrawide and macro cameras are weak
- No wireless charging
- MIUI bloatware out of the box
Full Specifications
| Spec | Nothing Phone (2a) Plus | Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+ |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 14 (Nothing OS 2.6) | Android 13, MIUI 14 (upgradable to HyperOS) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 190 g | 204 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, Glyph Interface LED back | Plastic frame, glass back |
| IP rating | IP54 | IP68 |
| Dimensions | 161.7 x 76.3 x 8.55 mm | 161.4 x 74.2 x 8.9 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.88, PDAF, OIS, Sony IMX890 | 200 MP, f/1.65, OIS, Samsung HP3 |
| 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 |
| Telephoto | — | 2 MP macro f/2.4 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB / 12 GB | 8 GB / 12 GB |
| Storage options | 256 GB | 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 50W wired | 120W wired |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.7 inches | 6.67 inches |
| Type | AMOLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2412 x 1084 | 2712 x 1220 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1300 | 1800 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.8 GHz + 4x2.0 GHz) | Octa-core (2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 + 6x2.0 GHz A510) |
| GPU | Mali-G610 MC4 | Mali-G610 MC4 |
| Chipset | MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro 5G | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Ultra |
| 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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