Nothing Phone (2a) vs Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
Side-by-side specifications, scores and verdict.
Quick Verdict
Nothing Phone (2a) delivers impressive flagship features at a mid-range price point, featuring a vibrant 6.7" 120Hz AMOLED display, capable MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro processor, and a solid 50MP main camera with OIS. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra dominates with cutting-edge Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, exceptional 200MP main camera plus dual telephoto lenses enabling 5x optical zoom, 8K video recording, and a brilliantly bright 3120x1440 display with 2600 nits peak brightness. Galaxy S24 Ultra's titanium construction, IP68 rating, and wireless charging offer superior durability and convenience. While the Nothing Phone (2a) represents remarkable value for everyday users seeking fluid performance and good photography, the S24 Ultra justifies its premium price through professional-grade camera capabilities, faster processing, and flagship materials. Choose the Nothing for budget-conscious buyers; select the S24 Ultra for demanding creators and photography enthusiasts.
Full Specifications
| Specification | Nothing Phone (2a) | Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 14, Nothing OS 2.5 | Android 14, One UI 6.1 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 190 g | 232 g |
| Material | Plastic frame, plastic back | Titanium frame, Gorilla Glass Armor |
| IP rating | IP54 | IP68 |
| Dimensions | 161.7 x 76.3 x 8.6 mm | 162.3 x 79.0 x 8.6 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.88, OIS, Samsung GN9 | 200 MP, f/1.7, OIS |
| Front camera | 32 MP, f/2.2 | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Video | 4K@30fps | 8K@30fps, 4K@120fps |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP, f/2.2, 114-degree | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Telephoto | — | 50 MP 5x periscope + 10 MP 3x |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB / 12 GB | 12 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB | 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 45W wired | 45W wired |
| Wireless charging | No | 15W |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.7 inches | 6.8 inches |
| Type | AMOLED | Dynamic AMOLED 2X LTPO |
| Resolution | 2412 x 1084 | 3120 x 1440 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1300 | 2600 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 + 6x2.0 GHz A510) | Octa-core (1x3.39 GHz + 5x3.1 GHz + 2x2.9 GHz) |
| GPU | Mali-G610 MC4 | Adreno 750 |
| Chipset | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Nothing Phone (2a)
Pros
- Distinctive transparent design with Glyph Interface
- Clean Nothing OS with minimal bloat
- Solid 50 MP dual camera setup
- Excellent value for money
Cons
- Plastic build at this price
- No wireless charging
- Only IP54 splash resistance
- Mid-tier Dimensity chipset rather than Snapdragon
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
Pros
- Flat titanium design with anti-reflective Gorilla Glass Armor
- Outstanding 200 MP camera with dual telephoto
- Built-in S Pen for productivity
- Bright 2600-nit display readable in sunlight
- Seven years of OS and security updates
Cons
- Very heavy at 232 g
- Expensive starting price
- Charging speed unchanged at 45W
- S Pen lost Bluetooth air actions
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