Nothing Phone (2a)

256 GB, Black, 6.70", Dual SIM, 5G
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Colour3

Memory Size2

Product details

The Nothing Phone (2a) is equipped with its special MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro 5G, making it ready for any task. Based on Android 14, the Nothing OS 2.5 offers a beautiful interface and is thoughtfully designed down to the last detail. The Phone (2a) features a 50 MP dual camera (main and ultra-wide) as well as a 32 MP front camera for the best photos and videos. The 6.7-inch flexible AMOLED display provides smooth visuals with its 120 Hz refresh rate, ensuring a fast pace when switching between apps and scrolling through the system. The Glyph interface allows control of up to 15 different applications, so you always know at a glance which app the notification is from or who is calling when it lights up. The Phone (2a) has a 5,000 mAh battery with fast charging capability and a RAM booster that further supports open applications.

Key specifications

Memory
12 GB
Storage capacity
256 GB
Display size (inches)
6.70"
Image resolution
1080 x 2412 Pixels
Operating system
Android
Capacity
5000 mAh
Number of cameras
Dual Camera
Item number
43072389

General information

Manufacturer
Nothing
Category
Smartphones
Manufacturer no.
A10400046
Release date
19.3.2024
Sales rank in Category Smartphones
673 of 3243

Colour

Colour
Black
Exact colour description
Black

Material

Case material
GlassPlastic
Material
Gorilla Glass 5Plastic

Smartphone features

Mobile features
Fingerprint
Payment service
Google Pay
Equipment + functions
Splashproof

Operating system

Operating system
Android
Operating System Version
Android 14

Display properties

Display size (inches)
6.70"
Screen technology
AMOLED
Panel technology
OLED
Image resolution
1080 x 2412 Pixels
Aspect ratio
20:9
Refresh rate
120 Hz
Notch
Punch hole
Pixel density
394 ppi
Colour depth
24 bits
Contrast ratio
5000000 :1
Brightness
700 cd/m²
Glass
Gorilla Glass

Connectivity

Mobile phone standard
5G
5G Mode
SA (Standalone)
Connectivity
BluetoothNFCUSBWiFi hotspotWLAN
Wi-Fi standard
Wi-Fi 6 / 802.11ax
Bluetooth version
5.3
Audio features
AAC

Camera properties

Number of cameras
Dual Camera
Camera resolution
50 Mpx
F number main camera
1.88 f
Main camera angle
114°
Wide angle camera angle
114°
Ultra wide angle camera Resolution
50 Mpx
Ultra wide angle camera luminous intensity
0 f
Ultra wide angle camera angle
114°
Camera feature
HDRNight modePortrait mode
Image stabilisation
DigitalOptical (OIS)
Zoom
Optical zoom
Front camera resolution
32 Mpx
F number front camera
2.20 f
Max. Video resolution
3840 x 2160 Pixels
Max. video resolution standard
4K
Images per sec. at max. Resolution
60p

Interface

USB connector type
USB-C
USB version
USB 1.0

Processor

Mobile processor
MediaTek Dimensity 7200
Number of processor cores
8 -Core
Clock frequency
2.80 GHz

Data storage properties

Memory
12 GB
Storage capacity
256 GB

SIM

SIM card type
Nano SIM
SIM type
Dual SIM
SIM slot
Nano SIM
SIM slot 2
Nano SIM

Sensors

Sensors
AccelerometerCompassProximity sensor

Navigation system properties

Localisation technology
CompassGalileoGLONASSGPSQZSS
Navigation software
Google Maps

Battery properties

Battery type
Li-ion
Capacity
5000 mAh
Charging technology
Fast Charge

Durability

Protection type (IP code)
IP54

Smart home features

Smart home ecosystem
Google Assistant
Communication standard
Google Assistant

Origin

Country of origin
China

Voluntary climate contribution

CO₂-Emission
Climate contribution

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
DocumentationSIM needleUSB Type-C cable

Product dimensions

Height
8.55 mm
Width
76.32 mm
Length
161.74 mm
Weight
190 g

Package dimensions

Length
18 cm
Width
9.50 cm
Height
3 cm
Weight
327 g

30-day right of return
24 Months Warranty (Bring-in)

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Reviews & Ratings

Warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «Smartphones» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Digitec Galaxus
  • 5.OnePlus
    1.2 %
  • 6.Motorola
    1.3 %
  • 7.Nothing
    1.4 %
  • 8.Crosscall
    1.5 %
  • 8.realme
    1.5 %

Warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

Source: Digitec Galaxus
  • 9.Emporia
    3 days
  • 9.Gigaset
    3 days
  • 9.Nothing
    3 days
  • 9.Samsung
    3 days
  • 13.Apple
    4 days

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «Smartphones» category returned?

Source: Digitec Galaxus
  • 18.Sony
    4.8 %
  • 20.CMF
    4.9 %
  • 21.Nothing
    5 %
  • 21.OnePlus
    5 %
  • 23.Doogee
    5.2 %
Source: Digitec Galaxus

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Overall ratingVery good81/100
Very good80/100
onlinepc.ch Logo
onlinepc.chSingle testReleaseDecember 2024
  • PositivePrice
  • PositiveDesign
  • PositiveUser interface
  • PositiveDisplay. Cameras
  • NegativeNo e-SIM
  • NegativeNo wireless charging
Good75/100
netzwelt.de Logo
netzwelt.deSingle testReleaseNovember 2024
  • PositiveUnique design with glyph interface
  • Positive decent performance
  • Positive Long battery life
  • NegativeNo IP68
  • Negative Glyph interface only on the upper back

Anyone hoping for a larger display on the Phone (2a) Plus will be disappointed. The mobile mainly offers only minor improvements under the bonnet, but Nothing charges at least 70 euros more than for the Phone (2a). There are better models for around 400 euros. However, if the price falls in the next few weeks - for example on Black Friday - the Plus model is definitely preferable to the regular Phone (2a).

This test report belongs to a different type: Phone (2a) Plus (256 GB, Grey, 6.70", Dual SIM, 5G)
Very good90/100
Basic TutorialsSingle testReleaseOctober 2024

The Nothing Phone 2a Plus is a convincing upgrade for the already available Phone 2a, although the question naturally arises as to why there has to be a new edition after just six months. For an additional 100 euros on top of the RRP of its quasi-predecessor, you get a more powerful and efficient chip, a better selfie camera, a slightly faster charging time and a slightly customised design with a metallic...

Very good80/100
PC Welt Online Logo
PC Welt OnlineSingle testReleaseOctober 2024
  • PositiveUnmistakable metallic design
  • PositivePowerful chipset that is ideal for gaming
  • PositiveImpressive selfie camera
  • PositiveFavourable price
  • NegativeThe design might be too eye-catching for some buyers
  • NegativeNo charger included in the packaging
Very good80/100
CHIP OnlineSingle testReleaseOctober 2024
  • PositiveSharp, large OLED display
  • PositiveLong battery life
  • PositiveImpressive dual camera and 50MP selfies
  • PositiveStriking glyph design
  • NegativeRelatively weak processor
  • NegativeNo eSIM, no wireless charging
Very good80/100
notebookcheck.com Logo
notebookcheck.comSingle testReleaseOctober 2024
  • PositiveGreat design and usable LED strips
  • Positivefast WLAN
  • PositiveGood OLED panel
  • Positivefast loading
  • PositiveNo throttling
  • NegativeNo premium features (wireless charging, waterproof housing, eSIM, ...)