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Nothing Phone (1) vs Google Pixel Fold

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing display brightness, chipset benchmark percentiles, multi-camera arrays, battery capacity, and charging speeds.

Smartphone Battle
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Nothing · 2022

Nothing Phone (1)

Nothing Phone (1)
83/ 100
Launch MSRP$399 USD
Google · 2023

Google Pixel Fold

Google Pixel Fold
82/ 100
Launch MSRP$1,799 USD
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Nothing Phone (1) BETTER THAN Google Pixel Fold?

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Nothing Phone (1)Winner 🏆
Google Pixel Fold

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORNothing PhoneGoogle PixelLEADER
Refresh Rate120Hz120Hz120Hz
Battery Capacity4,500 mAh4,821 mAh+4,821 mAh
Wired Fast Charging33W30W33W Max
Main Camera Sensor50 MP48 MP50 MP
Screen Display Size6.55"7.6"7.6"
Chassis Weight193.5g283g193.5g Lightest
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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Nothing Phone (1):
  • ✓89.5g lighter chassis (193.5g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓$1400 lower launch MSRP ($399 vs $1799)
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
Reasons to buy Google Pixel Fold:
  • ✓Larger 4,821 mAh battery capacity (+321 mAh more capacity)
  • ✓48MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓7.6" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationNothing Phone (1)Google Pixel Fold
1. Display & Screen🏆 Nothing Phone (1) Wins Display
Screen Type & TechOLEDOLED
Screen Size6.55"7.6"
Resolution & Density2400x1080 (402 ppi)2208x1840 (380 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness1,200 nits peak1,450 nits peak
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Google Pixel Fold Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC High performance SoC
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 12Android 13
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB LPDDR12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage128GB / 256GB256GB / 512GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Nothing Phone (1) Wins Camera
Primary Camera50 MP, f/1.88, OIS, Sony IMX76648 MP, f/1.7, OIS, Samsung GN1
Telephoto ZoomNone (Digital zoom only)10.8 MP (5x optical zoom), f/3.05, OIS
Ultrawide Camera50 MP, f/2.210.8 MP, f/2.2
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
Front Video
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens16 MP, f/2.458 MP, f/2
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Nothing Phone (1) Lightest Chassis
Dimensions159.2 x 75.8 x 8.3 mm158.7 x 139.7 x 12.1 mm
Weight193.5 g283 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceIP53IPX8
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Nothing Phone (1) Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,500 mAh4,821 mAh
Wired Fast Charging33W wired fast charging30W wired fast charging
Wireless Charging5W wireless charging7W wireless charging
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 6Wi-Fi 6E
Bluetooth5.15.3
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 2.0USB-C 3.2
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compassBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS via satellite (select markets)Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsStandard finishesStandard finishes
Launch Price$399$1799
Editorial Lab Verdict

Nothing Phone (1) edges ahead with a BeastScore of 82.8/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Nothing Phone (1) ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 88/100 camera rating.

When to buy Nothing Phone (1):
Higher overall BeastScore: 82.8 vs top rival 82.0 · Lighter body: 193.5g (90g lighter in hand)
When to buy Google Pixel Fold:
Larger battery capacity: 4,821 mAh (+321 mAh more) · Dedicated optical telephoto zoom (1 lens system)
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Nothing Phone (1) vs Google Pixel Fold

Which phone is better: Nothing Phone (1) or Google Pixel Fold?

Nothing Phone (1) leads with an overall BeastScore of 82.8/100 compared to Google Pixel Fold (82.0/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 82.8 vs top rival 82.0 and Lighter body: 193.5g (90g lighter in hand).

What are the primary battery and display differences between Nothing Phone (1) and Google Pixel Fold?

Nothing Phone (1) is equipped with a 6.55-inch display and 4500 mAh battery, while Google Pixel Fold features a 7.6-inch display and 4821 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Nothing Phone (1) and Google Pixel Fold?

In lab hardware evaluations, Nothing Phone (1) scores 88/100 in camera performance, while Google Pixel Fold scores 85/100.

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