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Nothing Phone (2) vs Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G

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

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Nothing · 2023

Nothing Phone (2)

Nothing Phone (2)
86/ 100
Launch MSRP$599 USD
Google

Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G

Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G
85/ 100
Launch MSRPPricing on request
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Nothing Phone (2) BETTER THAN Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G?

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Nothing Phone (2)Winner 🏆
Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORNothing PhoneGoogle PixelLEADER
Refresh Rate120Hz120Hz120Hz
Battery Capacity4,700 mAh5,115 mAh+5,115 mAh
Wired Fast Charging45WStandard45W Max
Main Camera Sensor50 MP50 MP50 MP
Screen Display Size6.7"6.8"6.8"
Chassis Weight201.2gN/A201.2g Lightest
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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Nothing Phone (2):
  • ✓797.8g lighter chassis (201.2g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓$9400 lower launch MSRP ($599 vs $9999)
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
Reasons to buy Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G:
  • ✓Larger 5,115 mAh battery capacity (+415 mAh more capacity)
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓6.8" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationNothing Phone (2)Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G
1. Display & Screen🏆 Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G Wins Display
Screen Type & TechLTPO OLEDAMOLED
Screen Size6.7"6.8"
Resolution & Density2412x1080 (394 ppi)FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness1,600 nits peakN/A
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Nothing Phone (2) Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC Google Tensor G6
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 13Android
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR16 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage128GB / 256GB / 512GB1024 GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Nothing Phone (2) Wins Camera
Primary Camera50 MP, f/1.88, OIS, Sony IMX89050 MP, Triple Camera System
Telephoto ZoomNone (Digital zoom only)None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera50 MP, f/2.2N/A
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 Lens32 MP, f/2.4512 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Nothing Phone (2) Lightest Chassis
Dimensions162.1 x 76.4 x 8.6 mmN/A
Weight201.2 gN/A
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceIP54Not certified
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,700 mAh5,115 mAh
Wired Fast Charging45W wired fast chargingFast charging
Wireless Charging15W wireless chargingNot supported
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 6EWi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-band
Bluetooth5.3Bluetooth 5.3+
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 2.0USB Type-C
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes
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$599Price on request
Editorial Lab Verdict

Nothing Phone (2) edges ahead with a BeastScore of 85.7/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Nothing Phone (2) 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 (2):
Higher overall BeastScore: 85.7 vs top rival 84.8 · Significantly faster wired charging: 45W vs max 0W
When to buy Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G:
Larger battery capacity: 5,115 mAh (+415 mAh more) · More system memory: 16GB RAM vs max 12GB
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Nothing Phone (2) vs Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G

Which phone is better: Nothing Phone (2) or Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G?

Nothing Phone (2) leads with an overall BeastScore of 85.7/100 compared to Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G (84.8/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 85.7 vs top rival 84.8 and Significantly faster wired charging: 45W vs max 0W.

What are the primary battery and display differences between Nothing Phone (2) and Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G?

Nothing Phone (2) is equipped with a 6.7-inch display and 4700 mAh battery, while Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G features a 6.8-inch display and 5115 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Nothing Phone (2) and Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G?

In lab hardware evaluations, Nothing Phone (2) scores 88/100 in camera performance, while Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G scores 80/100.

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