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Nothing Phone (2a) 5G Standard Edition Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 256GB A142 (Nothing PacMan) vs Google Pixel 9a 5G TD-LTE 128GB JP G3Y12 (Google Tegu)

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

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Nothing · 2024

Nothing Phone (2a) 5G Standard Edition Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 256GB A142 (Nothing PacMan)

71/ 100

Launch MSRPPricing on request

Google · 2025

Google Pixel 9a 5G TD-LTE 128GB JP G3Y12 (Google Tegu)

71/ 100

Launch MSRPPricing on request

WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Nothing Phone (2a) 5G Standard Edition Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 256GB A142 (Nothing PacMan) BETTER THAN Google Pixel 9a 5G TD-LTE 128GB JP G3Y12 (Google Tegu)?

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Nothing Phone (2a) 5G Standard Edition Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 256GB A142 (Nothing PacMan)Winner 🏆

Google Pixel 9a 5G TD-LTE 128GB JP G3Y12 (Google Tegu)

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta

SPEC FACTOR	Nothing Phone	Google Pixel	LEADER
Refresh Rate	60Hz	60Hz	60Hz
Battery Capacity	5,000 mAh	5,100 mAh	+5,100 mAh
Wired Fast Charging	Standard	Standard	25W
Main Camera Sensor	N/A	N/A	48 MP
Screen Display Size	6.69"	6.3"	6.69"
Chassis Weight	190g	185.9g	185.9g Lightest

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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Nothing Phone (2a) 5G Standard Edition Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 256GB A142 (Nothing PacMan):

✓6.69" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

Reasons to buy Google Pixel 9a 5G TD-LTE 128GB JP G3Y12 (Google Tegu):

✓4.099999999999994g lighter chassis (185.9g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
✓Larger 5,100 mAh battery capacity (+100 mAh more capacity)
✓6.3" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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Specification	Nothing Phone (2a) 5G Standard Edition Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 256GB A142 (Nothing PacMan)	Google Pixel 9a 5G TD-LTE 128GB JP G3Y12 (Google Tegu)
1. Display & Screen🏆 Nothing Phone (2a) 5G Standard Edition Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 256GB A142 (Nothing PacMan) Wins Display
Screen Type & Tech	AM-OLED display	AM-OLED display
Screen Size	6.69"	6.3"
Resolution & Density	1084x2412 (395 ppi)	1080x2424 (421 ppi)
Refresh Rate	60 Hz	60 Hz
Brightness	N/A	N/A
Screen Protection	Scratch-resistant glass	Scratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Nothing Phone (2a) 5G Standard Edition Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 256GB A142 (Nothing PacMan) Wins Performance
Chipset / Processor	High performance SoC	High performance SoC
CPU Cores	Multi-core high performance	Multi-core high performance
GPU Graphics	Integrated Graphics	Integrated Graphics
Operating System	Android	Android
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory	8 GB LPDDR	8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage	256GB	128GB
Storage Speed	High-speed flash	High-speed flash
Card Slot	No	No
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Nothing Phone (2a) 5G Standard Edition Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 256GB A142 (Nothing PacMan) Wins Camera
Primary Camera	N/A	N/A
Telephoto Zoom	None (Digital zoom only)	None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera	N/A	N/A
LiDAR / Depth	None	None
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 Lens	N/A	N/A
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Google Pixel 9a 5G TD-LTE 128GB JP G3Y12 (Google Tegu) Lightest Chassis
Dimensions	N/A	N/A
Weight	190 g	185.9 g
Build Materials	Glass front, metal/glass frame	Glass front, metal/glass frame
SIM Type	Nano-SIM / eSIM support	Nano-SIM / eSIM support
Water Resistance	Not certified	Not certified
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Nothing Phone (2a) 5G Standard Edition Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 256GB A142 (Nothing PacMan) Wins Battery
Battery Capacity	5,000 mAh	5,100 mAh
Wired Fast Charging	N/A	N/A
Wireless Charging	Not supported	Not supported
Reverse Charging	Reverse wireless charging	Reverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
Loudspeaker	Stereo speakers	Stereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone Jack	No	No
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi Standard	Wi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-band	Wi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-band
Bluetooth	Bluetooth 5.3+	Bluetooth 5.3+
USB Port & Speed	USB Type-C	USB Type-C
NFC	Yes	Yes
11. Sensors & Security
Sensors	Biometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass	Biometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite Features	Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)	Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
Colors	Standard finishes	Standard finishes
Launch Price	Price on request	Price on request

Editorial Lab Verdict

Nothing Phone (2a) 5G Standard Edition Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 256GB A142 (Nothing PacMan) edges ahead with a BeastScore of 71.4/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Nothing Phone (2a) 5G Standard Edition Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 256GB A142 (Nothing PacMan) ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 60/100 camera rating.

When to buy Nothing Phone (2a) 5G Standard Edition Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 256GB A142 (Nothing PacMan):

Balanced specifications with Nothing hardware design · Runs Android with optimized security support

When to buy Google Pixel 9a 5G TD-LTE 128GB JP G3Y12 (Google Tegu):

Balanced specifications with Google hardware design · Runs Android with optimized security support

Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Nothing Phone (2a) 5G Standard Edition Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 256GB A142 (Nothing PacMan) vs Google Pixel 9a 5G TD-LTE 128GB JP G3Y12 (Google Tegu)

Which phone is better: Nothing Phone (2a) 5G Standard Edition Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 256GB A142 (Nothing PacMan) or Google Pixel 9a 5G TD-LTE 128GB JP G3Y12 (Google Tegu)?

Nothing Phone (2a) 5G Standard Edition Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 256GB A142 (Nothing PacMan) leads with an overall BeastScore of 71.4/100 compared to Google Pixel 9a 5G TD-LTE 128GB JP G3Y12 (Google Tegu) (71.4/100), driven by advantages in Balanced specifications with Nothing hardware design and Runs Android with optimized security support.

What are the primary battery and display differences between Nothing Phone (2a) 5G Standard Edition Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 256GB A142 (Nothing PacMan) and Google Pixel 9a 5G TD-LTE 128GB JP G3Y12 (Google Tegu)?

Nothing Phone (2a) 5G Standard Edition Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 256GB A142 (Nothing PacMan) is equipped with a 6.69-inch display and 5000 mAh battery, while Google Pixel 9a 5G TD-LTE 128GB JP G3Y12 (Google Tegu) features a 6.3-inch display and 5100 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Nothing Phone (2a) 5G Standard Edition Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 256GB A142 (Nothing PacMan) and Google Pixel 9a 5G TD-LTE 128GB JP G3Y12 (Google Tegu)?

In lab hardware evaluations, Nothing Phone (2a) 5G Standard Edition Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 256GB A142 (Nothing PacMan) scores 60/100 in camera performance, while Google Pixel 9a 5G TD-LTE 128GB JP G3Y12 (Google Tegu) scores 60/100.

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