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Nothing Phone (2a) vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 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 · 2024

Nothing Phone (2a)

Nothing Phone (2a)
85/ 100
Launch MSRP$349 USD
Samsung

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G
85/ 100
Launch MSRPPricing on request
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Nothing Phone (2a) BETTER THAN Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G?

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Nothing Phone (2a)Winner 🏆
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORNothing PhoneSamsung GalaxyLEADER
Refresh Rate120Hz120Hz120Hz
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh4,300 mAh+5,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging45WStandard45W Max
Main Camera Sensor50 MP50 MP50 MP
Screen Display Size6.7"6.9"6.9"
Chassis Weight190gN/A190g Lightest
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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Nothing Phone (2a):
  • ✓809g lighter chassis (190g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓$9650 lower launch MSRP ($349 vs $9999)
  • ✓Larger 5,000 mAh battery capacity (+700 mAh more capacity)
Reasons to buy Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G:
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓6.9" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationNothing Phone (2a)Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G
1. Display & Screen🏆 Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G Wins Display
Screen Type & TechAMOLEDAMOLED
Screen Size6.7"6.9"
Resolution & Density2412x1084 (394 ppi)FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness1,300 nits peakN/A
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 14Android
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB LPDDR12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage128GB / 256GB512 GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Nothing Phone (2a) Wins Camera
Primary Camera50 MP, f/1.88, OIS, Samsung GN950 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/2.212 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Nothing Phone (2a) Lightest Chassis
Dimensions161.7 x 76.3 x 8.5 mmN/A
Weight190 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🏆 Nothing Phone (2a) Wins Battery
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh4,300 mAh
Wired Fast Charging45W wired fast chargingFast charging
Wireless ChargingNot supportedNot 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$349Price on request
Editorial Lab Verdict

Nothing Phone (2a) edges ahead with a BeastScore of 85.4/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Nothing Phone (2a) 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 (2a):
Higher overall BeastScore: 85.4 vs top rival 85.3 · Larger battery capacity: 5,000 mAh (+700 mAh more)
When to buy Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G:
More system memory: 12GB RAM vs max 8GB
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Nothing Phone (2a) vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G

Which phone is better: Nothing Phone (2a) or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G?

Nothing Phone (2a) leads with an overall BeastScore of 85.4/100 compared to Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G (85.3/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 85.4 vs top rival 85.3 and Larger battery capacity: 5,000 mAh (+700 mAh more).

What are the primary battery and display differences between Nothing Phone (2a) and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G?

Nothing Phone (2a) is equipped with a 6.7-inch display and 5000 mAh battery, while Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G features a 6.9-inch display and 4300 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Nothing Phone (2a) and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G?

In lab hardware evaluations, Nothing Phone (2a) scores 88/100 in camera performance, while Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G scores 80/100.

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