Nothing CMF Phone 1 vs Nothing Phone (2a)
Compare Nothing CMF Phone 1 vs Nothing Phone (2a) side by side: MediaTek Dimensity 7300 5G vs MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro, 50MP vs 50MP camera, 5500mAh vs…
Nothing
CMF Phone 1
$199
7categories won
Nothing
Phone (2a)
$349
7categories won
6 categories tied · 20 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Nothing CMF Phone 1 takes the overall win
The Nothing CMF Phone 1 claims the overall win over the Nothing Phone (2a), delivering a stronger technical package across battery endurance and core hardware. In camera testing, the Phone (2a) leads with superior optics, while battery endurance leans towards the CMF Phone 1. Choose the CMF Phone 1 if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Phone (2a) if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.
CMF Phone 1 wins on endurance with 5,500 mAh and 65W fast charging.
CMF Phone 1 leads gaming and raw performance powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 5G and 8GB RAM.
Phone (2a) takes photography with 50MP optics.
CMF Phone 1 provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $199 vs $349.
Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.
CMF Phone 1 vs Phone (2a): specifications compared
Display
| Specification | CMF Phone 1 | Phone (2a) |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.67" | 6.7" |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 | 1080 x 2412Winner |
| Pixel density | 395 ppi | 394 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 2000 nitsWinner | 1300 nits |
Performance
| Specification | CMF Phone 1 | Phone (2a) |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 5G | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro |
| Process node | 4 nm | 4 nm |
| AnTuTu score | 670,000 | 710,000Winner |
| Geekbench multi | 2980Winner | 2610 |
| Maximum RAM | 8 GB | 12 GBWinner |
| Maximum storage | 256GB | 256GB |
Camera
| Specification | CMF Phone 1 | Phone (2a) |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Rear cameras | 2 | 2 |
| Ultrawide | — | 50 MP |
| Selfie camera | 16 MP | 32 MPWinner |
| Max video | 4K at 30fps, 1080p at 60fps | 4K at 30fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | CMF Phone 1 | Phone (2a) |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,500 mAhWinner | 5,000 mAh |
| Wired charging | 65 WWinner | 45 W |
| Wireless charging | 25 WWinner | No |
Design
| Specification | CMF Phone 1 | Phone (2a) |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 197 g | 190 gWinner |
| Thickness | 8.2 mmWinner | 8.55 mm |
| Water resistance | IP52 | IP54 |
| Build | Modular interchangeable back cover with exposed stainless steel screws, Accessory Point dial, polycarbonate chassis | Polycarbonate unibody, transparent back with dual-camera eyes |
Software and support
| Specification | CMF Phone 1 | Phone (2a) |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 14, Nothing OS 2.6 | Android 14 (upgradable to 15) |
| OS updates | 2 years | 3 yearsWinner |
| Security updates | 2 years | 4 yearsWinner |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | CMF Phone 1 | Phone (2a) |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth) | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Storage expansion | microSD | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $199Winner | $349 |
Nothing CMF Phone 1
The CMF Phone 1 breaks smartphone monotony with an ingenious modular backplate system, physical Accessory Point, vibrant Super AMOLED 120Hz display, and bloatware-free Nothing OS 2.6.
- Display
- 6.67"
- Chipset
- MediaTek Dimensity 7300 5G
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,500mAh
Nothing Phone (2a)
Bringing the iconic transparent design, 3-part Glyph interface, 5000 mAh battery, and custom Dimensity 7200 Pro chip down to $349, the Nothing Phone (2a) dominates the affordable mid-range.
- Display
- 6.7"
- Chipset
- MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,000mAh