Nothing Phone (2a) Plus vs Poco X8 Power

Compare Nothing Phone (2a) Plus vs Poco X8 Power side by side: MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, 50MP vs 50MP camera, 5000mAh vs…

Nothing

X8 Power

$349

4categories won

7 categories tied · 16 scored in total · add a third phone

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Poco X8 Power takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Poco X8 Power proves superior overall against the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus, outperforming on battery endurance and daily usability. In camera testing, the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus leads with sharper imaging, while battery endurance leans towards the X8 Power. Choose the X8 Power if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.

🔋 BatteryX8 Power

X8 Power takes battery honors offering 10,000 mAh alongside 100W charging.

🎮 GamingTie

Both handsets deliver top-tier speed with MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro and smooth everyday multitasking.

📸 CameraNothing Phone (2a) Plus

Nothing Phone (2a) Plus wins photography with 50MP main imaging.

🏷️ ValueX8 Power

X8 Power wins on budget and value at $349 compared to $399.

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.

Nothing Phone (2a) Plus vs X8 Power: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus, Poco X8 Power
Specification	Nothing Phone (2a) Plus	X8 Power
Screen size	6.7"	6.67"
Resolution	1084 x 2412Winner	1080 x 2400
Pixel density	395 ppi	395 ppi
Refresh rate	120 Hz	120 Hz
Peak brightness	1300 nitsWinner	450 nits

Performance

Performance comparison between the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus, Poco X8 Power
Specification	Nothing Phone (2a) Plus	X8 Power
Chipset	MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
Process node	4 nm	4 nm
AnTuTu score	790,000	—
Geekbench multi	3480	—
Maximum RAM	12 GB	12 GB
Maximum storage	256GB	512GBWinner

Camera

Camera comparison between the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus, Poco X8 Power
Specification	Nothing Phone (2a) Plus	X8 Power
Main sensor	50 MP	50 MP
Rear cameras	2	2
Ultrawide	50 MPWinner	8 MP
Selfie camera	50 MPWinner	32 MP
Max video	4K@30fps (Front & Rear), 1080p@120fps	4K@30fps

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus, Poco X8 Power
Specification	Nothing Phone (2a) Plus	X8 Power
Capacity	5,000 mAh	10,000 mAhWinner
Wired charging	50 W	100 WWinner
Wireless charging	No	No

Design

Design comparison between the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus, Poco X8 Power
Specification	Nothing Phone (2a) Plus	X8 Power
Weight	190 gWinner	229 g
Thickness	8.5 mm	8.6 mm
Water resistance	IP54	IP68/IP69K
Build	Transparent metallic-tinted back panel, Glyph Interface LEDs, Gorilla Glass 5 front	Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus, Poco X8 Power
Specification	Nothing Phone (2a) Plus	X8 Power
Operating system	Android 14	Android 13
OS updates	3 years	—
Security updates	4 years	—

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus, Poco X8 Power
Specification	Nothing Phone (2a) Plus	X8 Power
5G	Yes	Yes
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)	—
Storage expansion	None	microSD
3.5mm jack	No	No
Launch price	$399	$349Winner