Asus Zenfone 10vsNothing Phone (2a) Plus

We compare these two popular phones to help you decide which one fits your needs and budget better.

Asus
Asus Zenfone 10
Zenfone 10
Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen2
RAM:8GB
Storage:128GB

Quick Stats

The Asus Zenfone 10's battery life is similar to last year's model, with no significant improvement noted overall.
The Asus Zenfone 10's display offers a competitive, but not revolutionary, upgrade with its 144Hz refresh rate feature.
The Asus Zenfone 10's camera capabilities are an improvement over its predecessor, but not a significant departure.
The Asus Zenfone 10 excels in performance with seamless day-to-day use and excellent gaming capabilities, despite thermal management issues.
Nothing
Nothing Phone (2a) Plus
Phone (2a) Plus
Processor:MediaTek Dimensity 7350
RAM:12GB
Storage:256GB

Quick Stats

The Nothing Phone (2A) Plus's battery life is merely adequate, falling short of expectations.
The Nothing Phone (2A) Plus boasts an impressive display with high refresh rate and vibrant colors.
The Nothing Phone (2a) Plus delivers solid camera results, especially in good lighting conditions, despite some limitations.
The Nothing Phone (2A) Plus delivers smooth performance with demanding tasks, despite a mid-level chip.
Key Differences

Processor Speed

Winner
Asus Zenfone 10
3.20 GHz
Nothing Phone (2a) Plus
3 GHz

RAM

Winner
Asus Zenfone 10
8GB
Nothing Phone (2a) Plus
12GB

Storage

Winner
Asus Zenfone 10
128GB
Nothing Phone (2a) Plus
256GB

Weight

Winner
Asus Zenfone 10
172g
Nothing Phone (2a) Plus
190g
Rank
Asus Zenfone 10
Winner
#117
Nothing Phone (2a) Plus
#205
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Asus Zenfone 10
#44
Winner
Nothing Phone (2a) Plus
#301
Design
Asus Zenfone 10
#190
Winner
Nothing Phone (2a) Plus
#314
Display
Asus Zenfone 10
#220
Winner
Nothing Phone (2a) Plus
#225
Performance
Asus Zenfone 10
#112
Winner
Nothing Phone (2a) Plus
#247
Battery
Asus Zenfone 10
#397
Nothing Phone (2a) Plus
#174
Winner
Camera
Asus Zenfone 10
#464
Nothing Phone (2a) Plus
#256
Winner
item_phones_categoryId
Asus Zenfone 10
#1
Tie
Nothing Phone (2a) Plus
#1
Tie

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Asus Asus Zenfone 10
Nothing Nothing Phone (2a) Plus
Model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen2
MediaTek Dimensity 7350
CPU
1x3.2GHz Cortex, X3 + 2x2.8 GHz Cortex, A715 + 2x2.8 GHz Cortex, A710 + 3x2.02 GHz Cortex, A510
2x3 GHz ARM Cortex, A715 + 6x 2.0 GHz ARM Cortex, A510
Type
Octa-Core
Octa-Core
Nanometer
4
4
Frequency
3.20
3
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
Qualcomm Adreno 740
Arm Mali-G610 MC4
RAM
8
12
Type
RAM LPDDR5X
LPDDR4X RAM
Capacity
128
256
Type
UFS Storage 4.0
UFS Storage 2.2
SD slot
No
No
Fingerprint security
Yes, on the side
Yes, in screen
Fingerprint sensor
Yes
Yes
Proximity sensor
Yes
Yes
Light sensor
Yes
Yes
Accelerometer sensor
Yes
Yes
Compass sensor
Yes
Yes
Gyroscope sensor
Yes
Yes
Gravity sensor
Yes
Yes
Hall sensor
Yes
N/A
Audio
Hi-Res Audio, Noise cancellation microphone, Stereo Speakers, 2 microphones
Hi-Res Audio, Stereo Speakers, 3 microphones
Antutu Score
1532000
805721
Antutu Version
Antutu v10
Antutu v10
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 94% of devices
Overall performance better than 83% of devices
Cooling system
Yes
Yes
Gaming buttons
No
No
Extras
N/A
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Asus Zenfone 10

Strengths

The display has a great contrast, support for HDR 10 plus video, and good color accuracy.
The fingerprint reader is blazing fast and reliable.
The phone comes with IP68 protection against water and dust.
The battery life is similar to the previous model, but with better screen on results.
The charging speed is nearly the same as expected, with a 30 watt wired charger that can top up the phone from 0 to 60 percent in half an hour.
The cameras take solid day photos with plenty of detail and good dynamic range.
The main camera has gimbal stabilized video capture up to 8K at 24fps.
The Zenfone 10 is still a great phone, one of the best compact flagships on the market.

Weaknesses

The display's highest refresh rate setting is only usable in games.
The cameras lose autofocus on the ultra wide and selfie cams compared to the previous model.
The ultrawide cam's video quality is good, but lacks contrast and wide dynamic range.
There is a bit of sharpening in low light conditions that can lend details a slightly over-processed look.
The phone doesn't have any major upgrades over the previous model except for the chipset and wireless charging.
The white balance in indoor scenes with the selfie cam was a bit too cold.
You might not need to upgrade if you already have last year's Zenfone 9, as it's still a great phone.
The camera's ability to handle movement like running is not perfect.

Nothing Phone (2a) Plus

Strengths

Unique design
Solid all-round performance
Camera is nice
Battery life is lovely
Software (Nothing OS) is one of my favorite UIs
120Hz refresh rate feels fast and responsive

Weaknesses

Only three years of software support, compared to Samsung's seven years
No wireless charging, which can be a pain point for some users
No eSIM support, which can be frustrating for frequent travelers
Not significantly different from the regular 2A model
Price is £50 more than the 2A at the same spec
Limited modes and options in camera settings
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Asus Zenfone 10

The Asus Zenfone 10 is a compact flagship that sticks to its predecessor's winning formula. With a pint-sized yet premium design, similar display features, and a new chipset, the device looks poised for success. But with no major breakthroughs in camera technology and some compromises on features like autofocus, it's worth wondering if this iteration is worth upgrading from last year's model.

Nothing Phone (2a) Plus

The Nothing Phone (2a) Plus is an intriguing device that offers a unique blend of style and substance. Its distinctive design, solid all-round performance, and impressive camera capabilities make it an attractive option for those seeking a mid-range Android experience. Running on the Nothing OS 2.6 platform, this phone promises fast and responsive software interactions. But how does it stack up against its competitors? Does its sleek design justify the premium price tag?

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