Nothing CMF Phone 1vsZTE Blade A53 Pro

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

Nothing
Nothing CMF Phone 1
CMF Phone 1
Processor:MediaTek Dimensity 7300
RAM:8GB
Storage:128GB

Quick Stats

The Nothing CMF Phone 1 boasts exceptional battery life with up to two days of use on moderate usage.
The standout feature of the Nothing CMF Phone 1 is its excellent display with vibrant visuals.
The Nothing CMF Phone 1's camera holds its own despite limitations, making it a redeeming feature overall.
The Nothing CMF Phone 1's performance is commendable, handling tasks with ease despite minor occasional stutters.
ZTE
ZTE Blade A53 Pro
Blade A53 Pro
Processor:Spreadtrum Unisoc SC9863A
RAM:4GB
Storage:64GB

Quick Stats

The ZTE Blade A53 Pro's battery life is underwhelming, even by budget phone standards, and a significant letdown.
The ZTE Blade A53 Pro's subpar display is its major downfall and main drawback overall.
The ZTE Blade A53 Pro's camera system is a major disappointment with poor image quality overall.
The ZTE Blade A53 Pro's underwhelming performance makes it a poor choice for seamless smartphone experiences overall.
Key Differences

Processor Speed

Winner
Nothing CMF Phone 1
2.50 GHz
ZTE Blade A53 Pro
1.60 GHz

RAM

Winner
Nothing CMF Phone 1
8GB
ZTE Blade A53 Pro
4GB

Storage

Winner
Nothing CMF Phone 1
128GB
ZTE Blade A53 Pro
64GB

Weight

Winner
Nothing CMF Phone 1
197g
ZTE Blade A53 Pro
198g
Rank
Nothing CMF Phone 1
Winner
#452
ZTE Blade A53 Pro
#850
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Nothing CMF Phone 1
#455
Winner
ZTE Blade A53 Pro
#858
Design
Nothing CMF Phone 1
#747
Winner
ZTE Blade A53 Pro
#839
Display
Nothing CMF Phone 1
#406
Winner
ZTE Blade A53 Pro
#838
Performance
Nothing CMF Phone 1
#367
Winner
ZTE Blade A53 Pro
#839
Battery
Nothing CMF Phone 1
#194
Winner
ZTE Blade A53 Pro
#853
Camera
Nothing CMF Phone 1
#656
Winner
ZTE Blade A53 Pro
#824
item_phones_categoryId
Nothing CMF Phone 1
#–
ZTE Blade A53 Pro
#1

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Nothing Nothing CMF Phone 1
ZTE ZTE Blade A53 Pro
Model
MediaTek Dimensity 7300
Spreadtrum Unisoc SC9863A
CPU
4xCortex, A78 2.5GHz + 4xCortex, A55 2.0GHz
4x Cortex, A55 1.6 GHz + 4x Cortex, A55 1.2 GHz
Type
Octa-Core
Octa-Core
Nanometer
4
28
Frequency
2.50
1.60
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
Arm Mali-G615 MC2
PowerVR GE8322
RAM
8
4
Type
LPDDR4X RAM
LPDDR4 RAM
Capacity
128
64
Type
UFS Storage 2.2
eMMC 5.1 Storage
Fingerprint security
Yes, in screen
Yes, in the back
Fingerprint sensor
Yes
No
Proximity sensor
Yes
Yes
Light sensor
Yes
Yes
Accelerometer sensor
Yes
Yes
Compass sensor
Yes
N/A
Gyroscope sensor
Yes
N/A
Audio
N/A
N/A
Antutu Score
679887
112000
Antutu Version
Antutu v10
Antutu v9
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 79% of devices
Overall performance better than 49% of devices
Cooling system
Yes
No
Gaming buttons
No
No
Extras
N/A
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Nothing CMF Phone 1

Strengths

The phone has a great display with very nice colors, good brightness and decent viewing angles.
The camera is surprisingly good, with detailed photos and decent video recording capabilities.
The audio quality is acceptable, if not outstanding, but the speaker is loud enough for casual use.
The phone's performance is smooth, despite some minor delays in app launching times.
The price of the phone is very competitive, making it feel like a complete steal.
The attention to detail in the camera software and hardware is impressive, given the price point.

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

ZTE Blade A53 Pro

Strengths

The phone comes with a screen protector, which is a nice surprise.
It has 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage, although some of it may be reserved for system use.
The device has a dual camera setup, even if the cameras are not impressive
The phone's price is relatively low at $150.
It comes with a SIM tool and a charger

Weaknesses

The packaging is cheap and flimsy.
The charging port is micro USB, which is outdated and a major inconvenience.
The cameras are not impressive, especially the 2MP sensor
The display has a low resolution of 720p and no high refresh rate
The processor is weak and not powerful enough to handle demanding tasks
Read Full Reviews

Nothing CMF Phone 1

The Nothing CMF Phone 1 is a surprising gem that defies expectations. With its generous feature set and impressive performance, this phone checks all the right boxes at an unbeatable price point. The camera system, although not perfect, delivers stunning results in many scenarios. Audio and zoom capabilities are notable downsides, but the overall package feels like a complete steal. Is this a new benchmark for budget phones? A review of the CMF Phone 1 reveals a compelling answer.

ZTE Blade A53 Pro

The ZTE Blade A53 Pro - a budget smartphone that falls short on several fronts. With a subpar display resolution, outdated micro USB charging port, and questionable camera setup, this device struggles to justify its $150 price tag. Add to that a weak processor, limited storage, and no NFC or 5G capabilities, and you're left with a phone that feels like a major compromise. Can it still be considered a budget option, or is it simply not worth the money?

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