Nothing Phone (2a) PlusvsAsus Zenfone 11 Ultra

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

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.
Asus
Asus Zenfone 11 Ultra
Zenfone 11 Ultra
Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen3
RAM:12GB
Storage:256GB

Quick Stats

The Asus Zenfone 11 Ultra's impressive battery life lasts up to two days with moderate use easily.
The Asus Zenfone 11 Ultra's stunning display offers crisp visuals, HDR support, and a seamless user experience daily.
The Asus Zenfone 11 Ultra's camera setup offers solid performance with decent low-light shots and excellent video capabilities overall.
The Asus Zenfone 11 Ultra boasts exceptional performance with smooth operation, battery life, and respectable benchmark scores consistently delivered.
Key Differences

Processor Speed

Winner
Nothing Phone (2a) Plus
3 GHz
Asus Zenfone 11 Ultra
3.30 GHz

RAM

Tie
Nothing Phone (2a) Plus
12GB
Asus Zenfone 11 Ultra
12GB

Storage

Tie
Nothing Phone (2a) Plus
256GB
Asus Zenfone 11 Ultra
256GB

Weight

Winner
Nothing Phone (2a) Plus
190g
Asus Zenfone 11 Ultra
225g
Rank
Nothing Phone (2a) Plus
#205
Asus Zenfone 11 Ultra
Winner
#102
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Nothing Phone (2a) Plus
#301
Winner
Asus Zenfone 11 Ultra
#451
Design
Nothing Phone (2a) Plus
#314
Asus Zenfone 11 Ultra
#116
Winner
Display
Nothing Phone (2a) Plus
#225
Winner
Asus Zenfone 11 Ultra
#505
Performance
Nothing Phone (2a) Plus
#247
Asus Zenfone 11 Ultra
#111
Winner
Battery
Nothing Phone (2a) Plus
#174
Asus Zenfone 11 Ultra
#163
Winner
Camera
Nothing Phone (2a) Plus
#256
Asus Zenfone 11 Ultra
#181
Winner
item_phones_categoryId
Nothing Phone (2a) Plus
#1
Asus Zenfone 11 Ultra
#–

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Nothing Nothing Phone (2a) Plus
Asus Asus Zenfone 11 Ultra
Model
MediaTek Dimensity 7350
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen3
CPU
2x3 GHz ARM Cortex, A715 + 6x 2.0 GHz ARM Cortex, A510
1x3.3GHz Cortex, X4 + 3x3.2 GHz Cortex, A720 + 2x3.0 GHz Cortex, A720 + 2x2.3 GHz Cortex, A520
Type
Octa-Core
Octa-Core
Nanometer
4
4
Frequency
3
3.30
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
Arm Mali-G610 MC4
Adreno 750
RAM
12
12
Type
LPDDR4X RAM
RAM LPDDR5X
Capacity
256
256
Type
UFS Storage 2.2
UFS Storage 4.0
SD slot
No
No
Fingerprint security
Yes, in screen
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
N/A
Yes
Audio
Hi-Res Audio, Stereo Speakers, 3 microphones
Hi-Res Audio, Noise cancellation microphone, Stereo Speakers, 2 microphones
Antutu Score
805721
1532000
Antutu Version
Antutu v10
Antutu v10
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 83% of devices
Overall performance better than 94% 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

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

Asus Zenfone 11 Ultra

Strengths

It's a solid Flagship all around with great battery life
No glaring deficiencies across the board
The display looks great, it's much larger than the previous model
The speakers score very good loudness and deliver well-developed mids, clear highs, and even some base
The camera setup is improved, with features like automatic night mode, 8K video recording at 24 FPS, and decent low-light performance
It runs incredibly smoothly with no slowdowns or hiccups, shws through intensive tasks with ease
At least two major software updates and four years of security patches from Asus

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

Read Full Reviews

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?

Asus Zenfone 11 Ultra

The Asus Zenfone 11 Ultra marks a significant departure from its compact predecessors, embracing a larger form factor that rivals gaming-oriented Rog phones. This shift in strategy raises questions about the future of the Zen phone lineup. Despite this change, the Zenfone 11 Ultra still boasts many hallmarks of a flagship device, including a high-end chipset, improved camera capabilities, and exceptional battery life. In this review, we'll delve into whether this bold new direction is a worthy successor to the Zen phones that came before.

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