Nothing Phone (2a)vsAsus Rog Phone 6

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

Nothing
Nothing Phone (2a)
Phone (2a)
Processor:MediaTek Dimensity 7200
RAM:8GB
Storage:128GB

Quick Stats

The Nothing Phone (2a)'s impressive battery life and charging speed are its standout features.
The Nothing Phone (2a)'s display boasts improved brightness, resolution, and durability, with a modern slimmed-down design.
The Nothing Phone (2a)'s camera is serviceable, but lacks sharpness and impressive dynamic range.
The Nothing Phone (2a)'s smooth performance belies its price tag, making it a great budget phone option overall.
Asus
Asus Rog Phone 6
Rog Phone 6
Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen1
RAM:12GB
Storage:256GB

Quick Stats

The Asus Rog Phone 6 boasts exceptional battery life with up to 119 hours of endurance rating achieved.
The Asus Rog Phone 6 boasts an exceptional display with vibrant colors and high refresh rate for seamless visuals always.
The Asus Rog Phone 6's camera delivers solid results, with good performance in various lighting conditions consistently.
The Asus Rog Phone 6's exceptional performance makes it an ideal choice for gamers demanding top-notch gaming capabilities overall.
Key Differences

Processor Speed

Winner
Nothing Phone (2a)
2.80 GHz
Asus Rog Phone 6
3.20 GHz

RAM

Winner
Nothing Phone (2a)
8GB
Asus Rog Phone 6
12GB

Storage

Winner
Nothing Phone (2a)
128GB
Asus Rog Phone 6
256GB

Weight

Winner
Nothing Phone (2a)
190g
Asus Rog Phone 6
239g
Rank
Nothing Phone (2a)
#265
Asus Rog Phone 6
Winner
#179
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Nothing Phone (2a)
#302
Asus Rog Phone 6
#50
Winner
Design
Nothing Phone (2a)
#315
Winner
Asus Rog Phone 6
#817
Display
Nothing Phone (2a)
#226
Asus Rog Phone 6
#224
Winner
Performance
Nothing Phone (2a)
#360
Asus Rog Phone 6
#162
Winner
Battery
Nothing Phone (2a)
#175
Asus Rog Phone 6
#170
Winner
Camera
Nothing Phone (2a)
#318
Asus Rog Phone 6
#317
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Nothing Nothing Phone (2a)
Asus Asus Rog Phone 6
Model
MediaTek Dimensity 7200
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen1
CPU
2x2.8 GHz ARM Cortex, A715 + 6x 2.0 GHz ARM Cortex, A510
1x3.2 GHz Cortex, X2 +3x2.8 GHz Cortex, A710 + 4x2.0 GHz Cortex, A510
Type
Octa-Core
Octa-Core
Nanometer
4
4
Frequency
2.80
3.20
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
ARM Mali-G610 MC4
Qualcomm Adreno 730 875 MHz
RAM
8
12
Type
LPDDR4X RAM
RAM LPDDR5
Capacity
128
256
Type
UFS Storage 2.2
UFS Storage 3.1
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
N/A
Hall sensor
N/A
Yes
Audio
Hi-Res Audio, Stereo Speakers, 3 microphones
DTS / DTS X, Hi-Res Audio, Noise cancellation microphone, Stereo Speakers, 4 microphones
Antutu Score
688952
1203000
Antutu Version
Antutu v10
Antutu v10
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 80% of devices
Overall performance better than 90% of devices
Cooling system
Yes
Yes
Gaming buttons
No
Yes
Extras
N/A
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Nothing Phone (2a)

Strengths

The phone has a bigger, brighter screen with thinner bezels
It has a larger battery with faster charging
The processor clock speed is higher
The front camera resolution is higher
There's a wider variety of refresh rates
The phone offers serviceable cameras that can capture moments and document scanning
The software features are still present, including advanced settings and experimental features
Nothing promises three years of Android updates with this phone

Weaknesses

No wireless charging option
Only IP54 rating instead of IP68
Body material is plastic instead of glass and aluminum
Macro mode is not available
Camera quality is not sharp, even in great lighting
Dynamic range and depth of field are not amazing
Photos may not be the best for artistic purposes or capturing moments
Some features might feel like gimmicks to users

Asus Rog Phone 6

Strengths

The Asus Rog Phone 6 has delivered a top-notch gaming phone which is pretty much unmatched when it comes to the sheer number of features and options available to enhance the gaming experience.
You get a standout display, excellent audio quality, and great battery life with the Asus Rog Phone 6.
It's worth noting that the camera performance is good overall, especially in daylight conditions, and video recording capabilities are impressive up to 8K resolution at 24 FPS.
The battery endurance rating of 119 hours is great, better than previous models and many rivals.
With its powerful new chipset, the Asus Rog Phone 6 is the top dog for mobile gaming tech enthusiasts.

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

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Nothing Phone (2a)

The Nothing Phone (2a) is a budget smartphone that surprises with its feature-packed software and decent camera performance. Despite being a more affordable option, the phone retains many features from its pricier counterparts, including advanced settings in its camera app and a wide range of refresh rates. With a larger battery, faster charging, and a higher-resolution front camera, this budget phone offers impressive value for its price. In this review, we'll explore whether the Nothing Phone (2a) delivers on its promise as an all-around solid budget device.

Asus Rog Phone 6

The Asus ROG Phone 6 is a powerhouse of a gaming phone that delivers an unmatched experience with its plethora of features and options to enhance gameplay. Equipped with a new chipset and various tweaks, this device stands tall as the top dog in mobile gaming tech. However, its full potential can only be harnessed when paired with the cooling fan, which is now sold separately. Despite being pricey, the ROG Phone 6 offers great battery life, excellent audio quality, and a standout display that makes it a must-consider for gamers seeking the latest and greatest in mobile gaming tech.

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