Despite sharing a lot of the overarching characteristics with the original Nothing Phone(1), the Nothing Phone (2a) is an outstanding new addition. Our Nothing Phone 2a review walks you through everything you’ll need to know about this aesthetic and competitively-priced alternative to flagship phones.
Nothing Phone (2a) overview
Already being touted as 2024’s phone of the year, here are the features and specs this March 2024 release offers:
| Features | Specifications |
| Colours | Black, White |
| Display | 6.7-inch Flexible AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+ |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2412 pixels |
| Processor | Mediatek Dimensity 7200 Pro, Octa Core, Mali-G610 MC4 |
| RAM | 8GB/ 12GB |
| Capacity | 128GB/ 256GB |
| Battery | 5000 mAh |
| Weight | 190g |
| Camera | Rear: 50MP wide + 50MP ultrawideFront: 32MP |
| OS | Android 14, Nothing OS 2.5.4 |
| Connectivity | 5G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Other features | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, IP54 ingress protection |
Nothing Phone 2 Review: Design
The Nothing Phone 2a features a distinctive transparent back design that showcases its internal components, similar to the Nothing Phone 2. However, it has a more compact 6.7-inch form factor compared to the Phone 2. The Glyph Interface, a series of LED lights on the back, serves as a notification system and adds to the phone's unique appeal. The lightweight plastic build makes it comfortable to hold.
Nothing Phone 2 Review: Display
The Nothing Phone 2a sports a 6.70-inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 1080x2412 pixels and a smooth 120Hz refresh rate. The screen delivers vibrant colours, deep blacks, and excellent viewing angles, making it ideal for media consumption and gaming. HDR10+ support and a peak brightness of 1300 nits further enhance the viewing experience.
Nothing Phone 2 Review: Camera
The Nothing Phone 2a is equipped with a dual-camera setup on the back, consisting of a 50MP main camera and a 50MP ultra-wide lens. The camera system captures detailed and well-exposed images in various lighting conditions. The phone also offers 4K video recording at 30fps and 1080p at 60/120fps. The 32MP front camera is capable of recording 1080p videos at 60fps.
Nothing Phone 2 Review: Performance, software experience and UI
The Nothing Phone 2a is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro chipset, which offers good performance for daily tasks and gaming. The phone runs on Android 14 with Nothing OS 2.5, a custom skin that provides a clean and minimalist user interface. The software experience is further enhanced by the elegant design and fun Glyph lights.
Nothing Phone 2 Review: Battery
The Nothing Phone 2a packs a 5,000mAh battery that delivers excellent battery life, lasting a full day of moderate usage. The phone supports 45W fast charging, allowing you to quickly top up the battery. It can reach 50% in just 23 minutes and 100% in an hour.
Nothing Phone (2a) advantages and disadvantages
Trying to figure out if the Nothing Phone (2a) is value for money? Have a look at its strengths and weaknesses before deciding:
Nothing Phone (2a) pros and cons |
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Pros |
Cons |
The aesthetic design is eye-catching and cohesive |
Comes without a charger |
Decently bright display |
The back surface is prone to grease and dust and is difficult to keep clean |
Solid charging speed and impressive battery life |
Doesn’t support high refresh rate gaming |
Very little software bloat |
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Great performance with near zero heating issues or throttling |
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Good video stabilisation and camera performance |
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How to buy Nothing Phone (2a) on EMI using Insta EMI Card
The starting price of Rs. 23,999 need not hold you back if you’d like to own the Nothing Phone (2a). Your Bajaj Finserv Insta EMI Card makes it easy to buy your new smartphone and pay for it in affordable instalments across a flexible tenure:
- Visit a partner store and choose your preferred variant of the Nothing Phone (2a)
- At billing, inform the store representative that you will be paying in EMIs
- Provide your Insta EMI Card details and choose a repayment tenure between 1 month and 60 months
If you’re making your purchase during the festive season, you can avail of zero down payment offers, which means no don’t have to pay anything upfront. The cost of your chosen Nothing Phone (2a) will be divided into instalments payable over your chosen tenure.
Eligibility criteria for getting Insta EMI Card for buying Nothing Phone (2a)
- Indian national
- Between 21 years - 65 years old
- Regular source of income
- Credit score per Bajaj Finserv risk policies
- Documentation:
- PAN and Aadhaar card
- Address proof
- Bank account information and IFSC code for e-mandate registration
Check the documents required for the Insta EMI Card
Benefits of buying Nothing Phone (2a) using Insta EMI Card
The Bajaj Finserv Insta EMI Card comes with a host of benefits to make shopping a convenient and pleasing experience:
- Get a pre-qualified card loan limit up to Rs. 3 lakh
- Easy EMIs
- Repayment tenure options between 1 to 60 months
- No foreclosure charges applicable
- Valid at 1.5 lakh+ partner stores across 4,000+ cities
- Zero down payment available during festivals
- Regular EMI payments can improve your credit score
Check the benefits and features of the Insta EMI Card
How to apply for Insta EMI Card
Don’t have your Insta EMI Card? No need to fret! Just follow these steps:
- Ensure you meet the basic eligibility criteria and are carrying the necessary documents along
- Prior to your purchase at the partner store, request the store representative at billing for assistance
- The representative will verify your documents for you
- Once approved, pay the one-time fee
That’s it! Your Insta EMI Card will now be issued and ready for you to use.
If the Nothing Phone (2a) is your next smartphone, you can now easily and affordably bring it home with your Insta EMI Card from Bajaj Finserv. Apply now!
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