Nothing Phone 2a Plus: Powerful Mid-Range Smartphone with Dimensity 7350 Pro and 50MP Selfie Camera

The Nothing Phone 2a Plus arrives as a refined and powerful addition to Nothing’s innovative smartphone lineup, designed for users who demand distinctive design, solid performance, and thoughtful upgrades at a competitive price point. Launched in July 2024, this device targets tech enthusiasts, content creators, and anyone seeking a unique smartphone experience that stands out from the crowd of homogeneous devices . With its signature transparent design, upgraded MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro processor, enhanced 50MP selfie camera, and faster 50W charging, the Nothing Phone 2a Plus proves that exceptional mid-range smartphones can be both functional and fashionable.

Stunning 6.7-Inch AMOLED Display with 120Hz Refresh Rate

The Nothing Phone 2a Plus features a generously sized 6.7-inch Flexible AMOLED display with Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2412 pixels, delivering crisp visuals at approximately 395 pixels per inch . The screen supports a 120Hz adaptive refresh rate that intelligently adjusts between 30Hz and 120Hz, ensuring buttery-smooth scrolling while optimizing power consumption . With 1300 nits of peak brightness, the display remains perfectly visible even under direct sunlight, making it ideal for outdoor use and HDR content consumption . The panel is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 5 and comes with a pre-applied plastic screen protector, adding immediate value and protection right out of the box . HDR10+ support further enhances the viewing experience with vibrant colors and excellent contrast .

Signature Transparent Design with Enhanced Metallic Finish

True to Nothing’s design philosophy, the Nothing Phone 2a Plus showcases a stunning transparent back panel that reveals the phone’s internal components, including the distinctive dual-camera arrangement that Nothing describes as “anthropomorphic”—resembling two eyes sitting in front of a brain-like NFC coil hub . The device is available in two new metallic finishes: Grey and Black, with the metallic version featuring an innovative fusion of nano-coating and multi-layer printing techniques that create a premium, shimmering appearance that changes with viewing angles . The 90-degree infinity back cover uses a special dual compression and injection process to achieve varying thickness ratios for optimal ergonomics .

The phone measures 161.7 x 76.3 x 8.5 mm and weighs a lightweight 190 grams, making it comfortable for extended use . The back panel has a slightly grippy, plasticky feel that provides good handling, though it does attract fingerprints and dust due to electrostatic charge . The frame is made of polycarbonate plastic with a nice matte finish and feels solid with minimal flex . The device carries an IP54 dust and water resistance rating, offering protection against dust ingress and water splashes .

Glyph Interface with 26 Addressable LED Zones

The Nothing Phone 2a Plus retains the iconic Glyph Interface with three LED light strips flanking the rear camera, comprising 26 individually addressable zones that enable a variety of interactive functions . The Glyph lights can be customized for notifications, calls, and app alerts, allowing users to stay connected without constantly looking at the screen. Practical applications include Glyph Timer and Glyph Progress, which visually track timers and third‑party app progress like ride‑sharing or food delivery services . The lights are bright enough to serve as a soft fill light for the rear camera and can also indicate volume levels and battery percentage during charging . Notably, unlike its predecessors, the Plus model omits the blinking red video recording indicator, instead incorporating the feature into the Glyph system .

Powerful MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro Performance

Under the hood, the Nothing Phone 2a Plus is powered by the custom MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro chipset, built on a power-efficient 4nm fabrication process and developed exclusively for Nothing in collaboration with MediaTek . This octa-core processor features a configuration of 2x ARM Cortex-A715 cores clocked at 3.0 GHz and 6x Cortex-A510 cores at 2.0 GHz, providing a 10% CPU performance boost over the Phone 2a . Graphics are handled by the Mali-G610 MC4 GPU clocked at 1.3 GHz, delivering approximately 30% faster graphics performance than its predecessor .

The device comes equipped with RAM options of 8GB or 12GB LPDDR4X and 256GB of UFS 2.2 internal storage (UFS 3.1 according to some sources), providing ample space for apps, photos, and media . It’s important to note that the device does not support expandable storage via microSD card, so users should plan accordingly . Benchmark performance is impressive for the mid-range category, with AnTuTu scores exceeding 805,000, PCMark Work 3.0 scores around 13,860, and Geekbench 6 multi-core results of approximately 2,608, demonstrating capable performance for demanding applications . The phone features a 3,200 mm² vapor chamber and a total cooling area of 12,000 mm², ensuring sustained performance during intensive tasks .

Versatile Dual 50MP Rear Camera System

The Nothing Phone 2a Plus features a capable dual-camera setup co-engineered to deliver excellent photography results. On the rear, you’ll find a 50-megapixel primary wide camera with f/1.9 aperture, 1/1.57-inch sensor size, PDAF, and OIS optical image stabilization that captures detailed, sharp images in various lighting conditions . It is paired with a 50-megapixel ultra-wide camera with f/2.2 aperture, 114-degree field of view, and 1/2.76-inch sensor for expansive landscape shots and group photos . The camera software includes features like Night Mode, Portrait Mode, and both “natural” and “vivid” color profiles, allowing users to choose their preferred processing style . In daylight, the cameras produce images with good detail, natural processing, decent dynamic range, and minimal noise . For video recording, the rear camera supports 4K video at 30 frames per second and 1080p at up to 120fps with gyro-EIS stabilization .

Upgraded 50MP Selfie Camera with 4K Video

One of the key upgrades on the Nothing Phone 2a Plus is the front-facing camera, which now features a 50-megapixel sensor with Samsung JN1 sensor and f/2.2 aperture, a significant improvement over the 32MP camera on the standard Phone 2a . The upgraded selfie camera supports 4K video recording at 30 frames per second, making it ideal for vloggers and content creators who demand high-quality front-facing video . Selfie quality is decent with good skin tones and dynamic range, though low-light performance can be challenging, and the lack of autofocus means images may soften in less-than-ideal lighting conditions .

5000mAh Battery with 50W Fast Charging

Powering the Nothing Phone 2a Plus is a robust 5000 mAh lithium-ion battery that delivers exceptional longevity for a device of its caliber . Real-world testing confirms outstanding endurance, with PCMark battery tests recording approximately 11 hours and 20 minutes of continuous active use, while moderate users can comfortably get through a full day with charge to spare . Heavy users report that the battery may not quite last a full day, but overall performance remains solid .

When it’s time to recharge, the Nothing Phone 2a Plus supports 50W wired fast charging via USB Type-C 2.0, reaching 50% charge in just 21 minutes and a full charge in approximately 56 to 70 minutes, depending on conditions . A 15-minute charge delivers 34% battery, while 30 minutes provides 63% . Nothing claims the battery maintains over 90% of its maximum capacity after 1,000 charging cycles, equivalent to more than three years of daily charging . The phone does not support wireless charging, but offers 5W reverse wired charging for powering accessories . Battery health features include Smart Charging Mode for overnight charging optimization and Custom Charging Mode to limit charge between 70-90% .

Network, Connectivity, and Nothing OS Experience

Staying connected is effortless with the Nothing Phone 2a Plus. The device supports comprehensive 5G, 4G LTE, 3G, and 2G network connectivity with extensive band support including 5G NR bands n1, n3, n5, n7, n8, n20, n28, n38, n40, n41, n66, n77, and n78, ensuring compatibility with carriers worldwide . For wireless connections, the phone includes Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) with dual-band support for fast wireless speeds, Bluetooth 5.3 for accessories, and NFC with 360-degree orientation for contactless payments . Navigation is handled by built-in GPS with GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, and QZSS support for accurate positioning . The USB Type-C 2.0 port supports OTG functionality for connecting external devices .

The Nothing Phone 2a Plus runs on Android 14 with Nothing OS 2.6, upgradable to Nothing OS 3.0, providing a clean, bloatware-free interface with unique design elements and thoughtful customization options . Nothing promises 3 major Android upgrades and 4 years of security updates, ensuring long-term software support . The software includes the Circle to Search feature for intuitive visual search, along with Nothing’s signature widgets and dot-matrix typography . The stereo speakers deliver clear, balanced sound with decent volume and minimal distortion, though bass response is limited . The under-display optical fingerprint sensor provides quick and secure access, though some users report occasional finickiness . The device does not include a 3.5mm headphone jack .

With its stunning 6.7-inch 120Hz AMOLED display, signature transparent design with metallic finish and 26-zone Glyph Interface, powerful MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro processor, versatile 50MP dual rear cameras, upgraded 50MP selfie camera with 4K video, massive 5000mAh battery with 50W fast charging, and clean Nothing OS with long-term software support, the Nothing Phone 2a Plus delivers exceptional value and a truly unique smartphone experience for users seeking something different from the mainstream.

External Resource:

• Learn more about Android 14 features and Nothing OS integration on the Android official website.