Quick Verdict
- Choose Xiaomi 13T if gaming and smooth frame rates are your priority.
- Choose Xiaomi 13T if you want the better camera for photos and videos.
- Choose Xiaomi 13T if battery life and all-day usage matter most.
- Choose Nothing Phone (2a) if you want the best value for your money.
- Choose Xiaomi 13T if raw performance and multitasking are your focus.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Nothing Phone (2a)
Xiaomi 13T
Performance
74.4
77.4 ★
Camera
76.0
78.0 ★
Battery
88.0
92.0 ★
Gaming
71.8
76.8 ★
Overall
79.6
82.9 ★
Value for Money
Best Value ★
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Scores are out of 100. Value for Money = overall score per rupee spent.
Performance Winner
Xiaomi 13T
77.4/100
Camera Winner
Xiaomi 13T
78.0/100
Battery Winner
Xiaomi 13T
92.0/100
Gaming Winner
Xiaomi 13T
76.8/100
Overall Winner
Xiaomi 13T
82.9/100
Best Value
Nothing Phone (2a)
Better Value for Money
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
🏆 Xiaomi 13T
📷 Camera
🏆 Xiaomi 13T
🔋 Battery
🏆 Xiaomi 13T
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Xiaomi 13T
💰 Value
🏆 Nothing Phone (2a)
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.70"
6.67"
Display Type
AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, 2160Hz PWM, HDR10+, 700 nits (typ), 1100 nits (HBM), 1300 nits (peak)
AMOLED, 68B colors, 144Hz, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, 1200 nits (HBM), 2600 nits (peak)
Resolution
1080x2412
1220x2712
Refresh Rate
120 Hz
144 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Mediatek Dimensity 7200 Pro (4 nm)
Mediatek Dimensity 8200 Ultra (4 nm)
GPU
Mali-G610 MC4
Mali-G610 MC6
RAM
12 GB
8 GB
Storage
256 GB
256 GB
📸 Camera
Main Camera
50 MP, f/1.9, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS 50 MP, f/2.2, 114˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.76", 0.64µm
50 MP, f/1.9, 24mm (wide), 1/1.28", 1.22µm, PDAF, OIS 50 MP, f/1.9, 50mm (telephoto), 1/2.88", 0.61µm, PDAF, 2x optical zoom 12 MP, f/2.2, 15mm (ultrawide), 1/3.06", 1.12µm
Selfie Camera
32 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1/2.74", 0.8µm
20 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 0.8µm
Video Recording
4K@30fps, 1080p@60/120fps, gyro-EIS
1080p@30fps, HDR10+
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
5000 mAh
5000 mAh
Charging
45W wired, 50% in 23 min, 100% in 1 hour
67W wired, PD3.0, QC4, 100% in 42 min
📶 Network & Connectivity
5G
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band
Bluetooth
5.3, A2DP, LE
5.4, A2DP, LE
NFC
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
USB
USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
📞 SIM & Audio
SIM Type
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
· Nano-SIM + eSIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
161.7 x 76.3 x 8.6 mm (6.37 x 3.00 x 0.34 in)
162.2 x 75.7 x 8.5 mm (6.39 x 2.98 x 0.33 in)
Weight
190g
193g
Build Material
Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic frame, plastic back
Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back or silicone polymer back, plastic frame
Colors
Black, White, Milk, Blue
Alpine Blue, Meadow Green, Black
💻 Software
Operating System
Android 14, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades, Nothing OS 3.0
Android 13, up to 4 major Android upgrades, HyperOS
Our Verdict
Xiaomi 13T is the overall winner in this comparison, scoring 82.9/100 overall. It excels in Performance, Camera, Battery, Gaming. Nothing Phone (2a) puts up a strong fight with a score of 79.6/100. However, Nothing Phone (2a) offers better value for money.
Pros & Cons Comparison
Nothing Phone (2a)
Pros
- Decent everyday performance
- All-day battery life
- 120Hz smooth display
- 5G connectivity
- NFC payments
Cons
- Average camera
Xiaomi 13T
Pros
- Strong performance
- Good camera quality
- All-day battery life
- 67W fast charging
- 144Hz smooth display
Cons
- Premium pricing
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Nothing Phone (2a) or Xiaomi 13T?
Xiaomi 13T is the overall winner with a score of 82.9/100, winning in 4 out of 4 categories.
Which has a better camera, Nothing Phone (2a) or Xiaomi 13T?
Xiaomi 13T wins in camera with 78.0/100 vs 76.0/100.
Which has better battery life?
Xiaomi 13T has better battery with a score of 92.0/100.
Which is better for gaming?
Xiaomi 13T is better for gaming with a score of 76.8/100.
Which offers better value for money?
Nothing Phone (2a) offers better value at PKR 116,999 with a value score of 2.5.
What is the price difference between Nothing Phone (2a) and Xiaomi 13T?
Nothing Phone (2a) costs PKR 116,999 while Xiaomi 13T costs PKR 169,999. The price difference is PKR 53,000.
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