Quick Verdict
- Choose Nothing Phone 2a if gaming and smooth frame rates are your priority.
- Choose Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro Plus 5G 12GB if you want the better camera for photos and videos.
- Choose Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro Plus 5G 12GB if battery life and all-day usage matter most.
- Choose Nothing Phone 2a if you want the best value for your money.
- Choose Nothing Phone 2a if raw performance and multitasking are your focus.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Nothing Phone 2a
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro Plus 5G 12GB
Performance
74.4 ★
70.9
Camera
76.0
100.0 ★
Battery
88.0
100.0 ★
Gaming
71.8 ★
69.8
Overall
79.6
86.8 ★
Value for Money
Best Value ★
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Scores are out of 100. Value for Money = overall score per rupee spent.
Performance Winner
Nothing Phone 2a
74.4/100
Camera Winner
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro Plus 5G 12GB
100.0/100
Battery Winner
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro Plus 5G 12GB
100.0/100
Gaming Winner
Nothing Phone 2a
71.8/100
Overall Winner
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro Plus 5G 12GB
86.8/100
Best Value
Nothing Phone 2a
Better Value for Money
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
🏆 Nothing Phone 2a
📷 Camera
🏆 Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro Plus 5G 12GB
🔋 Battery
🏆 Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro Plus 5G 12GB
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Nothing Phone 2a
💰 Value
🏆 Nothing Phone 2a
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.70"
6.83"
Display Type
AMOLED Capacitive Touchscreen, 1B Colors
AMOLED, 68B colors, 120Hz, 3840Hz PWM, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, 1800 nits (HBM), 3200 nits (peak)
Resolution
1080x2412
1280x2772
Refresh Rate
120 Hz
120 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro
Mediatek Dimensity 7400 Ultra (4 nm)
GPU
ARM Mali-G715
Mali-G615 MC2
RAM
12 GB
8 GB
Storage
256 GB
128 GB
📸 Camera
Main Camera
Dual Camera: 50 MP, f/1.9, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56", PDAF, OIS + 50 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide), 1/2.76", LED Flash
200 MP, f/1.7, 23mm (wide), 1/1.4", 0.56µm, multi-directional PDAF, OIS 8 MP, f/2.2, 15mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm
Selfie Camera
32 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1/2.74", HDR, video (1080p@60fps)
20 MP, f/2.2, 25mm (wide), 1/4.0", 0.7µm
Video Recording
4K@30fps, 1080p@60/120fps, gyro-EIS
1080p@30/60fps
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
5000 mAh
6580 mAh
Charging
45W wired, 50% in 23 min, 100% in 1 hour
45W wired 22.5W reverse wired
📶 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, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
5.3 with 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
163.6 x 78.1 x 8 mm (6.44 x 3.07 x 0.31 in)
Weight
190g
210g
Build Material
Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic frame, plastic back
Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), plastic back or silicone polymer back (eco leather), plastic frame
Colors
Black, White, Milk, Blue
Black, Glacier Blue, Mist Purple, Titanium
💻 Software
Operating System
Android 14, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major OS updates, Nothing OS 3.0
Android 15, up to 4 major Android upgrades, HyperOS 2
Our Verdict
Both phones are very closely matched. Your choice should depend on which features matter most to you — whether it's camera quality, battery life, gaming performance, or 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 Redmi Note 13 Pro Plus 5G 12GB
Pros
- Decent everyday performance
- Excellent camera system
- All-day battery life
- 120Hz smooth display
- 5G connectivity
Cons
- Premium pricing
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Nothing Phone 2a or Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro Plus 5G 12GB?
Both phones are very closely matched with similar overall scores.
Which has a better camera, Nothing Phone 2a or Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro Plus 5G 12GB?
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro Plus 5G 12GB wins in camera with 100.0/100 vs 76.0/100.
Which has better battery life?
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro Plus 5G 12GB has better battery with a score of 100.0/100.
Which is better for gaming?
Nothing Phone 2a is better for gaming with a score of 71.8/100.
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 Redmi Note 13 Pro Plus 5G 12GB?
Nothing Phone 2a costs PKR 116,999 while Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro Plus 5G 12GB costs PKR 142,999. The price difference is PKR 26,000.
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