Nothing Phone (3) vs Nothing Phone (2): What’s New and What’s Better

Nothing Phone (3) vs Nothing Phone (2): What’s New and What’s Better

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With its bold transparent design, the Nothing Phone 2 redefined smartphone aesthetics. As buzz builds around the unreleased Nothing Phone 3, tech enthusiasts are eager for what’s next. This in-depth comparison explores the confirmed features of Phone 2 and the exciting, rumored upgrades expected from the futuristic Nothing Phone 3.

Comparison: Nothing Phone (2) vs Nothing Phone (3)

ComparisonNothing Phone (2)Nothing Phone (3)
Release Date11 July 2023
Officially Launched 		Expected July 2025
Not Confirmed Yet
Display Resolution1080 x 2412 pixels1080 x 2400 pixels
RAM and Storage 8GB, 12GB of RAM and 256GB8GB, 12GB of RAM and 512GB 
Battery4700 mAh5000 mAh

Design

Nothing Phone (2)Nothing Phone (3)
BackTransparent with basic Glyph lightingTransparent with Glyph 2.0 (interactive)
Size6.38″ x 3.01″ x 0.34″6.44″ x 3.05″ x 0.33″
FrameAluminumRecycled Aluminum (slimmer, eco-friendly)
Water ProofIP54 – only splash resistantIP68 – water & dust resistant
ButtonsNormal feelPremium soft-click buttons
GripFeels a bit bulkySlim and easy to hold

Display

Phone 2Phone 3 (Expected)
Screen Size6.7-inch6.8-inch
Refresh Rate120Hz (fixed)1–120Hz (adaptive, smoother)
HDR SupportHDR10HDR10+ (better colors & contrast)
Touch ResponseFastEven faster and smoother
Resolution1080 x 24121080 x 2392
Screen Ratio89.61%Slightly higher (expected)
Peak Brightness1600 nitsUp to 3000 nits (super bright)
Touch Sampling240Hz360Hz (ultra fast response)
Display TypeOLEDLTPO AMOLED (premium tech)

Camera

Phone 2Phone 3 (Expected)
Main Camera50 MP Sony IMX890, f/1.88, OIS50 MP Sony IMX903, f/1.6, OIS + EIS
Ultra-wide Cam50 MP Samsung JN1, 114° FOV50 MP Samsung GN1, 120° FOV + Autofocus
Rear Video4K @ 60fps, no 10-bit, average stabilization4K @ 60fps + 10-bit color + advanced OIS/EIS
Front Camera32 MP Sony IMX615, fixed focus32 MP Sony IMX709, autofocus + better HDR
Sensor Size1/1.56″1/1.14″
FlashLEDLED
Aperturef/1.88f/1.6

Battery

Phone 2Phone 3 (Expected)
Battery Capacity4,700 mAh5,000 mAh
USB PortUSB Type-C (USB 2.0)USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen 1)
Charging Speed45W fast charging65W ultra-fast charging
Battery LifeFull day normal use, drains fast with gaming or 5G1.5 days with AI management, better endurance
Software OptimizationStandard Android optimizationAI learns usage to save battery

Hardware

Phone 2Phone 3 (Expected)
Processor (SoC)Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (Octa-core)Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (Octa-core)
CPU Details1x 3.0GHz Cortex-X2 + 3x 2.5GHz + 4x 1.8GHz1x 3.0GHz Cortex-X4 + 4x 2.8GHz + 3x 2.0GHz
GPUAdreno 730Adreno 735 (better gaming & graphics)
RAM Options8GB / 12GB LPDDR512GB / 16GB LPDDR5X (faster & power efficient)
Storage Options128GB / 256GB / 512GB UFS 3.1256GB / 512GB / 1TB UFS 4.0 (way faster)
IP RatingIP54 splash resistantIP68 water & dust proof
AudioStereo speakersStereo + spatial audio, better tuning
Connectivity5G, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.35G (better), Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4
ThermalGets warm during gamingImproved cooling, stays cooler
RAM SpeedLPDDR5 ~6400 MbpsLPDDR5X up to ~8500 Mbps
Storage SpeedUFS 3.1UFS 4.0 (super fast read/write)
Read/Write Speed~2100 MB/s read, ~1200 MB/s write~4200 MB/s read, ~2800 MB/s write

Gaming

Phone 2Phone 3
Loading SpeedFast, but some delayAlmost instant
Frame Rate60–90fps smooth90–120fps very smooth
Battery DrainDrains fastMore efficient
Game ModeBasic focus toolsSmart mode with boosts
Do Not DisturbBasicBlocks calls, boosts game

Glyph Interface

Phone 2Phone 3
Basic FeaturesCalls, charging, notificationsAll Phone 2 + app interactions
Smart App IntegrationNot availableYes, shows timer, Uber, volume
CustomizationLimited ringtones & lightsFully customizable by app
Volume FeedbackNo light feedbackShows volume level with lights
Delivery App SupportNot supportedShows real-time Uber/Lyft status

Software & OS Features

Phone 2Phone 3
OS VersionNothing OS 2 (Android 13)Nothing OS 3 (Android 14)
Updates3 years Android + 4 years security4 years Android + 5 years security
UIClean, simple, stock-likeMore refined, customizable
App LockerNot availableBuilt-in app lock
Glyph SyncLimitedDeep OS integration
Pre-installed AppsMinimalMinimal + wellness & focus apps

Cellular

Nothing Phone 2Nothing Phone 3 (Expected)
5G SupportYes (Fast)Yes (More bands, faster)
4G/3G SupportFully supportedFully supported (Stronger signal)
Data Speed5G: Up to 2.5 Gbps5G: Up to 4 Gbps (Faster upload)
SIM TypeDual Nano SIMDual SIM + eSIM (More flexible)
VoLTE / VoWiFiYesYes + VoNR (Next-gen)
eSIM SupportNoYes (Expected feature)
Wi-Fi VersionWi-Fi 6Wi-Fi 7 (Faster, newer)
BluetoothVersion 5.3Version 5.4 (Latest)

Multimedia Features Comparison

Nothing Phone 2Nothing Phone 3
Headphone JackNo 3.5mm jackNo 3.5mm jack
SpeakersStereo speakersStereo speakers + spatial audio
Screen MirroringWireless screen sharingWireless screen sharing
MicrophonesNoise cancellation enabledNoise cancellation enabled
Audio QualityGood clarityEnhanced clarity and tuning
Video PlaybackHDR10 supportHDR10+ with better dynamic range
Video StabilizationAverage 4K @ 60fpsAdvanced 4K @ 60fps with 10-bit color

Connectivity & Features

Nothing Phone 2Nothing Phone 3 (Expected)
Bluetooth5.35.4 – faster, more stable
Wi-FiWi-Fi 6 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax), MIMO, Wi-Fi Direct, HotspotWi-Fi 7 (faster speeds, lower latency), backward compatible
USBUSB Type-C (reversible), USB 2.0, Charging onlyUSB Type-C, USB 3.2 Gen 1 – faster data + charging
LocationGPS, A-GPS, Glonass, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS, SBAS, NavIC, Dual-band positioning, Cell ID, Wi-Fi positioningSame – full GNSS support
SensorsAccelerometer, Gyroscope, CompassAccelerometer, Gyroscope, Compass, Proximity, Light Sensor
OtherNFCNFC, UWB (ultra-wideband) for smart tracking (rumored)

Prices information

Prices information.Nothing Phone 2Nothing Phone 3
699$Official price will be known only after launch.

⚠️ Important Notes:

  • Nothing Phone 3 is not launched yet. All prices shown for it are speculative and not confirmed.
  • The real price and launch date will only be known once the company makes an official announcement.
  • Please don’t rely on current estimates for purchasing or budgeting.


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