The two much-awaited smartphones are finally arriving in the Indian market – the Google Pixel 6a and Nothing Phone (1). The two have their quirks with their own set of pros and cons. Both of them are priced quite similarly. The Pixel 6a is the best affordable Android smartphone Google has to offer. Meanwhile, Phone (1) is the breeze of fresh air in the mid-range Android segment. But, which one of the two is the best? Let us compare the Google Pixel 6a and Nothing Phone (1) to find out.
Google Pixel 6a vs Nothing Phone (1): Display
Google Pixel 6a features a 6.1-inch FHD+ OLED panel with a standard refresh rate of 60Hz. And it comes with Gorilla Glass 3 protection. Meanwhile, the Phone (1) flaunts a larger 6.55-inch flexible OLED panel having an FHD+ resolution and an adaptive refresh rate of between 60Hz to 120Hz. Also, Phone (1) has Gorilla Glass 5 protection on top of the display.
The OLED panel on two phones support HDR playback. But, the Nothing Phone (1) also supports HDR 10+.
Google Pixel 6a vs Nothing Phone (1): Performance
Under the hood, the Pixel 6a is powered by Google’s in-house Tensor chipset – the same chip powering the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro. The processor comes paired with 6GB RAM and 128GB of UFS 3.1 internal storage.
Meanwhile, Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 778G+ powers the Nothing Phone (1). It is also available in different storage variants with up to 12GB RAM and 256GB of internal storage. The Snapdragon 778G+ brings wireless charging and reverse charging support to the Phone (1) – the two features missing from the Pixel 6a.
Both the smartphones are 5G-enabled.
Google’s Pixel 6a boasts a 4410mAh battery, while the Nothing Phone (1) has a tad bigger 4500mAh battery. Also, Nothing Phone (1) supports faster 33W charging compared to 18W charging support on Pixel 6a. However, do not get a charging adapter with both smartphones.
Both Pixel 6a and Phone (1) run Android 12. But, the Pixel 6a offers a stock Pixel experience and is posed to get faster updates in the future. Meanwhile, Phone (1) has a near to stock version of Android, namely Nothing OS, which is just stock Android apps with some added Nothing quirks.
Google Pixel 6a vs Nothing Phone (1): Price in India
The Google Pixel 6a comes at Rs 43,999 in India. However, one can get it for Rs 39,999 with an Axis Bank debit or credit card. The Nothing Phone (1) price in India starts at Rs 32,999, and the top-end variant is priced at Rs 38,999.
Google Pixel 6a vs Nothing Phone (1): Display
Google Pixel 6a features a 6.1-inch FHD+ OLED panel with a standard refresh rate of 60Hz. And it comes with Gorilla Glass 3 protection. Meanwhile, the Phone (1) flaunts a larger 6.55-inch flexible OLED panel having an FHD+ resolution and an adaptive refresh rate of between 60Hz to 120Hz. Also, Phone (1) has Gorilla Glass 5 protection on top of the display.
The OLED panel on two phones support HDR playback. But, the Nothing Phone (1) also supports HDR 10+.
Google Pixel 6a vs Nothing Phone (1): Performance
Under the hood, the Pixel 6a is powered by Google’s in-house Tensor chipset – the same chip powering the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro. The processor comes paired with 6GB RAM and 128GB of UFS 3.1 internal storage.
Meanwhile, Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 778G+ powers the Nothing Phone (1). It is also available in different storage variants with up to 12GB RAM and 256GB of internal storage. The Snapdragon 778G+ brings wireless charging and reverse charging support to the Phone (1) – the two features missing from the Pixel 6a.
Both the smartphones are 5G-enabled.
Google’s Pixel 6a boasts a 4410mAh battery, while the Nothing Phone (1) has a tad bigger 4500mAh battery. Also, Nothing Phone (1) supports faster 33W charging compared to 18W charging support on Pixel 6a. However, do not get a charging adapter with both smartphones.
Both Pixel 6a and Phone (1) run Android 12. But, the Pixel 6a offers a stock Pixel experience and is posed to get faster updates in the future. Meanwhile, Phone (1) has a near to stock version of Android, namely Nothing OS, which is just stock Android apps with some added Nothing quirks.
Google Pixel 6a vs Nothing Phone (1): Price in India
The Google Pixel 6a comes at Rs 43,999 in India. However, one can get it for Rs 39,999 with an Axis Bank debit or credit card. The Nothing Phone (1) price in India starts at Rs 32,999, and the top-end variant is priced at Rs 38,999.
| Specifications | Google Pixel 6a | Nothing Phone (1) |
| Display | 6.1-inch FHD+ 60Hz OLED | 6.55-inch FHD+ 120Hz OLED |
| Processor | Google Tensor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ |
| Operating System | Android 12 | Android 12 |
| RAM | 6GB | Up to 12GB |
| Storage | 128GB UFS 3.1 | Up to 256GB UFS 3.1 |
| Camera | 12.2MP+12MP, 8MP (Front) | 50MP+50MP, 16MP (Front) |
| Battery | 4410mAh with 18W fast charging | 4500mAh battery with 33W fast charging |
| Price | Rs 43,999 | Starts at Rs 32,999 |
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