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The video provides an in-depth comparison between the new budget-friendly Nothing Phone 2, priced at $599 in the US, and the iPhone 14 Plus, priced at $900. Key themes include evaluations of design, performance, features, and value. The Nothing Phone 2 is praised for its innovative features like the "Essentials glyph" for notifications and volume indicators, 15W wireless charging, and a 4700mAh battery. It also boasts a superior display with adjustable refresh rates and thinner bezels compared to the iPhone.
However, the iPhone 14 Plus demonstrates better brightness and display consistency, and its performance, as measured by Geekbench 6 benchmarks, surpasses the Nothing Phone 2 despite using an older chip. In terms of audio, the iPhone maintains better sound quality, while the Nothing Phone 2 suffers from volume inconsistency.
Camera capabilities are another focal point, with the Nothing Phone 2's 50-megapixel rear sensors and 30-megapixel front camera outperforming the iPhone's 12-megapixel sensors in initial tests, offering superior sharpness and processing. Despite minor drawbacks, the Nothing Phone 2 is highlighted as a formidable competitor, providing significant value for its price.
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In this part of the video, the presenter discusses comparing the new Nothing phone, available in the US, to the iPhone 14 Plus. Key comparisons include specifications, design, performance, and features such as speakers and displays. The presenter highlights their fondness for the original Nothing phone, noting its high cost to import, but mentions the new model is priced at $599 in the US, cheaper than the iPhone 14 Plus at $900. Despite a slight packaging issue, the unboxing experience is praised, showcasing high-quality elements like a clear USB-C connection and a cool SIM tool. The phone’s design, with its curved back and slim profile, is compared favorably to the iPhone. Features like 15W wireless charging, reverse wireless charging at 5W, and a larger battery capacity (4700mAh versus iPhone’s 4325mAh) are noted. Additionally, the phone boasts a charging speed advantage and unique design elements like glyph lighting on the sides.
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In this segment of the video, there is a comparison of key features between two devices. The video highlights the “Essentials glyph” feature on one device, which includes notifications, a glyph timer, volume, and charge indicators, all things that are absent on the iPhone. The discussion moves to the front of the devices, contrasting the iPhone’s Face ID with the other device’s fingerprint scanner, noting personal preference and concerns about the placement of the fingerprint scanner. Differences in bezel sizes and display characteristics are addressed, with a particular focus on the device’s thinner bezels and higher refresh rate LTPO screen, which can adjust from 1Hz to 120Hz to save battery life. The video also touches on brightness and HDR performance, finding that while “nothing” claims higher brightness levels, the iPhone’s display still appears brighter in manual settings and HDR viewing. Additionally, a brief sponsored segment mentions a case manufacturer and their ongoing iPad giveaway.
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In this segment of the video, the reviewer notices a display issue where brightness decreases when switching to full-screen mode, suggesting a potential software tweak or power-saving feature. They then compare the speakers of the iPhone and a budget Android phone, noting that while the iPhone maintains sound quality, the Android phone exhibits inconsistent volume and quality, likely due to software issues. Next, performance is tested using Geekbench 6, showing the iPhone outperforming the Android phone in both single-core and multi-core benchmarks despite having an older chip. Finally, in a 3D graphics test, both devices perform closely, with the iPhone having a slight edge in FPS.
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In this part of the video, the discussion shifts to the camera capabilities of the Nothing Phone 2 compared to the iPhone. The Nothing Phone 2 features 50-megapixel sensors on the back, significantly higher than the iPhone’s 12-megapixel sensors. The front camera has also been upgraded to 30 megapixels. Initial impressions suggest the Nothing Phone 2 has superior sharpness and optimized processing. An upcoming unbiased camera comparison with the Pixel 7 Pro is announced. Despite some HDR and speaker issues, the Nothing Phone 2 is considered a strong contender at a lower price point of $599, compared to an iPhone at $900. The video ends with a call to subscribe for future updates.