Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra 5G vs Nothing Phone 2
Verdict: The Galaxy S25 Ultra 5G leads in raw performance (Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, 1,350 Geekbench single‑core) and camera capability (200 MP vs 50 MP), but its $1,199 price makes it a premium‑only choice. The Nothing Phone 2 delivers excellent value at $599, offering a solid 6.7" 120Hz OLED and a distinctive design while staying well within most users’ performance needs. For power‑hungry creators, the S25 Ultra is worth the premium; for everyday users, the Phone 2 provides a more balanced package.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra 5G lists at $1,499 while Nothing Phone 2 lists at $599 — Nothing Phone 2 undercuts Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra 5G by $900 (150%).
Winner: Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra 5G
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra 5G: 8.5/10
Nothing Phone 2: 7.5/10
Spec-by-spec comparison
| Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra 5G | Nothing Phone 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.8" Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz (per GSMArena) | 6.7" OLED, 120Hz (per GSMArena) |
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (per Tom's Guide) | Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (per Tom's Guide) |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh (per Samsung) | 4,700 mAh (per Nothing) |
| Camera | 200 MP main (per AnandTech) | 50 MP main (per AnandTech) |
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra 5G
What works
- Largest 6.8" 120Hz AMOLED panel
- 200 MP flagship camera
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 delivers top‑tier performance
What doesn't
- $1,199 launch price
- 5,000 mAh battery yields ~24 h mixed use (per Notebookcheck)
Nothing Phone 2
What works
- Competitive $599 price point
- Good 30W fast‑charging
What doesn't
- Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 lags behind newer chips
- Battery life ~20 h mixed use (per Notebookcheck)
Bottom line
Our pick: Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra 5G.
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