Nothing Phone 1 review: specs and price
Nothing Phone 1
Why is Nothing Phone 1 better than the average?
- Battery power?
4500mAhvs3612.37mAh - Pixel density?
402ppivs351.17ppi - RAM?
12GBvs4.41GB - Resolution?
1080 x 2400pxvs1.86MP - CPU speed?
1 x 2.5GHz & 3 x 2.2GHz & 4 x 1.9GHzvs12.34GHz - Megapixels (main camera)?
50MP & 50MPvs32.99MP - Screen size?
6.55"vs5.82" - Megapixels (front camera)?
16MPvs11.11MP
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Overall Rating
Features
Build quality
8.8/10
4 votes
Display quality
8.8/10
4 votes
Battery life
7.8/10
4 votes
Photography
7.8/10
4 votes
Performance
8.5/10
4 votes
Design
1.weight
193.5g
We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry. A lower weight is also an advantage for home appliances, as it makes transportation easier, and for many other types of products.
2.thickness
8.3mm
The thickness (or depth) of the product.
3.width
75.8mm
The width represents the horizontal dimension of the product.
4.height
159.2mm
The height represents the vertical dimension of the product.
5.weather-sealed (splashproof)
✔Nothing Phone 1
The device is protected with extra seals to prevent failures caused by dust, raindrops, and water splashes.
The first number of the IP rating refers to protection against dust, while the second number refers to protection against liquid. E.g. a first number of 6 denotes that it is completely dustproof, and a second number of 7 denotes that the device can withstand full immersion in water.
7.waterproof depth rating
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The waterproof depth rating indicates how well the device is protected against water ingress and water pressure. Devices which can withstand more water pressure are better for swimming or diving.
8.volume
100.16cm³
Volume is the quantity of three-dimensional space enclosed by the product's chassis or, in simpler terms, the space the product occupies.
9.lowest potential operating temperature
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The minimum temperature at which the device can perform to the optimal level.
Display
1.screen size
6.55"
The bigger the screen size is, the better the user experience.
2.Has an OLED or AMOLED display
✔Nothing Phone 1
OLED (Organic Light-Emitting Diode) displays are formed of organic materials that emit light. They have higher contrast ratios and wider viewing angles compared to LCDs. AMOLED and POLED are types of OLED displays.
3.has an IPS screen
✖Nothing Phone 1
IPS (In-Plane Switching) is a technology used for LCDs. It was designed to overcome the main limitations of conventional twisted nematic TFT displays: limited viewing angles and low-quality color reproduction. PLS (Plane-to-Line Switching) is a type of IPS screen developed by Samsung, with increased brightness and lower production costs.
4.pixel density
402ppi
Pixel density is a measurement of a screen's resolution, expressed as the number of pixels per inch (PPI) on the screen. A higher pixel density translates into more clarity and sharpness for the images rendered on the screen, thus improving the quality of the viewing experience.
5.resolution
1080 x 2400px
Resolution is an essential indicator of a screen's image quality, representing the maximum amount of pixels that can be shown on the screen. The resolution is given as a compound value, comprised of horizontal and vertical pixels.
6.refresh rate
120Hz
The frequency at which the screen is refreshed. Higher frequency results in less flickering (less noise) and more natural movement representation in action-intense scenes.
7.brightness
500 nits
A nit is a measurement of the light that a display emits, equal to one candela per square meter. Brighter displays ensure a screen's contents are easy to read, even in sunny conditions.
8.has branded damage-resistant glass
✔Nothing Phone 1
Damage-resistant glass (such as Corning Gorilla Glass or Asahi Dragontrail Glass) is thin, lightweight, and can withstand high levels of force.
9.Gorilla Glass version
Gorilla Glass 5
Gorilla Glass is one of the most popular brands of chemically strengthened glass, manufactured by Corning. Several versions have been developed, the newer ones being more durable and providing better damage resistance.
Performance
1.internal storage
256GB
The internal storage refers to the built-in storage space available in a device for system data, apps, and user-generated data. With a large amount of internal storage, you can save more files and apps on your device.
2.RAM
12GB
Random-access memory (RAM) is a form of volatile memory used to store working data and machine code currently in use. It is a quick-access, temporary virtual storage that can be read and changed in any order, thus enabling fast data processing.
3.Android version
Android 12
A newer version of Android generally provides a better user experience. Major Android releases include new features and improvements to performance, as well as important security updates.
4.AnTuTu benchmark score
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AnTuTu is one of the most important benchmarks for Android devices. The score reflects the overall performance of a device by summing up results of individual tests that various parameters, such as RAM speed, CPU performance, 2D & 3D graphics performance.
5.3DMark Wild Life benchmark
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Wild Life is a cross-platform benchmark developed by 3DMark that tests the graphical performance of a device (using the Vulkan API on Android/Windows and the Metal API on iOS). Source: 3DMark.
6.3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
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Wild Life is a cross-platform benchmark developed by 3DMark that tests the graphical performance of a device (using the Vulkan API on Android/Windows and the Metal API on iOS). The Unlimited version runs off-screen so that factors such as display resolution don’t affect the score. Source: 3DMark.
7.3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
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Wild Life is a cross-platform benchmark developed by 3DMark that tests the graphical performance of a device (using the Vulkan API on Android/Windows and the Metal API on iOS). The Extreme version is much more graphically-demanding than the standard Wild Life benchmark. Source: 3DMark.
8.Geekbench 5 result (multi)
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Geekbench 5 is a cross-platform benchmark that measures a processor's multi-core performance. (Source: Primate Labs, 2022)
9.Geekbench 5 result (single)
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Geekbench 5 is a cross-platform benchmark that measures a processor's single-core performance. (Source: Primate Labs, 2022)
Cameras
1.megapixels (main camera)
50MP & 50MP
The number of megapixels determines the resolution of the images captured with the main camera. A higher megapixel count means that the camera is capable of capturing more details. However, the megapixel count is not the only important element determining the quality of an image.
The number of megapixels determines the resolution of the images captured with the front camera. A higher megapixel count means that the front camera is capable of capturing more details, an essential factor for taking high-resolution selfies.
3.has built-in optical image stabilization
✔Nothing Phone 1
Optical image stabilization uses gyroscopic sensors to detect the vibrations of the camera. The lens adjusts the optical path accordingly, ensuring that any type of motion blur is corrected before the sensor captures the image.
4.video recording (main camera)
2160 x 30fps
The maximum resolution available for videos shot with the main camera. Although it may be possible to choose among other frame rates, those recordings usually have lower resolutions.
5.wide aperture (main camera)
f/2.2 & f/1.8
With a wider aperture the sensor can capture more light, helping to avoid blur by enabling a faster shutter speed. It also provides a shallow depth of field, allowing you to blur the background to focus attention on the subject.
6.Has a dual-tone LED flash
✖Nothing Phone 1
A dual-tone flash has LED lights with different color temperatures, delivering a better color balance to photos and videos.
7.has a BSI sensor
✖Nothing Phone 1
A BSI (backside illuminated) sensor is a camera image sensor which captures better quality images in poor lighting conditions, and offers better overall sharpness and image quality.
8.has continuous autofocus when recording movies
✔Nothing Phone 1
When recording movies they stay focussed and sharp.
9.Has phase-detection autofocus for photos
✔Nothing Phone 1
Phase-detection autofocus is much faster than a contrast detection autofocus, allowing for sharper images.
Operating system
1.has clipboard warnings
✔Nothing Phone 1 (Android 12)
This privacy feature alerts you with a small notification when an app copies data from your clipboard.
2.has location privacy options
✔Nothing Phone 1 (Android 12)
This privacy feature allows you to share your approximate location with an app instead of your precise location.
3.has camera/microphone privacy options
✔Nothing Phone 1 (Android 12)
You can enable or disable an app’s access to the camera or microphone on your device. There are also indication icons to show you when an app uses the camera or microphone.
4.has Mail Privacy Protection
✖Nothing Phone 1
Mail Privacy Protection is a feature built into the default email app that blocks senders from using “tracking pixels” to see when you’ve read an email. It also hides your IP address from senders.
5.has theme customization
✔Nothing Phone 1 (Android 12)
Theme customization allows you to easily change the appearance of the user interface (UI). For example, by changing the system colors or the app icons.
6.can block app tracking
✖Nothing Phone 1
Some apps track your activity even when the app is not in use. This privacy feature allows you to block this tracking, either across all apps or on a per-app basis.
7.blocks cross-site tracking
✖Nothing Phone 1
This setting (in the default browser) allows you to block cross-site tracking cookies and data to help protect your privacy.
8.has on-device machine learning
✖Nothing Phone 1 (Android 12)
On-device machine learning is used to recognize people, places, and more in the Photos app. The algorithms run on the device, where this sensitive data is then kept. Competing services upload the photos and perform this on their servers, which requires the sharing of personal data.
9.Can play games while they download
✔Nothing Phone 1 (Android 12)
This means you don’t have to wait for the entire game to download first, as the later stages of the game download while you are playing.
Battery
1.battery power
4500mAh
Battery power, or battery capacity, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can store. More battery power can be an indication of longer battery life.
2.has wireless charging
✔Nothing Phone 1
It supports a wireless charging standard such as Qi. To charge the device, you simply put it down on a compatible charging pad.
3.Supports fast charging
✔Nothing Phone 1
Fast charging technologies, like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge or MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the time it takes to charge a device. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just 30 minutes.
Charging speeds are expressed in watts (W), a measure of electrical power. A higher wattage results in a faster charging speed. In order to achieve the advertised charging speed, it is important to use a compatible charger.
5.has reverse wireless charging
✔Nothing Phone 1
The device can be used as a wireless charging station to power other gadgets.
6.has a removable battery
✖Nothing Phone 1
The battery is removable and can be replaced by the user if broken.
7.Has an ultra power-saving mode
✖Nothing Phone 1
The ultra power-saving mode, also called low power mode, is an effective way to extend the battery life of the device. Usually, it involves limiting screen brightness and contrast, disabling location services, restricting connectivity, and turning off nonessential apps.
8.has a battery level indicator
✔Nothing Phone 1
An indicator shows you when the device has low battery.
9.Battery life
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value.
The device's battery life (when in use) as given by the manufacturer. With a longer battery life you have to charge the device less often.
Audio
1.has stereo speakers
✔Nothing Phone 1
Devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better experience.
2.has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack
✖Nothing Phone 1
With a standard mini jack socket, you can use the device with most headphones.
3.Has a radio
✖Nothing Phone 1
A built-in FM radio tuner allows you to listen to most of the live-broadcasted FM radio stations without using the internet.
More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background noise.
5.Has dedicated media keys
✖Nothing Phone 1
Phones with physical keyboards have dedicated media keys, such as: play, stop, next, previous, volume up/down, etc.
Features
1.has LDAC
✖Nothing Phone 1
LDAC is a codec developed by Sony for Bluetooth audio. It is capable of a very high bitrate of 990kbps, which provides high resolution audio. It can also automatically adjust to a lower bitrate of 330kbps or 660kbps to increase stability.
2.has aptX Adaptive
✖Nothing Phone 1
aptx Adaptive is an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that is developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps), which means it can adjust the bit rate for different scenarios, such as listening to HD audio or reducing interference from other devices.
3.has aptX HD
✖Nothing Phone 1
aptX HD is an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that is developed by Qualcomm. It supports high quality 24-bit audio (at a bit rate of 576kbps).
4.has 5G support
✔Nothing Phone 1
The fifth-generation wireless technology delivers higher speeds and lower latency than the previous, fourth-generation tech.
5.download speed
3700MBits/s (Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G Plus 5G)
The download speed is a measurement of the internet connection bandwidth, representing the maximum data transfer rate at which a device can access online content.
6.upload speed
1600MBits/s (Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G Plus 5G)
The upload speed is a measurement of the internet connection bandwidth, representing the maximum data transfer rate at which a device can send information to a server or another device.
7.Has USB Type-C
✔Nothing Phone 1
The USB Type-C features reversible plug orientation and cable direction.
Newer USB versions are faster and have better power management.
9.has NFC
✔Nothing Phone 1
NFC (near-field communication) allows a device to perform simple wireless transactions, such as mobile payments. Note: this feature may not be available in all markets.
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Comments
Yashwanth
1 month ago
9 / 10
A Mid-ranger with a Premium Hype Wave.
Yashwanth
1 month ago
9 / 10
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Abhijeet
1 month ago
8 / 10
NOTHING you will think the MORE you will like.
Abhijeet
1 month ago
8 / 10
First Impressions in one word that is fantastic. Most HYPED phone of this decade. Yes, it offered more then what I have expected. Minute details have been taken so seriously starting from sim ejector tool to phone's sim tray (Dotted fonts). Everything has its own details around the phone. I would like to include that the Phone (1) doesn't have any fancy liquid cooling tech inside it, despite of that it doesn't heat up even after extensive gaming at high settings the temps were around 40°c. Well talking about temps yeah the credit goes to Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ it's the most balance chipset I have ever used so far. Kudos to Qualcomm for customising this chipset for NOTHING. The build quality is great recycled alluminium frame, boxy design, a rare flat (Flexible) OLED display and yeah you know the attractive part The Glyph Interface. These all stands out from the rest of the brands in mid range competition. Software!!! Oh, the stock Android 12 feeling is great without a single bloatware installed. Nothing OS is buttery smooth, snappy and fast. It won't make you feel that the phone is having a mid range chipset (till you see the spec sheets). Cameras well yeah this I got me mixed feelings. 2 sensors and no nonsense thumps for that. Primary sensor is Sony IMX 766 50MP and secondary one is having Samsung's JN1 sensor 50 MP Ultra wide/Macro. There is a noticeable colour shifting from primary to secondary sensors. Dynamic range is not upto the mark yet. At night artificial light flares can be seen. Overall a good package all round and camera department can be improved via upcoming software updates.
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Faizal
1 month ago
8 / 10
This is a Good Mid-Range Flagship Smartphone!
Faizal
1 month ago
8 / 10
The Nothing phone 1 is an excellent phone with so many good specs and the phone design is very new and never seen before! This is a Mid-range Flagship smartphone that has awesome features like Glyph Interface which looks incredible, this led lights are unique in this phone! The Flexible OLED display is great in a Mid-range phone because not many brands give an Oled display, the Snapdragon 778G+ is a good chip that gives good performance and the phone will be smooth to use. The 4500 mAh battery is good enough to produce enough power for a day and a 33W charger is not yet available so I got the 45W which can quickly charge my phone, as the wireless charging feature is great in this mid-range phone with reverse charging too! I like the face and the fingerprint locks which is very useful for me. Both the Cameras with 50 MP Sony and Samsung sensors are awesome, I tried many shots and they all came out so great! The back case for this phone is a little expensive and I don't use a case for my phone because a transparent case is good but after 2-3 months it'll get yellowish so I might install a film body protector from Gadgetshieldz on the back of the phone to protect it from scratches as I'm using on my Nothing ear 1 case! I love this phone and from my point of view, the overall performance is great with these good features! This is a good phone in the market!