Nothing Phone (2a)vsRedmi Note 14 Pro 5G
SETTLEDUpdated September 8, 2026
Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G wins
Verdict
Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G wins 2 of 5 categories — our overall pick
Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G is the overall winner, taking 2 of 5 categories — price is its standout. At USD 349, it's also the most affordable of this group.
- Too close to call between Nothing Phone (2a) and Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G.
- Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G takes Display — led by brightness (1,800 nits).
- Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G takes Camera — led by video quality (85 pts).
- Too close to call between Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G and Nothing Phone (2a).
- Too close to call between Nothing Phone (2a) and Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G.
Scores follow our published methodology · v2026.09
Scores follow our published methodology · v2026.09
In plain English
Choose Nothing Phone (2a) if you want…
- Choose Nothing Phone (2a) if you want a faster phone for apps and games — 700,000 pts vs 680,000 pts.
- Choose Nothing Phone (2a) if you want a bigger screen — 6.7 in vs 6.67 in.
- Choose Nothing Phone (2a) if you want sharper selfies — 32 MP vs 20 MP.
Choose Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G if you want…
- Choose Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G if you want a screen you can read in sunlight — 1,800 nits vs 1,300 nits.
- Choose Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G if you want better video quality — 85 pts vs 82 pts.
- Choose Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G if you want a better camera — 118 pts vs 112 pts.
- Choose Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G if you want longer battery life — 5,110 mAh vs 5,000 mAh.
At a glance
- Nothing Phone (2a)
- Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G
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Full record
Every spec, side by side — winners get a check and a proportional bar. Ties share the badge.
Performance score
Approximate benchmark score of the chipset — higher is faster for apps, games and AI.
Chipset
The processor inside — shown for reference, never decides a winner.
RAM
More RAM keeps more apps alive in the background.
Storage
Base onboard storage for photos, apps and media.
Screen size
Diagonal screen size — bigger is better for media, smaller is easier to hold.
Pixel density
Sharpness of the screen — above ~400 ppi looks crisp.
Refresh rate
How smooth scrolling and motion feel. 120 Hz is the modern standard.
Brightness
Peak brightness in sunlight — higher stays readable outdoors.
Main camera
Resolution of the primary rear camera — photo quality is judged by the Camera quality score, not megapixels.
Selfie camera
Resolution of the front camera.
Telephoto lens
A dedicated zoom lens for distant subjects without quality loss.
Video quality
Composite video rating — stabilisation, 4K/8K support and colour.
Camera quality
Composite camera quality from independent testing — how good the photos actually are.
Battery
Battery capacity — higher generally lasts longer.
Charging speed
Wired charging speed — higher refills faster.
Wireless charging
Whether the phone charges wirelessly.
Price
Typical MSRP in US dollars — lower is better value.
Which one should you buy?
Nothing Phone (2a)
Choose Nothing Phone (2a) if price matters most. It costs USD 349, the lowest price in this group.
Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G
Choose Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G if price matters most — it wins the most categories overall. It costs USD 349.
Pros & cons
Nothing Phone (2a)
- Unique Glyph design
- Clean software
- Good price
- Mid-range chipset
- No telephoto
- 45 W charging
Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G
- 200 MP camera
- Excellent price
- 5,110 mAh battery
- Mid-range chipset
- Software ads
- No wireless charging