Vivo y200 Pro 5G vs Nothing Phone 2 (a) : Comparison of mid-range smartphones
Both Vivo and Nothing have launched new mid-range smartphones this year. Both phones have unique features. The Vivo Y200 Pro 5G is the latest addition to the Vivo Y series, offering a premium experience with a curved AMOLED display and a powerful Qualcomm chipset. Meanwhile, the Nothing Phone (2a) continues the brand’s tradition of innovative design with a transparent back and dynamic lighting powered by a custom MediaTek chipset.
Vivo y200 Pro 5G vs Nothing Phone 2(a): A comparison
| Feature | Vivo Y200 Pro 5G | Nothing Phone (2a) |
| Price (India) | Rs 24,999 | Rs 23,999 (8GB+128GB), Rs 25,999 (8GB+256GB), Rs 27,999 (12GB+256GB) |
| Availability | Online on Flipkart, Vivo India e-store; Offline in retail stores | Online on Flipkart |
| Display | 6.78-inch FHD+ curved AMOLED, 1080×2400 pixels, 120Hz, 1300 nits | 6.7-inch flexible AMOLED, 1080×2412 pixels, 30-120Hz, 1300 nits, Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB |
| Storage | 128GB, expandable up to 1TB via microSD | 128GB / 256GB |
| Operating System | Android 14 with FunTouch OS 14 | Android 14 with NothingOS 2.5 |
| Rear Cameras | 64MP main (f/1.79), 2MP portrait (f/2.4) | Dual 50MP (main f/1.8, ultra-wide f/2.2) |
| Front Camera | 16MP | 32MP |
| Battery | 5000mAh, 44W fast charging | 4700mAh, charging details not specified |
| Build | Plastic | Transparent back, plastic frame |
| Special Features | In-display fingerprint sensor, V-Shield protection | Glyph interface with customisable LED strips |
| Connectivity | 5G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | Dual-SIM 5G, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC |
Vivo y200 Pro 5G vs Nothing Phone 2 (a): Key points
Both phones have AMOLED displays with high refresh rates and similar maximum brightness, but the Nothing Phone (2a) stands out for its transparent back and Glyph interface. The Vivo Y200 Pro 5G uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 chipset while the Nothing Phone (2a) uses the custom MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro chipset which offers better performance.
The Vivo Y200 Pro 5G has a 64-megapixel main camera and a 2-megapixel portrait lens, while the Nothing Phone (2a) has two 50-megapixel sensors for primary and ultra-wide-angle photography. The Vivo Y200 Pro 5G has a slightly larger battery and faster charging than Nothing Phone (2a).
Both phones are priced competitively: the Vivo Y200 Pro 5G starts at Rs 24,999 and the Nothing Phone (2a) starts at Rs 23,999 with additional discounts. Choose the Vivo Y200 Pro 5G with strong battery life and extensive storage options or the Nothing Phone (2a) with its unique design and advanced camera system.
Bhupendra Singh Chundawat is a seasoned technology journalist with over 22 years of experience in the media industry. He specializes in covering the global technology landscape, with a deep focus on manufacturing trends and the geopolitical impact on tech companies. Currently serving as the Editor at Udaipur Kiran, his insights are shaped by decades of hands-on reporting and editorial leadership in the fast-evolving world of technology.