Now that we know that the Nothing Phone (1) is priced close to Php 30k, a number of our readers feel that it is priced rather high. We understand that, considering how a number of mid-range phones offer the same set of specs (sometimes even more) at a lower price tag.
However, it’s clear that Nothing is targeting a particular market with its unique Glyph interface and its choice of components–which is why we think that Nothing is best compared to upper mid-range offerings like Samsung’s very own Galaxy A73.
How does the Nothing Phone (1) fare against the Samsung Galaxy A73? Let’s check it out:
Nothing Phone (1) Philippines Specs
- Snapdragon 778G+ processor
- 8GB LPDDR5 RAM
- 256GB UFS 3.1 storage
- 6.55-inch Full HD+ Flexible OLED display, 120hz refresh rate, 10-bit color
- 50-megapixel f/1.88 IMX766 main camera with PDAF and OIS, 50-megapixel f/2.2 ISOCELL JN1 ultra-wide-angle camera
- 16-megapixel f/2.5 IMX471 selfie camera
- 4G, 5G
- WiFi, Bluetooth 5.1, in-display fingerprint scanner
- Stereo speakers
- 4500mAh battery
- 33w wired charging, 15w wireless charging, 5w reverse wireless charging
- Android 12, Nothing OS
Samsung Galaxy A73 Philippines Specs
- Snapdragon 778G processor
- 8GB RAM
- 128GB/256GB storage, expandable via MicroSD
- 6.7-inch Full HD+ Super AMOLED Infinity-O Display, 120hz refresh rate
- 108-megapixel f/1.8 main camera with PDAF and OIS, 12-megapixel f/2.2 ultra-wide-angle camera, 5-megapixel f/2.4 macro camera, 5-megapixel f/2.4 Depth Sensor
- 32-megapixel f/2.2 selfie camera
- 4G, LTE, 5G
- WiFi, Bluetooth, NFC, in-display fingerprint scanner
- Stereo speakers, IP67 rating
- 5000mAh battery
- 25w charging
- Android 12, OneUI 4.1
Design and build
Without a doubt, Nothing wins over in the design department with its use of Gorilla Glass 5 for the back panel and aluminum for the frame–the Galaxy A73 uses polycarbonate on the back panel. The Phone (1) also wins in looks with its 900 LED array for its Glyph interface.
The Galaxy A73 does not back down, however, as it comes with an IP67 rating.
Display
While both phones use OLED displays with punch-hole display and a 120hz refresh rate, the Galaxy A73 offers a larger screen estate at 6.7-inches. The Phone (1), however, continues to showcase its premium build with its use of a more expensive flexible OLED panel that helps it give it symmetrical bezels a la iPhone.
Display differences aside, both the Galaxy A73 and Phone (1) come with stereo speakers.
Cameras
The Galaxy A73 boasts a quad-rear camera setup, though only the OIS-equipped 108-megapixel main camera and 12-megapixel ultra-wide-angle camera are the useful ones in its setup. The Phone (1), on the other hand, keeps it simple with a dual-rear camera that consists of two 50-megapixel cameras–and IMX766 with OIS for the main camera, and an ISOCELL JN1 for the ultra-wide-angle camera.
The Galaxy A73 does take the lead in the selfie department, as its punch-hole has a 32-megapixel selfie shooter.
Internals and battery
While both phones come with 8GB RAM and 256GB internal storage in the Philippines, The Phone (1) uses a newer Snapdragon 778G+ processor that comes with higher-clocked CPU and GPU cores. We have yet to test the Snapdragon 778G+, but its non-Plus sibling used on the Galaxy A73 is a very capable processor.
When it comes to battery capacity, the Galaxy A73 offers a bigger 5000mAh battery to power that large display. The Phone (1), on the other hand, offers faster 33w wired charging speeds for its 4500mAh battery, along with 15w wireless charging and reverse wireless charging.
Price
This is where things get rather interesting: both the 8GB/256GB variants of the Nothing Phone (1) and Samsung Galaxy A73 are priced at Php 29,990. While the Galaxy A73 offers a bigger display and battery and a higher-resolution main camera, the Phone (1) balances things off with a newer processor, better ultra-wide-angle camera, and flexible charging options.
Which Php 30k upper mid-range phone offers the better deal? Let us know!
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