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Launch report · Nothing

Nothing Phone (2): The Glyph design statement matured into a near-flagship.

SpecEagle Editorial·Jul 2023·$599·Score 81/100

The Nothing Phone (2) paired the brand’s signature Glyph design with near-flagship hardware. With the Phone (3) out, it is an appealing mid-price buy for design-conscious buyers.

Key specs at launch

Display
6.7" LTPO OLED
Chipset
SD 8+ Gen 1
Memory
12 GB · 256 GB
Main cam
50 MP · f/1.88
Battery
4,700 mAh
Weight
201 g
What stands out
  • Unmistakable transparent design with the Glyph interface.
  • Clean, fast Nothing OS.
  • Solid Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 performance.
  • Bright LTPO display.
What to watch
  • Only IP54 splash resistance.
  • Cameras are good, not class-leading.
  • 3-year OS policy.
  • Superseded by the Phone (3).
The phone it has to beat
iPhone 16
$799 · score 86/100