Oppo Reno13 F vs Nothing Phone (2a) Plus: A Detailed Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
For the average user prioritizing all-day battery life and sustained performance, the Oppo Reno13 F emerges as the winner. Its 60:45h endurance significantly outpaces the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus, and the Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 offers a stable experience. However, users who value a brighter screen and quicker top-ups will find the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus more appealing.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Oppo Reno13 F | Nothing Phone (2a) Plus |
| Network | ||
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - version 1, 2, 3 | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 - version 1 | 1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 66 |
| 5G bands | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA - version 1, 2 | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| Launch | ||
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2025, January 04 | 2024, July 31 |
| Status | Available. Released 2025, January 11 | Available. Released 2024, August 03 |
| Body | ||
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| Build | - | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic frame, plastic back |
| Dimensions | 162.2 x 75.1 x 7.8 mm (6.39 x 2.96 x 0.31 in) | 161.7 x 76.3 x 8.5 mm (6.37 x 3.00 x 0.33 in) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 192 g (6.77 oz) | 190 g (6.70 oz) |
| Display | ||
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| Protection | Asahi Glass AGC DT-Star2, Mohs level 4 | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~395 ppi density) | 1080 x 2412 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~395 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.67 inches, 107.4 cm2 (~88.2% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.7 inches, 107.5 cm2 (~87.1% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | AMOLED, 120Hz, 600 nits (typ), 1200 nits (HMB), 2100 nits (peak) | AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, 2160Hz PWM, HDR10+, 700 nits (typ), 1100 nits (HBM), 1300 nits (peak) |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.2 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa-core (2x3.0 GHz Cortex-A715 & 6x 2.0 GHz Cortex-A510) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM6450 Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 (4 nm) | Mediatek Dimensity 7350 Pro (4 nm) |
| GPU | Adreno 710 | Mali-G610 MC4 |
| OS | Android 15, ColorOS 15 | Android 14, up to 3 major Android upgrades, Nothing OS 3.0 |
| Memory | ||
|---|---|---|
| Card slot | microSDXC | No |
| Internal | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM | 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM |
| Main Camera | ||
|---|---|---|
| Dual | - | 50 MP, f/1.9, 24mm (wide), 1/1.57", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS 50 MP, f/2.2, 114˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.76", 0.64µm |
| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | LED flash, panorama, HDR |
| Triple | 50 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), PDAF, OIS 8 MP, f/2.2, 16mm, 112˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm 2 MP (macro) | - |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS, OIS | 4K@30fps, 1080p@60/120fps, gyro-EIS |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Features | Panorama | HDR |
| Single | 32 MP, f/2.4, 22mm (wide), 1/2.74", 0.8µm | 50 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1/2.76" |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 4K@30fps |
| Sound | ||
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| 35mm jack | No | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| Comms | ||
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| Bluetooth | 5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| NFC | Yes (market/region dependent) | Yes, 360˚ |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS | GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS |
| Radio | Unspecified | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 45W wired, PD, QC, PPS, 44% in 30 min Reverse wired | 50W wired, 50% in 21 min, 100% in 56 min |
| Type | 5800 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Graphite Grey, Plume Purple, Luminous Blue | Black, Grey |
| Models | CPH2699 | A142P |
| Price | € 465.16 / $ 399.00 / £ 316.00 | € 269.90 / ₹ 22,599 |
| EU LABEL | ||
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| Battery | 60:45h endurance, 1600 cycles | - |
| Energy | Class B | - |
| Free fall | Class B (240 falls) | - |
| Repairability | Class B | - |
Oppo Reno13 F
- Exceptional battery life (60:45h endurance)
- Long battery lifespan (1600 charge cycles)
- Efficient Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 chipset
- Display brightness specifications unknown
- Camera details currently unavailable
Nothing Phone (2a) Plus
- Bright display (1097 nits)
- Faster charging (50W, 100% in 56 min)
- More powerful Dimensity 7350 Pro chipset
- Significantly shorter battery life (16:34h)
- Potentially higher thermal throttling under sustained load
Display Comparison
The Nothing Phone (2a) Plus boasts a significant advantage in display brightness, reaching a measured peak of 1097 nits. This translates to superior visibility outdoors under direct sunlight, a scenario where the Reno13 F’s display specifications are not available for comparison. While the Reno13 F’s panel details are unknown, the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus’s high brightness, combined with its likely OLED technology (based on Nothing’s previous models), offers a richer and more immersive viewing experience. The absence of LTPO technology on either device suggests neither offers adaptive refresh rates for optimal power efficiency.
Camera Comparison
Detailed camera specifications for the Oppo Reno13 F are currently unavailable. However, the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus’s camera system is expected to feature a primary sensor with a large aperture for improved low-light performance. Without knowing the sensor size or megapixel count of the Reno13 F’s main camera, it’s difficult to make a direct comparison. The focus should be on image processing algorithms and real-world sample comparisons, which are currently unavailable. The inclusion of a 2MP macro camera on either device is likely to offer limited practical benefit due to its small sensor size and low resolution.
Performance
Under the hood, the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus utilizes the Mediatek Dimensity 7350 Pro, featuring an octa-core configuration with 2x3.0 GHz Cortex-A715 cores and 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A510 cores. This chipset, built on a 4nm process, is designed for efficient performance. The Oppo Reno13 F, conversely, employs the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 (also 4nm) with an octa-core setup of 4x2.2 GHz Cortex-A78 and 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55 cores. While clock speeds don't tell the whole story, the Dimensity 7350 Pro’s newer Cortex-A715 cores generally offer a performance edge over the A78 cores in the Snapdragon 6 Gen 1, particularly in sustained workloads. This suggests the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus will handle demanding games and multitasking more smoothly.
Battery Life
Battery life is where the Oppo Reno13 F truly shines, achieving an impressive 60:45h endurance rating. This significantly surpasses the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus’s active use score of 16:34h. While the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus compensates with faster charging – 50W wired, achieving 50% in 21 minutes and 100% in 56 minutes – the Reno13 F’s 45W charging (with PD, QC, and PPS support, reaching 44% in 30 minutes) is still respectable. The Reno13 F’s reported 1600 charge cycles also suggest a longer lifespan for the battery itself, mitigating degradation over time.
Buying Guide
Buy the Oppo Reno13 F if you need exceptional battery life, reliable performance for everyday tasks, and a phone that will comfortably last through a full day – and then some – of heavy use. Buy the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus if you prefer a brighter, more vibrant display for media consumption, faster charging capabilities to minimize downtime, and a more visually distinctive design aesthetic.