The primary difference between the two phones is that the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus features metallic-looking design lines, giving it an industrial feel. Meanwhile, the Phone (2a) has plastic-looking lines, contributing to a cleaner, more modern aesthetic. Both phones have transparent back covers.
The newly launched Phone (2a) Plus is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro processor. On the other hand, the Nothing Phone (2a) is equipped with the Dimensity 7200 Pro processor.
While the rear-camera setup is the same, there is a difference in the front camera. The Phone (2a) Plus houses a 50MP selfie shooter. Meanwhile, the Nothing Phone (2a) has a 32MP front camera.
Both phones come with the same 5000mAh battery but there is little change in the fast charging. The Phone (2a) supports up to 45W fast charging, whereas, the Phone (2a) Plus supports up to 50W fast charging.
The Phone (2a) Plus runs on NothingOS 2.6 out of the box. Meanwhile, the Nothing Phone (2a) was launched with the NothingOS 2.5.