Vivo V29 Pro is the company’s latest launch with some top-of-the-line features and specifications. OnePlus 11R was officially announced in India earlier this year and also boasts premium features. Then we have the Nothing Phone 2 by the OnePlus co-founder Carl Pei, and the smartphone gives tough competition, thanks to comparable specifications.
In this article, we break down key specifications, performance metrics, and notable features to see how the smartphones stack up against one another.
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Vivo V29 Pro vs Nothing Phone 2 vs OnePlus 11R: Specs at Glance
Specs
Vivo V29 Pro
Nothing Phone 2
OnePlus 11R
Display
6.78-inch Curved AMOLED 1.5K
6.7-inch LTPO OLED Full HD+
6.74-inch Curved AMOLED
Refresh rate
120Hz
120Hz
120Hz
SoC
MediaTek Dimensity 8200
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
RAM
Up to 12GB
Up to 12GB
Up to 16GB
Storage
256GB
Up to 512GB
Up to 256GB
Rear Camera
50MP + 12MP (portrait) + 8MP (wide-angle)
50MP OIS + 50MP( ultrawide and macro)
50MP OIS + 8MP ( ultrawide) + 2MP (macro)
Front Camera
50MP
32MP
16MP
Battery
4600mAh battery with 80W fast charging
4700mAh battery with 45W fast charging
5000mAh battery with 100W charging
Operating System
Android 13
Android 13
Android 13
Vivo V29 Pro vs Nothing Phone 2 vs OnePlus 11R: Price in India
Vivo V29 Pro is priced at Rs 39,999 for the 8GB RAM + 256GB storage variant. The top-end model with 12GB RAM + 256GB storage will cost Rs 42,999 in India. It can be bought in Himalayan Blue and Space Black colour options.
Nothing Phone 2 is available at a price of Rs 44,999 for the base storage variant with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage. Further, the price of the 12GB RAM+ 256GB storage variant is Rs 49,999. Finally, the most expensive 12GB RAM + 512GB storage option costs Rs 54,999 in India. The colour options for Nothing Phone 2 are Dark Gray and White.
However, do keep in mind that the Nothing Phone 2 can be bought at a much lower price during festive sales on Flipkart. The base variant is up for grabs at effectively Rs 32,999, when coupled with the exchange offer, and using a credit card from an eligible bank. Even without these offers the Nothing Phone 2 is listed for Rs 36,999 with a bank credit card from ICICI, Kotak, or Axis.
Meanwhile, the OnePlus 11R price in India is set at Rs 39,999 for the 8GB RAM + 128GB storage model. The 16GB RAM + 256GB storage variant costs Rs 44,999. The smartphone is available in Galactic Silver and Sonic Black colour options.
OnePlus 11R will also get discounts during festive sales on e-commerce platforms, Amazon and Flipkart. The 16GB+256GB storage model will sell at Rs 34,999 during the Flipkart Big Billion Days sale, which is a discount of Rs 10,000.
On Amazon as well, the same model will be available at a price of Rs 39,999 during the company’s Great Indian Festival. However, it is important to note that the price can be effectively brought down to as low as Rs 34,999 when coupled with coupons, and other deals.
Vivo V29 Pro vs Nothing Phone 2 vs OnePlus 11R: Design
Vivo is known for making good-looking smartphones, and the Vivo V29 Pro is no exception. It has a 3D magnetic particle design at the back panel, which is said to create a unique light and shadow effect, thanks to 15 million micron-sized magnetic particles.
Nothing Phone 2 now comes with an LED notification strip for important apps.
Vivo V29 Pro is among the sleekest in the segment as it is only 7.49mm thin. It is also lightweight at 188 grams. Further, the 3D borderless curved screen makes it look premium, though the edges could be slightly sharp, making it uncomfortable to hold the device.
Coming to the design of Nothing Phone 2, it has a flat metallic frame with a matte finish, which makes it comfortable to hold. Of course, what sets the Nothing Phone 2 apart is its transparent rear panel, which holds naked components. Then there’s the lit-up Glyph design. The curvature gives the phone a good grip. However, we noted in our review that the smartphone is prone to scratches.
OnePlus 11R has a sturdy build and the Sonic Black colour variant has a sandstone-like matte finish on the back. It does not pick up fingerprints or smudges easily, which is another advantage. Also, the curved edges give it a good grip. The OnePlus 11R weighs 204 grams.
The design of all three smartphones is unique in its own way, and it essentially comes down to preference when choosing a device. Nothing Phone 2 has an interesting rear panel, while the V29 Pro has a beautiful design pattern at the back. OnePlus 11R, meanwhile, is a sturdy smartphone that is more resistant to smudges and falls.
Vivo V29 Pro vs Nothing Phone 2 vs OnePlus 11R: Display
Vivo V29 Pro sports a large 6.78-inch curved AMOLED display with a resolution of 2800×1260 pixels. It has a refresh rate of 120Hz and a peak brightness of 1300 nits. There is a punch-hole cutout at the centre to hold the front camera.
Nothing Phone 2 features a 6.7-inch full-HD+ LTPO OLED display with a resolution of 1080×2412 pixels. The screen supports an adaptive refresh rate between 1Hz and 120Hz. The peak brightness can reach 1600 nits.
OnePlus 11R has a slightly smaller 6.74-inch curved AMOLED screen with a 1.5K resolution. The display also supports a 120Hz adaptive screen refresh rate and 1450 nits peak brightness.
The display sizes of the three smartphones are somewhat similar. In terms of quality, the Nothing Phone 2 seems like a better option as it offers an OLED display and the maximum peak brightness.
Vivo V29 Pro vs Nothing Phone 2 vs OnePlus 11R: Performance And UI
Vivo V29 Pro is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8200 SoC with up to 12GB RAM and 256GB storage options. The Vivo V29 Pro runs Android 13 with FunTouchOS 13.What sets the Nothing Phone 2 apart is its transparent rear panel, which holds naked components.
Meanwhile, Nothing Phone 2 packs the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor. This is coupled with up to 12GB RAM and up to 512GB of storage. Nothing Phone 2 runs on Android 13-based Nothing OS 2.0 out-of-the-box.
The OnePlus 11R gets the same processor as the Nothing Phone 2- the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC, which is coupled with up to 16GB RAM and 256GB of storage. The smartphone comes pre-loaded with Android 13, based OxygenOS 13.
When it comes to performance on paper, Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 is the choice one is recommended to go with. The Mediataek Dimensity 8200 SoC is also comparable. However, for a seamless and clean UI experience, our recommendation would be the Nothing Phone 2 or the OnePlus 11R as they come with less bloatware compared to Vivo V29 Pro.
Vivo V29 Pro vs Nothing Phone 2 vs OnePlus 11R: Cameras
Vivo V29 Pro comes with a triple rear camera setup. The primary sensor is a 50MP Sony IMX663 with f/1.88 aperture and OIS, while the secondary sensor is a 12MP portrait camera with f/1.98 aperture, accompanied by a third 8MP wide-angle camera with f/2.2. The front camera on the smartphone is a 50MP sensor with AF and f//2.0 aperture.
Nothing Phone 2 has a dual rear camera setup with a 50MP primary Sony IMX890 sensor with an f/1.88 aperture, OIS and EIS; and a 50MP ultra-wide-angle secondary camera with EIS, a 114-degree field of view and an f/2.2 aperture, which also doubles as a macro camera. It features a 32MP Sony IMX615 sensor on the front with an f/2.45 aperture.The OnePlus 11R gets the same processor as the Nothing Phone 2- the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC.
In comparison, the OnePlus 11R has a triple rear camera setup with a 50MP Sony IMX890 1/1.56-inch main camera sensor with OIS, an 8MP ultra-wide camera and a 2MP macro sensor. For selfies, there is a 16MP front camera.
When it comes to camera prowess, the Vivo V29 Pro has a clear edge as it comes with bigger cameras and a dedicated portrait camera lens as well. OnePlus 11R is also close with a slew of camera features to offer.
Vivo V29 Pro vs Nothing Phone 2 vs OnePlus 11R: Battery
Vivo V29 Pro packs the smallest battery of 4,600mAh. Further, it supports 80W fast charging as well.
Nothing Phone 2 packs a battery pack of 4,700mAh with support for 45W charging, wireless charging, as well as reverse wireless charging.
The OnePlus 11R is backed by a 5000mAh battery with support for 100W charging, as well as wireless charging.
Vivo V29 Pro vs Nothing Phone 2 vs OnePlus 11R: Verdict
Vivo V29 Pro has a better set of rear back cameras, but the software is loaded with bloatware, which can be a turn-off for some. Both the Nothing Phone 2 and OnePlus 11R have powerful chipsets, though the latter has the highest RAM than all the three phones in our comparison. When it comes to clean software and fast charging, OnePlus 11R clearly takes the cake. Vivo V29 Pro is a powerful device and its design. Of course, it boils down to the price tag in the end, and that’s where the OnePlus 11R and Nothing Phone 2 shine the most, especially considering the festive sales on Amazon and Flipkart, during which the phones can be bought at much lower prices.
