OPPO Reno 11 Pro Vs Nothing Phone 2: Which Phone Deserves Your Money?

In the world of smartphones, two contenders step into the ring: the Nothing Phone 2 and the OPPO Reno 11 Pro. The Nothing Phone 2 hit the market on July 11, 2023, with a price tag of Rs. 41,999, while the OPPO Reno 11 Pro made its debut on January 12, 2024, priced at Rs. 39,999.

Let's break down the key features to see which one comes out on top.

Design

The Oppo Reno 11 Pro has a sleek, premium design with a unique Pearl White 3D-etched finish that resembles marble. Its 3D curved glass and protruding camera island add sophistication, while the thin bezel and curved edges create a visually appealing front. However, the phone's matte finish can make it slippery, which is mitigated by the included soft TPU case.

In contrast, the Nothing Phone 2 has a glass back with rounded edges that provide a nice grip. The transparent body reveals neatly hidden components, and the Glyph light notification system, which features crisp white LEDs, adds a distinctive touch. While some may see the transparent design as a gimmick, it contributes to the Nothing Phone 2's unique aesthetics.

Display

While both phones feature OLED displays, OPPO's LTPO OLED panel stands out for its efficient power usage. It dynamically adjusts the screen's refresh rate according to the displayed content. Moreover, OPPO's display appears sharper due to a higher pixel density at 451 PPI, surpassing Nothing's 394 PPI.

Performance

In terms of performance, the Nothing Phone 2 has a leg up on the OPPO Reno 11 Pro thanks to its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset, which has a slightly higher clock speed than the Mediatek Dimensity 8200 in the OPPO Reno 11 Pro.

According to Nanoreview.net's tests, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 has a synthetic AnTuTu benchmark score of 1283K, which is 43% higher than the MediaTek Dimensity 8200's score of 900K.

Camera

The Nothing Phone 2 features a 50 MP main camera with f/1.9 aperture and OIS, accompanied by a 50 MP ultrawide camera with f/2.2 aperture. In contrast, the OPPO Reno 11 Pro boasts a 50 MP main camera with f/1.8 aperture and OIS, a 32 MP telephoto camera with 2x optical zoom, and an 8 MP ultrawide camera.

Both phones offer impressive photography capabilities, with the Nothing Phone 2 emphasizing a high-resolution ultrawide experience and the OPPO Reno 11 Pro providing versatility with a telephoto lens for optical zoom. The choice depends on preferences for higher-quality wide-angle shots or the flexibility of optical zoom.

However, they square off evenly with 32MP front cameras on both sides, at least on paper.

Memory

Although both the Nothing Phone 2 and the OPPO Reno 11 Pro have 12GB of RAM, the Nothing Phone 2 has a larger internal memory of 512GB, while the OPPO Reno 11 Pro has 256GB.

Additionally, the Nothing Phone 2 comes in a variety of memory and RAM configurations (128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM), while the OPPO Reno 11 Pro is only available in a 12/256GB SKU.

Battery Battle

The OPPO Reno 11 has a far more powerful charging capability than the Nothing Phone 2, with its 80W SuperVOOC charging easily outpacing the Nothing's 45W fast charging. However, the Nothing Phone 2 does have one advantage over the OPPO Reno 11 in that it supports 15W wireless charging, which the OPPO Reno 11 does not.

Software

The OPPO Reno 11 comes pre-installed with Android 14 and is layered with ColorOS 14. In contrast, the Nothing Phone 2 has recently been updated to Android 14, featuring the new NothingOS 2.5 skin.

The Nothing Phone 2 presents users with a sleek and nearly stock Android interface, catering to minimalists. The UI is free from ads and bloatware, providing a clean and uncluttered user experience.

On the other hand, the OPPO Reno 11 diverges significantly with ColorOS 14, offering a multitude of features and deviating from the stock Android appearance by incorporating its unique design elements. However, ColorOS comes with pre-installed bloatware and duplicate apps, making it less appealing to users seeking a minimalistic and clutter-free UI.

The Verdict

In the face-off between the Nothing Phone 2 and the OPPO Reno 11 Pro, OPPO takes the lead in display quality with its LTPO OLED panel, offering a higher pixel density and battery efficiency. However, the Nothing Phone 2 excels in raw processing power, boasting the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset.
Choose the Nothing Phone 2 for a unique transparent design, clean software experience, ample storage, and wireless charging, or opt for the OPPO Reno 11 Pro for impressive 80W SuperVOOC charging, versatile camera features, or multitude of software features.