Nothing Phone 4a vs Samsung Galaxy A36
Nothing Phone 4a comes out ahead overall, scoring 77.5% to 22.5% across the categories compared — particularly battery capacity (5080 mAh vs 5000 mAh).
Nothing Phone 4a scored 77.5%, Samsung Galaxy A36 scored 22.5%.
Nothing Phone 4a is priced around $449, Samsung Galaxy A36 around $187.
How Nothing Phone 4a and Samsung Galaxy A36 Rank
Nothing Phone 4a
Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 ranks in the top 30% of 37 chipsets we track.
AMOLED display ranks in the top 88% of 16 display types we track.
Aluminum build ranks in the top 60% of 5 build materials we track.
Wi-Fi 6 ranks in the top 75% of 4 Wi-Fi standards we track.
1080p@30fps front camera video ranks in the top 100% of 7 front-video specs we track.
4K@30fps main camera video ranks in the top 88% of 16 video-recording specs we track.
Samsung Galaxy A36
Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 ranks in the top 36% of 37 chipsets we track.
Super AMOLED display ranks in the top 75% of 16 display types we track.
Glass/Plastic build ranks in the top 80% of 5 build materials we track.
Wi-Fi 6 ranks in the top 75% of 4 Wi-Fi standards we track.
4K@30fps front camera video ranks in the top 72% of 7 front-video specs we track.
4K@30fps main camera video ranks in the top 88% of 16 video-recording specs we track.
Nothing Phone 4a vs Samsung Galaxy A36: Display
| Spec |
 Nothing Phone 4a
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 Samsung Galaxy A36
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|---|---|---|
| Display size | 6.83 in | 6.7 in |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Brightness | 800 nits | 1200 nits |
| Display type | AMOLED | Super AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1260 x 2800 | 1080 x 2340 |
Nothing Phone 4a vs Samsung Galaxy A36: Camera
| Spec |
Nothing Phone 4a
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Samsung Galaxy A36
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|---|---|---|
| Main camera resolution | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Ultrawide camera resolution | 8 MP | 8 MP |
| Front camera resolution | 32 MP | 12 MP |
| Main aperture | 1.9 f | 1.8 f |
| Front aperture | 2.2 f | 2.2 f |
| Ultrawide aperture | 2.2 f | 2.2 f |
| Optical image stabilization | Yes | Yes |
| Main video | 4K@30fps | 4K@30fps |
| Front video | 1080p@30fps | 4K@30fps |
| Camera features | LED flash, panorama, Ultra XDR | LED flash, panorama, HDR |
Nothing Phone 4a vs Samsung Galaxy A36: Battery
| Spec |
Nothing Phone 4a
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Samsung Galaxy A36
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|---|---|---|
| Battery capacity | 5080 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charge time | 22 min | 30 min |
| Wired charging | 50 W | 45 W |
| Charging port | USB-C | USB-C |
Nothing Phone 4a vs Samsung Galaxy A36: Performance
| Spec |
Nothing Phone 4a
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Samsung Galaxy A36
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|---|---|---|
| RAM | 8 GB | 6 GB |
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 | Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 |
| Storage options | 128GB, 256GB, 256GB | 128GB, 128GB, 256GB, 256GB, 256GB |
Nothing Phone 4a vs Samsung Galaxy A36: Network & Connectivity
| Spec |
Nothing Phone 4a
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Samsung Galaxy A36
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|---|---|---|
| 5G (sub-6) | Yes | Yes |
| 5G (mmWave) | No | No |
| 5G capable | Yes | Yes |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.4 | 5.4 |
| Wi-Fi generation | 6 | 6 |
| SIM type | Nano-SIM/eSIM | Nano-SIM/eSIM |
Nothing Phone 4a vs Samsung Galaxy A36: Build & Design
| Spec |
Nothing Phone 4a
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Samsung Galaxy A36
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|---|---|---|
| Weight | 210 g | 195 g |
| Thickness | 8 mm | 7.4 mm |
| Build material | Aluminum | Glass/Plastic |
| IP rating | IP65 | IP67 |
| Available colors | Black, Silver, Pink | Lavender, Black, White, Lime |
Nothing Phone 4a vs Samsung Galaxy A36: OS & Software
| Spec |
Nothing Phone 4a
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Samsung Galaxy A36
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|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Nothing OS 4.1 | One UI 8.5 |
| OS version | 16 | 15 |
| Update policy | 3 Updates | 6 Updates |
Nothing Phone 4a vs Samsung Galaxy A36: Audio
| Spec |
Nothing Phone 4a
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Samsung Galaxy A36
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|---|---|---|
| Dolby Atmos | No | No |
| Stereo speakers | Yes | Yes |
| Headphone jack | No | No |
Nothing Phone 4a vs Samsung Galaxy A36: Extras & Features
| Spec |
Nothing Phone 4a
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Samsung Galaxy A36
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|---|---|---|
| Desktop mode | No | No |
| Stylus support | No | No |
| Satellite connectivity | No | No |
| Wireless reverse charging | Yes | No |
Where each phone wins
Nothing Phone 4a
- Battery capacity: 5080 mAh (vs 5000 mAh)
- Charge time: 22 min (vs 30 min)
- Wired charging: 50 W (vs 45 W)
- Front camera resolution: 32 MP (vs 12 MP)
- Display size: 6.83 in (vs 6.7 in)
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz (vs 120 Hz)
- RAM: 8 GB (vs 6 GB)
- Wireless reverse charging: 1 yesno (vs 0 yesno)
Samsung Galaxy A36
- Main aperture: 1.8 f (vs 1.9 f)
- Brightness: 1200 nits (vs 800 nits)
- Weight: 195 g (vs 210 g)
- Thickness: 7.4 mm (vs 8 mm)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better battery capacity, the Nothing Phone 4a or the Samsung Galaxy A36?
The Nothing Phone 4a has the better battery capacity at 5080 mAh, versus 5000 mAh on the Samsung Galaxy A36.
Which has the better RAM, the Nothing Phone 4a or the Samsung Galaxy A36?
The Nothing Phone 4a has the better RAM at 8 GB, versus 6 GB on the Samsung Galaxy A36.
Which has the better display size, the Nothing Phone 4a or the Samsung Galaxy A36?
The Nothing Phone 4a has the better display size at 6.83 in, versus 6.7 in on the Samsung Galaxy A36.
Which has the better refresh rate, the Nothing Phone 4a or the Samsung Galaxy A36?
The Nothing Phone 4a has the better refresh rate at 144 Hz, versus 120 Hz on the Samsung Galaxy A36.