Nothing Phone 4b vs Samsung Galaxy A27
Introduction
The Nothing Phone (4b) and the Samsung Galaxy A27 are set to hit shops within weeks of one another, presenting a fascinating choice for anyone looking to buy a new affordable phone in the UK.
Samsung is an experienced hand with this cheap phone stuff, having turned out dependable A-series phones for more than a decade. Nothing might be more of a plucky upstart, having only been in existence since 2021, but it has hit the ground running with its high-value offerings.
Price Comparison
The Nothing Phone (4b) is priced at £299, £20 cheaper than the Samsung Galaxy A27, which starts at £319. Both phones give you 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage as standard.
Design
Both of these phones seem to be well constructed, with solid plastic frames and IP64 dust and water resistance certification. The Nothing Phone (4b) is available in four colours: black, white, pink and blue, while the Samsung Galaxy A27 is available in black, blue and light pink.
Software Updates
The Samsung Galaxy A27 has a notable edge with its provision of a six-year update promise. You’ll be getting new versions of Android and vital security updates into 2032. Conversely, while the Nothing Phone (4b) can match its rival’s security update promise, it’ll only be getting the next three Android versions.
Performance
The Nothing Phone (4b) seems to have more headroom than the Samsung Galaxy A27, thanks to its Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 chip. The newer chip also utilises a more advanced Adreno 810 GPU compared to the Adreno 710 in the Galaxy A27.
Specifications
The Nothing Phone (4b) undoubtedly has a superior spec list to the Samsung Galaxy A27, with a superior ultra-wide camera, better 1080p/120fps video recording, and a slightly larger battery. It also has 33W wired charging compared to the Samsung’s 25W.
Conclusion
We’re already more excited about the Nothing Phone (4b), thanks to its distinctive aesthetic, slightly superior specs, and competitive pricing. Never discount the sheer dependability and quality of an affordable Samsung phone, but we know which cheap phone we’re most looking forward to taking for a spin.
