Findprix helps you compare the Nothing Phone 1 (12GB RAM + 256GB) and Samsung Galaxy A36 12GB RAM in terms of price, specifications, user reviews, and more. Nothing Phone 1 (12GB RAM + 256GB) is priced at ₹35,999. Samsung Galaxy A36 12GB RAM is priced at ₹36,999. Here's a quick comparison.
| Key Highlights | Nothing Phone 1 (12GB RAM + 256GB) | Samsung Galaxy A36 12GB RAM |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G Plus | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 | 4 nm |
| RAM | 12 GB | 12GB |
| Storage | 256 GB, UFS 3.1 | 256GB | UFS 2.2 |
| Display | 6.55 inches, Full HD+ | 6.7 inches | FHD+ |
| Front Camera | 16 MP | 12MP |
| Rear Camera | 50 MP + 5 MP | 50MP + 8MP + 5MP |
| Battery | 4500 mAh, Li-Polymer | 5000 mAh | 45W |
| OS | Android v12 | Android v15 |
| Launch Date | July 13, 2022 | March 2, 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G Plus | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 | 4 nm |
| RAM | 12 GB | 12GB |
| Storage | 256 GB, UFS 3.1 | 256GB | UFS 2.2 |
| Display | 6.55 inches, Full HD+ | 6.7 inches | FHD+ |
| Front Camera | 16 MP | 12MP |
| Rear Camera | 50 MP + 5 MP | 50MP + 8MP + 5MP |
| Battery | 4500 mAh, Li-Polymer | 5000 mAh | 45W |
| OS | Android v12 | Android v15 |
| User Ratings | N/A | 4.4/5 (235 Ratings) |
![]() | ₹35,999 | ₹36,999 |
|---|---|---|
![]() | N/A | ₹5,899 |
| Device Type | Smartphone | Smartphone |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 12 | Android 15 |
| OS Updates | -- | 6 Years |
| Security Updates | -- | 6 Years |
| Custom UI | -- | Samsung One UI |
| Dimensions | 159.2 x 75.8 x 8.3 mm | 162.7 x 78 x 7.4 mm |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 193.5 g | 195 g |
| Water Resistance | Yes, Splash Resistant, IP53 | Yes, Splash proof, IP67 (up to 1m for 30 min) |
| Dust Resistance | -- | Yes |
| Build Material | Front: Gorilla Glass, Back: Gorilla Glass | Back: Corning Gorilla Glass Victus Plus |
| Colours | Black, White | Lavender, Black, White, Lime |
| Touch Screen | Yes, Capacitive Touch Screen, Multi-touch | Yes, Capacitive Touchscreen, Multi-touch |
|---|---|---|
| Display Type | OLED | Super AMOLED |
| Peak Brightness | 1200 nits | 1900 nits |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Screen Size | 6.55 inches | 6.7 inches (17.02 cm), Full HD+ |
| Screen Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels | 1080 x 2340 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 20:9 | 19.5:9 |
| Screen-to-Body Ratio | -- | 87.8% |
| Pixel Density | 402 ppi | ~ 385 ppi |
| HDR Support | -- | Yes, HDR 10+ |
| Screen Protection | Yes, Corning Gorilla Glass v5 | Yes, Corning Gorilla Glass, Glass Victus Plus |
| Camera Setup | Dual | Triple |
|---|---|---|
| Primary | 50 MP (wide) f/1.88 aperture | 50 MP (Wide) f/1.8 aperture, 1/1.96″ sensor size OIS, PDAF |
| Secondary | 5 MP (ultra wide) f/2.2 aperture | 8 MP (Ultra-Wide) f/2.2 aperture, 123˚ focal length, 1/4.0 sensor size, 1.12µm pixel size |
| Tertiary | -- | 5 MP (Macro) f/2.4 aperture |
| OIS | -- | Yes |
| Gyro EIS | -- | Yes |
| Autofocus | -- | Yes |
| Sensor | Sony Exmor RS | -- |
| Flash | Yes, LED Flash | Yes, LED Flash |
| Video Recording | 1080p @ 30 fps, 2160p @ 30 fps | 4K @ 30 fps, 1080p @ 60 fps |
| Features | Digital Zoom, Auto Flash, Face detection, Touch to focus | 10 x Digital Zoom, Auto Flash, Face detection, Filters, Touch to focus |
| Camera Setup | Single | Single |
|---|---|---|
| Primary | 16 MP (wide) f/2.2 aperture | 12 MP (Wide) f/2.4 aperture |
| Video Recording | 1080p @ 30 fps | 4K @ 30 fps, 1080p @ 30 fps |
| RAM | 12 GB | 12 GB |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G Plus | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 |
| Fabrication | -- | 4 nm |
| GPU | Adreno 642L | Adreno 710 |
| CPU | Octa core (1 x 2.5 GHz Cortex-A78 + 3 x 2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 + 4 x 1.8 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa core (4 x 2.4 GHz Cortex A78 + 4 x 1.8 GHz Cortex A55) |
| Internal Storage | 256 GB | 256 GB |
|---|---|---|
| Storage Type | UFS 3.1 | UFS 2.2 |
| Memory Card Slot | No | No |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 5000 mAh |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Li-Polymer | -- |
| Wired Charging Speed | 33W | 45W |
| Wired Charging Time | -- | 100% in 68 minutes |
| Wireless Charging Speed | Yes | -- |
| SIM | Dual SIM (Nano + Nano) | Dual SIM SIM1: Nano SIM2: Nano |
|---|---|---|
| Network Support | 5G, 4G, 3G, 2G, EDGE, GPRS | 5G, 4G, 3G, 2G |
| Navigation Support | Yes with A-GPS, GLONASS | GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.2 | Yes, v5.4 |
|---|---|---|
| Wi-Fi | Yes, Wi-Fi 802.11, a/ac/ax/b/g/n/n 5GHz, MIMO | Yes, Wi-Fi 6E (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax) 5GHz 6GHz, MIMO |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, USB On-The-Go | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Audio Jack | USB Type-C | Yes, USB Type-C |
|---|---|---|
| FM Radio | Yes | No |
| Loud Speaker | No | Yes |
| Stereo Speakers | -- | Yes |
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes, In-display | Yes, In-display |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor | Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope |