Phone (2a) vs Reno 13 5G
It depends
Too close to call outright
These two are within 3 points overall — it genuinely depends on price on the day. The Reno 13 5G edges both longevity and performance, so prefer it when prices are close.
Value Score: Phone (2a) 68 · Reno 13 5G 65 — methodology
The lifespan decider
When specs are close, support length decides it — this is what each phone costs per month of safe use.
Category by category
Both displays are effectively the same class.
The Reno 13 5G's MediaTek Dimensity 8350 is simply the faster chip.
Camera systems are comparable on paper — pick by sample photos.
5,600mAh vs 5,000mAh — the Reno 13 5G lasts longer between charges.
The Reno 13 5G is supported until Nov 2028 — 9 months longer than the Phone (2a).
Pound for pound, these two are equally good deals.
Full spec table
| Spec | Phone (2a) | Reno 13 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Price (street) | $250 | $420 |
| Display | 6.7-inch AMOLED, 1080×2412 (FHD+), up to 120Hz, 1300 nits peak | 6.59-inch AMOLED, 1.5K, 120Hz, up to 1200 nits, Gorilla Glass 7i |
| Chipset | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 8350 |
| RAM | 8GB/12GB | 8GB/12GB |
| Storage | 128GB/256GB | 128GB/256GB/512GB |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 5,600 mAh |
| Charging | 45W wired, no wireless | 80W wired SUPERVOOC |
| Rear cameras | 50MP main, 50MP ultra-wide | 50MP main, 8MP ultra-wide, 2MP macro |
| Dimensions | 161.74 × 76.32 × 8.55 mm | 157.5 × 74.7 × 7.6 mm |
| Weight | 190 g | 181 g |
| Water resistance | IP54 | IP66/IP68/IP69 |
| Supported until | Mar 2028 | Nov 2028 |
Scores and verdicts are computed from our verified database — see exactly how. Specs from manufacturer documentation; prices reflect major US retailers.