Nothing CMF Phone 1 – Complete Review

Nothing CMF Phone 1: Nothing, a relatively new brand, has recently introduced its sub-brand, CMF. Initially, CMF focused on producing smartphone accessories known for their unique designs and affordable prices.

Before long, CMF expanded its product line by launching its first phone, aptly named the CMF Phone 1.

Specifications

Feature	Description
Design	Unique, customizable, repairable, focus on sustainability
Build	Plastic back, plastic frame, glass front
Display	6.55″ OLED, 1080 x 2400 pixels, HDR, 120Hz refresh rate
Processor	MediaTek Dimensity 8050
RAM/Storage	6GB/128GB, 8GB/128GB, 8GB/256GB
Battery	5,000mAh, 33W fast charging
OS	Nothing OS

Camera Setup

Camera Type	Specifications
Main Camera	50 MP Sony IMX882, f/1.8, 1/1.95″, 0.8µm, PDAF; 2160p@30fps
Depth Sensor	2 MP SmartSens SC202, f/2.4, 1/5.1″, 1.75µm
Front Camera	16 MP GalaxyCore GC16B3, f/2.0, 1/3.1″, 1.0µm; 1080p@30fps
Camera Features	True Lens Engine (Ultra XDR, AI Vivid Mode, Night Mode, Portrait Optimizer, Motion Capture)

Camera Performance

Daylight Photos

• Solid detail, natural colors, good contrast and dynamic range.
• Slight lack of sharpness on close inspection.
• AI Vivid mode adds extra contrast and color saturation.
• 50MP resolution doesn’t offer additional detail over 12.5MP binned photos.

Portrait Shots

• Good skin tones and texture, excellent background blur.
• Occasionally inconsistent subject detection and separation.

Low-Light Photos

• Main camera performs well with plenty of detail, low noise, and good colors.
• Night mode enhances performance further but reduces resolution to 1080p.

Selfies

• Decent quality with good facial features and color.
• Limited dynamic range and sharpness.

Video Capture

• Main camera: Up to 4K@30fps, good colors and dynamic range, minor noise.
• No OIS, EIS available but introduces focus hunting issues.
• Selfie videos: Limited to 1080p, soft detail, limited dynamic range.
• Low-light videos: Good detail, some noise, occasional blown-out light sources.

Competition

Model	Key Features	Price Range
Samsung Galaxy A35	IP67, Gorilla Glass Victus+, stereo speakers, 50MP main camera, 5,000mAh battery, 25W charging	INR 21,999 (~€239)
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro	120Hz display with Dolby Vision, 200MP main camera, 5,000mAh battery, 67W charging	INR 19,999 (~€239)
Xiaomi Poco X6 Pro	120Hz Dolby Vision display, Dimensity 8300 Ultra, 64MP main camera, 5,000mAh battery, 67W charging	INR 19,999 (~€239)
Nothing Phone (2a)	Unique design, stereo speakers, 50MP main and ultrawide cameras, 45W charging	€300 (~INR 25,999)

Pricing

Variant	Price
128GB 8GB RAM	₹21,999
128GB 6GB RAM	₹19,999

Nothing CMF Phone 1: Verdict

Pros

• Unique, standout design with a focus on customizability, repairability, and sustainability.
• Bright OLED with HDR and 120Hz refresh rate.
• Great battery life.
• Good chipset performance for the class.
• Solid camera image quality.

Cons

• No charger in the box.
• Very minimal IP52 ingress protection.
• Pretty unimpressive single loudspeaker.
• No NFC.
• No camera OIS.

The Nothing CMF Phone 1 stands out for its design and overall solid performance but does not excel in any specific area apart from battery life and display. It’s positioned as a well-rounded device suitable for users who prioritize aesthetics and sustainability.

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