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Today I’m taking about the most powerful phone from CMFByNothing.
When Nothing spun off its affordable sub-brand CMF, few expected the company to shake up the mid-range segment this quickly. But here we are — with the CMF Phone 2 Pro, a device that doesn’t just play safe with specs and pricing, but dares to bring design quirks and premium touches.
First Impressions: A Phone With Attitude
The CMF Phone 2 Pro is instantly recognizable. Exposed screws on the back, modular accessories like lanyards and clip-on stands, and a matte finish that resists fingerprints — it feels like the anti-slab in a world where budget phones usually look generic.
It’s not the slimmest phone around, but that’s by design. The grip is solid, the finish is durable, and the optional accessories actually make it fun to personalize. Unlike flashy RGB gimmicks, this modularity feels practical — though admittedly, it won’t be for everyone.
Display: A Pleasant Surprise
Budget phones often cut corners with their screens, but CMF went all out here. The 6.77-inch AMOLED panel offers buttery-smooth 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10+ support, and brightness that peaks up to 3,000 nits (in ideal conditions).
Watching YouTube, Netflix, or even scrolling Instagram feels premium. Colors are punchy without being cartoonish, blacks are deep, and sunlight legibility is strong. Honestly, this is one of the best displays in its class — better than many phones that cost several thousand more.
Performance: More Than Enough for Most
Powering the phone is MediaTek’s Dimensity 7300 Pro, paired with 8GB RAM and up to 256GB storage. Daily performance is smooth: multitasking, social apps, streaming, and even casual gaming are handled without hiccups.
Of course, push it with high-end titles like Genshin Impact at max settings and you’ll notice its limits — this isn’t built for hardcore gamers. But for 90% of everyday use, the CMF Phone 2 Pro feels quick, consistent, and reliable.
And here is my favourite part, please not miss, CMF Phone 2 Pro Camera Review: Ambition in Your Pocket.
When you glance at the spec sheet of the CMF Phone 2 Pro, one thing stands out immediately — this isn’t the typical budget phone camera system. A telephoto lens at under the price range.That’s almost unheard of But specs on paper and results in real-world shooting are rarely the same story. Let’s unpack how this triple-camera setup actually performs day to day.
The Hardware Setup;
50MP main sensor (wide) – the workhorse for most shots
50MP telephoto (2x optical zoom) – the surprise star of the show
8MP ultrawide – for fitting more into the frame
16MP selfie shooter – handling the front
Daylight Performance: Crisp and Punchy
Under bright skies, the main 50MP sensor shines. Photos are sharp, colors lean toward vibrant but not overly artificial, and HDR handles shadows well. Greens and blues look fantastic, especially in outdoor shots of landscapes or cityscapes. Where it stumbles slightly is with reds and skin tones — they can sometimes look oversaturated, leaning into a warmer tint than reality. Still, for casual shooters, the images pop and are social-media ready without much editing.
Telephoto Lens: The Unexpected Hero
Here’s where CMF gets bold. At this price, most phones fake zoom with digital cropping. The 2x telephoto lens here gives you true optical zoom — and it makes a difference. Portraits look more natural, backgrounds compress beautifully, and you can get closer without losing clarity.
Is it perfect? No. In lower light, noise creeps in quickly, and fine details smudge. But when conditions are good, this telephoto is a rare gift in the budget segment. For many, it’ll be the most fun lens on the phone.
Ultrawide: The Weak Link
The 8MP ultrawide is where reality catches up. It works fine for group shots or dramatic wide landscapes, but detail falls off compared to the main lens. Edges can show distortion, and low-light shots often look soft. It’s useful, yes — but it doesn’t match the punch of the main or telephoto.
Creative Edge: The Fun Factor
Despite its flaws, the CMF Phone 2 Pro is a fun camera phone. The telephoto lens adds creative possibilities, letting you frame portraits and street shots in ways budget phones usually can’t. The quirks — like over-punchy colors or soft ultrawide shots — might frustrate purists but can actually make photos look livelier on social media.
Verdict: A Camera That Tries — and Often Succeeds
The CMF Phone 2 Pro’s camera system is ambitious, and that ambition pays off more often than it falls short.
Main sensor: Reliable, colorful, social-media friendly.
Telephoto lens: The highlight, rare and genuinely useful at this price.
Ultrawide: Functional but forgettable.
Low light: A weak spot across the board.
Selfies & video: Good enough for everyday use.
Battery & Charging: Steady Companion
The 5,000 mAh battery easily lasts a full day, sometimes stretching into two if you’re not gaming or binge-watching. It charges at 33W wired — not blazing fast compared to Chinese rivals offering 65W or 100W, but enough to get you back to 50% in under 30 minutes.
There’s no wireless charging — but honestly, at this price, that’s not a dealbreaker.
Software: Nothing OS With CMF Flavor
Running Nothing OS 3.2 on Android 15, the CMF Phone 2 Pro offers a clean, minimal interface with thoughtful tweaks. The Essential Key (a customizable shortcut button) is handy, and the new Essential Space helps you focus when you don’t want distractions.
Bloatware is minimal, updates are promised, and animations are slick — this is a polished software experience rare in budget phones.
Verdict: The Budget Phone With Personality
Most budget phones try to blend in — safe designs, predictable specs, nothing memorable. The CMF Phone 2 Pro does the opposite. It’s bold, modular, and stylish, with a display that stuns and battery life you can trust.
Sure, the cameras stumble at times, and gamers may want more horsepower. But for most people, this is easily one of the best phones under the price right now. It doesn’t just give you value — it gives you character.
Thank & regards by- @ArijitMishra
