Apple iPhone 15 Pro vs Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro (2023) runs on the Apple A17 Pro, while the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3; launch prices were $999 and $459. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro leads — 70/100 vs 61/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3274); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 15 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,467,470 vs 1,063,109).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 15 Pro
Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
What makes Apple iPhone 15 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1467470 vs 1063109
- Better Geekbench Single: 2969 vs 1161
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7599 vs 3390
- Lighter: 187g vs 201g
- Higher performance (80/100 vs 60/100)
- Better camera (83/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Nothing Phone (3a) Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3274 mAh
- Faster charging: 50W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Cheaper at launch: $459 vs $999
- Longer battery life (49/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 15 Pro vs the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro scores 9 points higher (70/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro leads (80/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro leads (83/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro leads (49/100 vs 20/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 15 Pro — 50/100, Nothing Phone (3a) Pro — 46/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro (80/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro (83/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Pro (49/100 vs 20/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 15 Pro | Nothing Phone (3a) Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A17 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1467470 | 1063109 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2969 | 1161 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7599 | 3390 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 2392x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3274 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 50W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 154 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB | |
| OS | iOS 17 | Android 15 / Nothing OS 3.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 146.6×70.6×8.3 mm | 163.5×77.5×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 201 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $459 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 15 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 15 Pro
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2392x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 15 Pro
- 3274 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 15W
Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 50W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 15 Pro and Nothing Phone (3a) Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 15 Pro leads Nothing Phone (3a) Pro by 38.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $540. Nothing Phone (3a) Pro was $540 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro (80/100 vs 60/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro (83/100 vs 64/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Pro (49/100 vs 20/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 15 Pro or the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro edges out the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 15 Pro and the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro — 61/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 15 Pro or the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro leads on camera score (83/100 vs 64/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 15 Pro or the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro leads on performance (80/100 vs 60/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 15 Pro over the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Nothing Phone (3a) Pro is a better fit for active users.