Apple iPhone 17 vs Nothing Phone (3a)
The Apple iPhone 17 (2025) runs on the Apple A19, while the Nothing Phone (3a) (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3; launch prices were $799 and $329. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17 leads — 76/100 vs 60/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Nothing Phone (3a) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3692); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 17 is faster in AnTuTu (2,156,126 vs 1,050,601); the Apple iPhone 17 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 201g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17
Nothing Phone (3a)
What makes Apple iPhone 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2156126 vs 1050601
- Better Geekbench Single: 3608 vs 1161
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8810 vs 3390
- Lighter: 177g vs 201g
- Higher performance (88/100 vs 60/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 61/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (73/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Nothing Phone (3a) better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3692 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Cheaper at launch: $329 vs $799
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 29/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 vs the Nothing Phone (3a), the Apple iPhone 17 scores 16 points higher (76/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 leads (88/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 leads (86/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) leads (48/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 — 66/100, Nothing Phone (3a) — 56/100; 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 17 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (88/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (86/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (48/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (73/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 | Nothing Phone (3a) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 1050601 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3608 | 1161 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8810 | 3390 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 2392x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3692 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 15 / Nothing OS 3.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 149.6×71.5×8.0 mm | 163.5×77.5×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 201 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $329 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Nothing Phone (3a)
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nothing Phone (3a)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2392x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17
- 3692 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Nothing Phone (3a)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 and Nothing Phone (3a), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 17 leads Nothing Phone (3a) by 105.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $470. Nothing Phone (3a) was $470 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (88/100 vs 60/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (86/100 vs 61/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (48/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (73/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Nothing Phone (3a)?
The Apple iPhone 17 is noticeably better than the Nothing Phone (3a) — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 and the Nothing Phone (3a)?
The Apple iPhone 17 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Nothing Phone (3a) — 60/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Nothing Phone (3a)?
The Apple iPhone 17 leads on camera score (86/100 vs 61/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Nothing Phone (3a)?
The Apple iPhone 17 leads on performance (88/100 vs 60/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 over the Nothing Phone (3a)?
The Apple iPhone 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Nothing Phone (3a) is a better fit for active users.