Apple iPhone 17e vs Nothing Phone (3a)
The Apple iPhone 17e (2026) runs on the Apple A19, while the Nothing Phone (3a) (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3; launch prices were $599 and $329. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nothing Phone (3a) leads — 60/100 vs 59/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Nothing Phone (3a) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3600); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 17e is faster in AnTuTu (2,156,126 vs 1,050,601); the Apple iPhone 17e is noticeably lighter (163g vs 201g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17e
Nothing Phone (3a)
What makes Apple iPhone 17e better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2156126 vs 1050601
- Better Geekbench Single: 3692 vs 1161
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9454 vs 3390
- Lighter: 163g vs 201g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 60/100)
- Better portability (83/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Nothing Phone (3a) better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3600 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $329 vs $599
- Better camera (61/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 21/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17e vs the Nothing Phone (3a), the Nothing Phone (3a) scores 1 points higher (60/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e leads (89/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) leads (61/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) leads (48/100 vs 21/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17e — 32/100, 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 17e notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (89/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (79/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (61/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (48/100 vs 21/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17e notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (83/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17e | Nothing Phone (3a) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 1050601 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3692 | 1161 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9454 | 3390 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 2392x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3600 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 24 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | iOS 19 | Android 15 / Nothing OS 3.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm | 163.5×77.5×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 163 g | 201 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $329 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17e
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 24MP
Nothing Phone (3a)
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17e
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Nothing Phone (3a)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2392x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17e
- 3600 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 15W
Nothing Phone (3a)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17e and Nothing Phone (3a), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 17e leads Nothing Phone (3a) by 105.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $270. Nothing Phone (3a) was $270 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (89/100 vs 60/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (79/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (61/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (48/100 vs 21/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17e notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (83/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Nothing Phone (3a)?
The Nothing Phone (3a) edges out the Apple iPhone 17e by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17e and the Nothing Phone (3a)?
The Apple iPhone 17e has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Nothing Phone (3a) — 60/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Nothing Phone (3a)?
The Nothing Phone (3a) leads on camera score (61/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Nothing Phone (3a)?
The Apple iPhone 17e leads on performance (89/100 vs 60/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17e over the Nothing Phone (3a)?
The Apple iPhone 17e is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Nothing Phone (3a) is a better fit for active users.