ASUS ROG Phone 6 vs Nothing Phone (3a)
The ASUS ROG Phone 6 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, while the Nothing Phone (3a) (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3. Both devices score the same overall rating of 60/100. Key differences: the ASUS ROG Phone 6 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the ASUS ROG Phone 6 is faster in AnTuTu (1,478,125 vs 1,050,601); the Nothing Phone (3a) is noticeably lighter (201g vs 239g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 6
Nothing Phone (3a)
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 6 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1478125 vs 1050601
- Better Geekbench Single: 1761 vs 1161
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4688 vs 3390
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (71/100 vs 60/100)
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Nothing Phone (3a) better?
- Lighter: 201g vs 239g
- Better camera (61/100 vs 36/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
The ASUS ROG Phone 6 and the Nothing Phone (3a) received the same MobileRank rating — 60/100. In the "performance" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 6 leads (71/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) leads (61/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 6 leads (60/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 6 is a bit better (71/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 6 is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 6 (61/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 6 is a bit better (60/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 6 (54/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 6 | Nothing Phone (3a) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1478125 | 1050601 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1761 | 1161 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4688 | 3390 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2448x1080 | 2392x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12 / ROG UI | Android 15 / Nothing OS 3.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IPX4 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 173.0×77.0×10.3 mm | 163.5×77.5×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 239 g | 201 g | |
| Launch price | — | $329 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 6
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 12MP
Nothing Phone (3a)
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 6
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2448x1080
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Nothing Phone (3a)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2392x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 6
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Nothing Phone (3a)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS ROG Phone 6 and Nothing Phone (3a), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ASUS ROG Phone 6 leads Nothing Phone (3a) by 40.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ASUS ROG Phone 6
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 6 is a bit better (71/100 vs 60/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 6 is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 6 (61/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 6 is a bit better (60/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 6 (54/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 6 or the Nothing Phone (3a)?
Both devices scored 60/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the ASUS ROG Phone 6 (71/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 6 and the Nothing Phone (3a)?
The ASUS ROG Phone 6 has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Nothing Phone (3a) — 60/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 6 or the Nothing Phone (3a)?
The Nothing Phone (3a) leads on camera score (61/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS ROG Phone 6 or the Nothing Phone (3a)?
The ASUS ROG Phone 6 leads on performance (71/100 vs 60/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 6 over the Nothing Phone (3a)?
The ASUS ROG Phone 6 is a better fit for active users. The Nothing Phone (3a) is a better fit for active users.