ASUS ROG Phone 8 vs Nothing Phone (3)
The ASUS ROG Phone 8 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Nothing Phone (3) (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4; launch prices were $1099 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nothing Phone (3) leads — 77/100 vs 71/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the ASUS ROG Phone 8 has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 5150); the Nothing Phone (3) is faster in AnTuTu (2,371,693 vs 2,313,311); the Nothing Phone (3) is noticeably lighter (198g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 8
Nothing Phone (3)
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 8 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 2203 vs 2162
- Bigger battery: 5500 vs 5150 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 63/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 85/100)
What makes Nothing Phone (3) better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2371693 vs 2313311
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6847 vs 6511
- Lighter: 198g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $1099
- Better camera (81/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (49/100 vs 34/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS ROG Phone 8 vs the Nothing Phone (3), the Nothing Phone (3) scores 6 points higher (77/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3) leads (81/100 vs 56/100). Value score: ASUS ROG Phone 8 — 52/100, Nothing Phone (3) — 68/100; 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, both devices are on the same level — 82/100. In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 and the Nothing Phone (3) are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3) notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 8 (81/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 and the Nothing Phone (3) are nearly equal (66/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (3) notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 8 (49/100 vs 34/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 8 | Nothing Phone (3) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 | |
| AnTuTu | 2313311 | 2371693 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 2162 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 6847 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 5150 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 65W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15 / Nothing OS 3.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×76.8×8.9 mm | 160.6×75.6×9.0 mm | |
| Weight | 225 g | 198 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $799 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 32MP
Nothing Phone (3)
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 8
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Nothing Phone (3)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 8
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Nothing Phone (3)
- 5150 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS ROG Phone 8 and Nothing Phone (3), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nothing Phone (3) leads ASUS ROG Phone 8 by 2.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $300. Nothing Phone (3) was $300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 82/100.
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 and the Nothing Phone (3) are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3) notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 8 (81/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 and the Nothing Phone (3) are nearly equal (66/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (3) notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 8 (49/100 vs 34/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 8 or the Nothing Phone (3)?
The Nothing Phone (3) edges out the ASUS ROG Phone 8 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 8 and the Nothing Phone (3)?
The ASUS ROG Phone 8 has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Nothing Phone (3) — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 8 or the Nothing Phone (3)?
The Nothing Phone (3) leads on camera score (81/100 vs 56/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 8 over the Nothing Phone (3)?
The ASUS ROG Phone 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Nothing Phone (3) is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.