ASUS Zenfone 10 vs Nothing Phone (3a)
The ASUS Zenfone 10 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Nothing Phone (3a) (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3; launch prices were $699 and $329. By overall MobileRank rating, the ASUS Zenfone 10 leads — 62/100 vs 60/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Nothing Phone (3a) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4300); the ASUS Zenfone 10 is faster in AnTuTu (1,684,922 vs 1,050,601); the ASUS Zenfone 10 is noticeably lighter (172g vs 201g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS Zenfone 10
Nothing Phone (3a)
What makes ASUS Zenfone 10 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1684922 vs 1050601
- Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 1161
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5311 vs 3390
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 172g vs 201g
- Higher performance (75/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (61/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Nothing Phone (3a) better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 30W
- Cheaper at launch: $329 vs $699
- Better camera (61/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 38/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS Zenfone 10 vs the Nothing Phone (3a), the ASUS Zenfone 10 scores 2 points higher (62/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the ASUS Zenfone 10 leads (75/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) leads (61/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) leads (48/100 vs 38/100). Value score: ASUS Zenfone 10 — 38/100, 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 ASUS Zenfone 10 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (75/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS Zenfone 10 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) notably outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 10 (61/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) is a bit better (48/100 vs 38/100). In the "portability" category, the ASUS Zenfone 10 is a bit better (61/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS Zenfone 10 | Nothing Phone (3a) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1684922 | 1050601 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 1161 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 3390 | |
| Display | 5.9" Super AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2392x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13 / ZenUI | Android 15 / Nothing OS 3.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 146.5×68.1×9.4 mm | 163.5×77.5×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 172 g | 201 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $329 |
Camera comparison
ASUS Zenfone 10
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Nothing Phone (3a)
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
ASUS Zenfone 10
- 5.9" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Nothing Phone (3a)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2392x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS Zenfone 10
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 15W
Nothing Phone (3a)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS Zenfone 10 and Nothing Phone (3a), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ASUS Zenfone 10 leads Nothing Phone (3a) by 60.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $370. Nothing Phone (3a) was $370 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ASUS Zenfone 10 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (75/100 vs 60/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS Zenfone 10 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) notably outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 10 (61/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) is a bit better (48/100 vs 38/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ASUS Zenfone 10 is a bit better (61/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS Zenfone 10 or the Nothing Phone (3a)?
The ASUS Zenfone 10 edges out the Nothing Phone (3a) by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the ASUS Zenfone 10 and the Nothing Phone (3a)?
The ASUS Zenfone 10 has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Nothing Phone (3a) — 60/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS Zenfone 10 or the Nothing Phone (3a)?
The Nothing Phone (3a) leads on camera score (61/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS Zenfone 10 or the Nothing Phone (3a)?
The ASUS Zenfone 10 leads on performance (75/100 vs 60/100).
Should you choose the ASUS Zenfone 10 over the Nothing Phone (3a)?
The ASUS Zenfone 10 is a better fit for active users. The Nothing Phone (3a) is a better fit for active users.