ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra vs Nothing Phone (3)
The ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra (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 $899 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nothing Phone (3) leads — 77/100 vs 73/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 5150); the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,444,132 vs 2,371,693); the Nothing Phone (3) is noticeably lighter (198g vs 224g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra
Nothing Phone (3)
What makes ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2444132 vs 2371693
- Better Geekbench Single: 2203 vs 2162
- Bigger battery: 5500 vs 5150 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (83/100 vs 82/100)
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 63/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 85/100)
What makes Nothing Phone (3) better?
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6847 vs 6511
- Lighter: 198g vs 224g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $899
- Better camera (81/100 vs 61/100)
- Better portability (49/100 vs 36/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra vs the Nothing Phone (3), the Nothing Phone (3) scores 4 points higher (77/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3) leads (81/100 vs 61/100). Value score: ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra — 58/100, 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, the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra and the Nothing Phone (3) are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra 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 Zenfone 11 Ultra (81/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra and the Nothing Phone (3) are nearly equal (66/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (3) is a bit better (49/100 vs 36/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra | Nothing Phone (3) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 | |
| AnTuTu | 2444132 | 2371693 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 2162 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 6847 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 5150 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 65W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 125 | — | |
| 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 / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 / ZenUI | 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 | 224 g | 198 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | $799 |
Camera comparison
ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra
- 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 Zenfone 11 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Nothing Phone (3)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Nothing Phone (3)
- 5150 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra and Nothing Phone (3), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra leads Nothing Phone (3) by 3.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. Nothing Phone (3) was $100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra and the Nothing Phone (3) are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra 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 Zenfone 11 Ultra (81/100 vs 61/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra and the Nothing Phone (3) are nearly equal (66/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (3) is a bit better (49/100 vs 36/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra or the Nothing Phone (3)?
The Nothing Phone (3) edges out the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra and the Nothing Phone (3)?
The ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Nothing Phone (3) — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra or the Nothing Phone (3)?
The Nothing Phone (3) leads on camera score (81/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra over the Nothing Phone (3)?
The ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra 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.