ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra vs Nothing Phone (3)
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Nothing Phone (3) (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4; launch prices were $999 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nothing Phone (3) leads — 77/100 vs 75/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 5150); the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,247,013 vs 2,371,693); the Nothing Phone (3) is noticeably lighter (198g vs 220g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
Nothing Phone (3)
What makes ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3247013 vs 2371693
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2162
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 6847
- Bigger battery: 5500 vs 5150 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 82/100)
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 63/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 85/100)
What makes Nothing Phone (3) better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 220g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $999
- Better camera (81/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (49/100 vs 38/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra vs the Nothing Phone (3), the Nothing Phone (3) scores 2 points higher (77/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3) leads (81/100 vs 56/100). Value score: ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra — 60/100, 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 12 Ultra is a bit better (92/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 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 12 Ultra (81/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 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 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra | Nothing Phone (3) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 | |
| AnTuTu | 3247013 | 2371693 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 2162 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 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 | |
| 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 15 / ZenUI | Android 15 / Nothing OS 3.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×77.0×8.9 mm | 160.6×75.6×9.0 mm | |
| Weight | 220 g | 198 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $799 |
Camera comparison
ASUS Zenfone 12 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 12 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 12 Ultra
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Nothing Phone (3)
- 5150 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra and Nothing Phone (3), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra leads Nothing Phone (3) by 36.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. Nothing Phone (3) was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra is a bit better (92/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 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 12 Ultra (81/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 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 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra or the Nothing Phone (3)?
The Nothing Phone (3) edges out the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra and the Nothing Phone (3)?
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Nothing Phone (3) — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra or the Nothing Phone (3)?
The Nothing Phone (3) leads on camera score (81/100 vs 56/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra or the Nothing Phone (3)?
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra over the Nothing Phone (3)?
The ASUS Zenfone 12 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.