Google Pixel 11 Pro XL vs Nothing Phone (3a)
The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL (2026) runs on the Tensor G6, while the Nothing Phone (3a) (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL leads — 79/100 vs 60/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL has the bigger battery (5115 mAh vs 5000); the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL is faster in AnTuTu (1,933,536 vs 1,050,601); the Nothing Phone (3a) is noticeably lighter (201g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 11 Pro XL
Nothing Phone (3a)
What makes Google Pixel 11 Pro XL better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1933536 vs 1050601
- Better Geekbench Single: 2755 vs 1161
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7563 vs 3390
- Bigger battery: 5115 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher performance (83/100 vs 60/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 61/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (86/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Nothing Phone (3a) better?
- Lighter: 201g vs 226g
- Better portability (54/100 vs 33/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL vs the Nothing Phone (3a), the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL scores 19 points higher (79/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL leads (83/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL leads (94/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL leads (61/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (83/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL is a bit better (86/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (94/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL is a bit better (61/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) notably outperforms the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL (54/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 11 Pro XL | Nothing Phone (3a) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Tensor G6 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1933536 | 1050601 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2755 | 1161 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7563 | 3390 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 2392x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5115 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 168 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 15 / Nothing OS 3.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.5×77.5×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 226 g | 201 g | |
| Launch price | — | $329 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 11 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 13MP
Nothing Phone (3a)
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 11 Pro XL
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nothing Phone (3a)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2392x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 11 Pro XL
- 5115 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 25W
Nothing Phone (3a)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 11 Pro XL and Nothing Phone (3a), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 11 Pro XL leads Nothing Phone (3a) by 84.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Google Pixel 11 Pro XL
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (83/100 vs 60/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL is a bit better (86/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (94/100 vs 61/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL is a bit better (61/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) notably outperforms the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL (54/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL or the Nothing Phone (3a)?
The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL is noticeably better than the Nothing Phone (3a) — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL and the Nothing Phone (3a)?
The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the Nothing Phone (3a) — 60/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL or the Nothing Phone (3a)?
The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL leads on camera score (94/100 vs 61/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL or the Nothing Phone (3a)?
The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL leads on performance (83/100 vs 60/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL over the Nothing Phone (3a)?
The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Nothing Phone (3a) is a better fit for active users.