Google Pixel 11 vs Nothing Phone (3a)
The Google Pixel 11 (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 leads — 77/100 vs 60/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Nothing Phone (3a) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4985); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 11 is faster in AnTuTu (1,933,536 vs 1,050,601).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 11
Nothing Phone (3a)
What makes Google Pixel 11 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1933536 vs 1050601
- Better Geekbench Single: 2755 vs 1161
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7563 vs 3390
- Higher performance (83/100 vs 60/100)
- Better camera (83/100 vs 61/100)
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (56/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Nothing Phone (3a) better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4985 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 201g vs 204g
- Overall rating 60/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 11 vs the Nothing Phone (3a), the Google Pixel 11 scores 17 points higher (77/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11 leads (83/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 11 leads (83/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (83/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11 is a bit better (88/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 11 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (83/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11 is a bit better (53/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 11 and the Nothing Phone (3a) are nearly equal (56/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 11 | Nothing Phone (3a) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Tensor G6 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1933536 | 1050601 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2755 | 1161 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7563 | 3390 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2856 | 2392x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4985 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 154 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 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 | 204 g | 201 g | |
| Launch price | — | $329 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 11
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 13MP
Nothing Phone (3a)
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 11
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 1280x2856
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nothing Phone (3a)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2392x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 11
- 4985 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 15W
Nothing Phone (3a)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 11 and Nothing Phone (3a), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 11 leads Nothing Phone (3a) by 84.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Google Pixel 11
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (83/100 vs 60/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11 is a bit better (88/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 11 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (83/100 vs 61/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11 is a bit better (53/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 11 and the Nothing Phone (3a) are nearly equal (56/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 11 or the Nothing Phone (3a)?
The Google Pixel 11 is noticeably better than the Nothing Phone (3a) — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 11 and the Nothing Phone (3a)?
The Google Pixel 11 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Nothing Phone (3a) — 60/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 11 or the Nothing Phone (3a)?
The Google Pixel 11 leads on camera score (83/100 vs 61/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 11 or the Nothing Phone (3a)?
The Google Pixel 11 leads on performance (83/100 vs 60/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 11 over the Nothing Phone (3a)?
The Google Pixel 11 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Nothing Phone (3a) is a better fit for active users.