Google Pixel 11a vs Nothing Phone (3)
The Google Pixel 11a (2026) runs on the Google Tensor G6, while the Nothing Phone (3) (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nothing Phone (3) leads — 77/100 vs 65/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Nothing Phone (3) has the bigger battery (5150 mAh vs 5100); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Nothing Phone (3) is faster in AnTuTu (2,371,693 vs 1,933,536).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 11a
Nothing Phone (3)
What makes Google Pixel 11a better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 2755 vs 2162
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7563 vs 6847
- Higher performance (83/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Nothing Phone (3) better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2371693 vs 1933536
- Bigger battery: 5150 vs 5100 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 15W vs 10W
- Better camera (81/100 vs 36/100)
- Longer battery life (63/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 11a vs the Nothing Phone (3), the Nothing Phone (3) scores 12 points higher (77/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3) leads (81/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a and the Nothing Phone (3) are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Nothing Phone (3) and the Google Pixel 11a are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3) significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 11a (81/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (3) is a bit better (63/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 11a | Nothing Phone (3) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G6 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 | |
| AnTuTu | 1933536 | 2371693 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2755 | 2162 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7563 | 6847 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2424 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 5150 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 65W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | — | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 15 / Nothing OS 3.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3350 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 160.6×75.6×9.0 mm | |
| Weight | — | 198 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: —
Nothing Phone (3)
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2424
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nothing Phone (3)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 11a
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 10W
Nothing Phone (3)
- 5150 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 11a and Nothing Phone (3), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nothing Phone (3) leads Google Pixel 11a by 18.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Google Pixel 11a
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a and the Nothing Phone (3) are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nothing Phone (3) and the Google Pixel 11a are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3) significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 11a (81/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (3) is a bit better (63/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 11a or the Nothing Phone (3)?
The Nothing Phone (3) is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 11a — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 11a and the Nothing Phone (3)?
The Google Pixel 11a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Nothing Phone (3) — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 11a or the Nothing Phone (3)?
The Nothing Phone (3) leads on camera score (81/100 vs 36/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 11a over the Nothing Phone (3)?
The Google Pixel 11a 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.