Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Nothing Phone (3)
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Nothing Phone (3) (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4; launch prices were $1099 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nothing Phone (3) leads — 77/100 vs 74/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Nothing Phone (3) has the bigger battery (5150 mAh vs 5060); the Nothing Phone (3) is faster in AnTuTu (2,371,693 vs 1,672,795); the Nothing Phone (3) is noticeably lighter (198g vs 221g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Nothing Phone (3)
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro XL better?
- Faster wireless charging: 23W vs 15W
- Better camera (88/100 vs 81/100)
- Better display (86/100 vs 85/100)
What makes Nothing Phone (3) better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2371693 vs 1672795
- Better Geekbench Single: 2162 vs 1900
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6847 vs 5200
- Bigger battery: 5150 vs 5060 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 37W
- Lighter: 198g vs 221g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $1099
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 74/100)
- Longer battery life (63/100 vs 57/100)
- Better portability (49/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs the Nothing Phone (3), the Nothing Phone (3) scores 3 points higher (77/100 vs 74/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 Pro XL — 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 Nothing Phone (3) is a bit better (82/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Nothing Phone (3) are nearly equal (86/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (88/100 vs 81/100). In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (3) is a bit better (63/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (3) is a bit better (49/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL | Nothing Phone (3) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 | |
| AnTuTu | 1672795 | 2371693 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1900 | 2162 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5200 | 6847 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5060 mAh | 5150 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | 65W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 160 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15 / Nothing OS 3.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | 160.6×75.6×9.0 mm | |
| Weight | 221 g | 198 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Nothing Phone (3)
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nothing Phone (3)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 5060 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Nothing Phone (3)
- 5150 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and Nothing Phone (3), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nothing Phone (3) leads Google Pixel 9 Pro XL by 29.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $300. Nothing Phone (3) was $300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (3) is a bit better (82/100 vs 74/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Nothing Phone (3) are nearly equal (86/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (88/100 vs 81/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (3) is a bit better (63/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (3) is a bit better (49/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Nothing Phone (3)?
The Nothing Phone (3) edges out the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Nothing Phone (3)?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Nothing Phone (3) — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Nothing Phone (3)?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on camera score (88/100 vs 81/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Nothing Phone (3)?
The Nothing Phone (3) leads on performance (82/100 vs 74/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL over the Nothing Phone (3)?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Nothing Phone (3) is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.