Google Pixel 9 vs Nothing Phone (3)
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Nothing Phone (3) (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4; launch prices were $799 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nothing Phone (3) leads — 77/100 vs 69/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Nothing Phone (3) has the bigger battery (5150 mAh vs 4700); the Nothing Phone (3) is faster in AnTuTu (2,371,693 vs 1,561,427).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9
Nothing Phone (3)
What makes Google Pixel 9 better?
- Better portability (55/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Nothing Phone (3) better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2371693 vs 1561427
- Better Geekbench Single: 2162 vs 1850
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6847 vs 4900
- Bigger battery: 5150 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 27W
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 73/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (63/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Nothing Phone (3), the Nothing Phone (3) scores 8 points higher (77/100 vs 69/100). In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (3) leads (63/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 — 52/100, 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 73/100). In the "display" category, the Nothing Phone (3) and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3) is a bit better (81/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (3) notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (63/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (55/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Nothing Phone (3) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 2371693 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 2162 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 6847 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 5150 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 65W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 143 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15 / Nothing OS 3.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 160.6×75.6×9.0 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 198 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Nothing Phone (3)
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nothing Phone (3)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Nothing Phone (3)
- 5150 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Nothing Phone (3), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nothing Phone (3) leads Google Pixel 9 by 34.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $0. Same launch price.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (3) is a bit better (82/100 vs 73/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nothing Phone (3) and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3) is a bit better (81/100 vs 75/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (3) notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (63/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (55/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Nothing Phone (3)?
The Nothing Phone (3) edges out the Google Pixel 9 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Nothing Phone (3)?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Nothing Phone (3) — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Nothing Phone (3)?
The Nothing Phone (3) leads on camera score (81/100 vs 75/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Nothing Phone (3)?
The Nothing Phone (3) leads on performance (82/100 vs 73/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Nothing Phone (3)?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users. The Nothing Phone (3) is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.