Google Pixel 9 vs Nothing Phone (3a)
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Nothing Phone (3a) (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3; launch prices were $799 and $329. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 leads — 69/100 vs 60/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Nothing Phone (3a) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4700); the Google Pixel 9 is faster in AnTuTu (1,561,427 vs 1,050,601).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9
Nothing Phone (3a)
What makes Google Pixel 9 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1561427 vs 1050601
- Better Geekbench Single: 1850 vs 1161
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4900 vs 3390
- Lighter: 198g vs 201g
- Higher performance (73/100 vs 60/100)
- Better camera (75/100 vs 61/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Nothing Phone (3a) better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 27W
- Cheaper at launch: $329 vs $799
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Nothing Phone (3a), the Google Pixel 9 scores 9 points higher (69/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (73/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (75/100 vs 61/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 — 52/100, Nothing Phone (3a) — 56/100; 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 Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (73/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Nothing Phone (3a) are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (75/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (48/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Nothing Phone (3a) are nearly equal (55/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Nothing Phone (3a) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 1050601 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 1161 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 3390 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 2392x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 143 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15 / Nothing OS 3.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 163.5×77.5×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 201 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $329 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Nothing Phone (3a)
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nothing Phone (3a)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2392x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Nothing Phone (3a)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Nothing Phone (3a), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 leads Nothing Phone (3a) by 48.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $470. Nothing Phone (3a) was $470 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (73/100 vs 60/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Nothing Phone (3a) are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (75/100 vs 61/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (48/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Nothing Phone (3a) are nearly equal (55/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Nothing Phone (3a)?
The Google Pixel 9 edges out the Nothing Phone (3a) by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Nothing Phone (3a)?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Nothing Phone (3a) — 60/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Nothing Phone (3a)?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 61/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Nothing Phone (3a)?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on performance (73/100 vs 60/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Nothing Phone (3a)?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users. The Nothing Phone (3a) is a better fit for active users.