Nokia C31 vs Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
The Nokia C31 (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro leads — 43/100 vs 10/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Nokia C31 has the bigger battery (5050 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C31 doesn't.
Nokia C31
Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
- Bigger battery: 5050 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 200g vs 201g
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 48/100)
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (7/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (62/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (44/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (78/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Nokia C31 vs the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro scores 33 points higher (43/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro leads (62/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro leads (78/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro is a bit better (7/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (62/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro is a bit better (44/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C31 and the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro are nearly equal (50/100 vs 48/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro notably outperforms the Nokia C31 (78/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nokia C31 | Nothing Phone (3a) Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 1063102 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1162 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 3315 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2392x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5050 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 50W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 15 / Nothing OS 3.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.5×77.5×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 201 g | |
| Price | — | $459 |
Nokia C31
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Nokia C31
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2392x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia C31
- 5050 mAh
- No wireless charging
Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 50W
- No wireless charging
Nokia C31
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro is a bit better (7/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (62/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro is a bit better (44/100 vs 37/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia C31 and the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro are nearly equal (50/100 vs 48/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro notably outperforms the Nokia C31 (78/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C31 or the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro?
The Nothing Phone (3a) Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 by 33 points (43/100 vs 10/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C31 and the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro?
The Nokia C31 has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro — 43/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C31 or the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro?
The Nothing Phone (3a) Pro leads on camera score (62/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia C31 or the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro?
The Nothing Phone (3a) Pro leads on performance (7/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C31 over the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro?
The Nokia C31 is a better fit for everyday use. The Nothing Phone (3a) Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.