Nothing Phone (3) vs Xiaomi Black Shark GS3

Comparing the Nothing Phone (3) (2025) and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nothing Phone (3) leads — 61/100 vs 5/100 (a 56-point difference). Key differences: the Nothing Phone (3) has NFC for contactless payments, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 doesn't.

The Nothing Phone (3) significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 by 56 points (61/100 vs 5/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (3)
Performance 43
Display 100
Camera 78
Battery 54
Design 52
Value for money 55
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 0
Design 50
Value for money 55
What makes Nothing Phone (3) better?

  • Higher performance (43/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (78/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (54/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (52/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 better?

  • Overall rating 5/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nothing Phone (3) vs the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3, the Nothing Phone (3) scores 56 points higher (61/100 vs 5/100). In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (3) leads (43/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3) leads (78/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (3) leads (54/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (3) significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (43/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Nothing Phone (3) significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3) significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (78/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (3) significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (54/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Nothing Phone (3) and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Nothing Phone (3): The Nothing Phone (3) is a better fit for everyday use.
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3: The Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nothing Phone (3) Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4
AnTuTu 2306162
Geekbench Single 2162
Geekbench Multi 6847
Display 6.7" AMOLED 1.4" AMOLED
Resolution 2800x1260 466x466
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 5150 mAh
Charging 65W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
Main camera 50 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 50 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 15 / Nothing OS 3.0
Brightness (peak) 4500 nits 600 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 160.6×75.6×9.0 mm
Weight 198 g
Price $799
Camera comparison
Nothing Phone (3)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.88
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 50MP
78
camera
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
  • Main: —
  • Front: —
0
camera
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (3)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2800x1260
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
  • 1.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 466x466
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (3)
  • 5150 mAh
  • Wired: 65W
  • Wireless: 15W
54
battery
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
  • No wireless charging
0
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nothing Phone (3)
$799
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (3) significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (43/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Nothing Phone (3) significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3) significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (78/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (3) significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (54/100 vs 0/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Nothing Phone (3) and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (3) or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?

The Nothing Phone (3) significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 by 56 points (61/100 vs 5/100).

What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (3) and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?

The Nothing Phone (3) has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 — 5/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (3) or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?

The Nothing Phone (3) leads on camera score (78/100 vs 0/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (3) or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?

The Nothing Phone (3) leads on performance (43/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Nothing Phone (3) over the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?

The Nothing Phone (3) is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 is a better fit for everyday use.