Nothing Phone (3) vs ZTE Libero 5G III

The Nothing Phone (3) (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4, while the ZTE Libero 5G III (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Nothing Phone (3) leads — 61/100 vs 7/100 (a 54-point difference). Key differences: the Nothing Phone (3) has the bigger battery (5150 mAh vs 4120); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP.

The Nothing Phone (3) significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III by 54 points (61/100 vs 7/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (3)
Performance 43
Display 100
Camera 78
Battery 54
Design 52
Value for money 55
ZTE Libero 5G III
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 15
Design 41
Value for money 55
What makes Nothing Phone (3) better?
  • Bigger battery: 5150 vs 4120 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Lighter: 198g vs 207g

  • Higher performance (43/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (78/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (54/100 vs 15/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (52/100 vs 41/100)
What makes ZTE Libero 5G III better?

  • Overall rating 7/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nothing Phone (3) vs the ZTE Libero 5G III, the Nothing Phone (3) scores 54 points higher (61/100 vs 7/100). 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 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (3) significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (43/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Nothing Phone (3) significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3) significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (78/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (3) significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (54/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Nothing Phone (3) is a bit better (52/100 vs 41/100). 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.
ZTE Libero 5G III: The ZTE Libero 5G III is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nothing Phone (3) ZTE Libero 5G III
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 MediaTek Dimensity 700 ()
AnTuTu 2306162
Geekbench Single 2162
Geekbench Multi 6847
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.7" OLED
Resolution 2800x1260 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 5150 mAh 4120 mAh
Charging 65W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
Main camera 50 MP 13 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 50 MP 8 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 64GB
OS Android 15 / Nothing OS 3.0 Android 12 Snow Cone
Brightness (peak) 4500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 160.6×75.6×9.0 mm 78.0×168.0×9.1 mm
Weight 198 g 207 g
Price $799
Camera comparison
Nothing Phone (3)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.88
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 50MP
78
camera
ZTE Libero 5G III
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 8MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (3)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2800x1260
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
ZTE Libero 5G III
  • 6.7" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (3)
  • 5150 mAh
  • Wired: 65W
  • Wireless: 15W
54
battery
ZTE Libero 5G III
  • 4120 mAh
  • No wireless charging
15
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nothing Phone (3)
$799
ZTE Libero 5G III
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (3) significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (43/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Nothing Phone (3) significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3) significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (78/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (3) significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (54/100 vs 15/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Nothing Phone (3) is a bit better (52/100 vs 41/100).

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 ZTE Libero 5G III?

The Nothing Phone (3) significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III by 54 points (61/100 vs 7/100).

What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (3) and the ZTE Libero 5G III?

The Nothing Phone (3) has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the ZTE Libero 5G III — 7/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (3) or the ZTE Libero 5G III?

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

Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (3) or the ZTE Libero 5G III?

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

Should you choose the Nothing Phone (3) over the ZTE Libero 5G III?

The Nothing Phone (3) is a better fit for everyday use. The ZTE Libero 5G III is a better fit for everyday use.