Nothing Phone (3a) Lite vs OnePlus Ace Racing
The Nothing Phone (3a) Lite (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Pro, while the OnePlus Ace Racing (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8100-Max. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus Ace Racing leads — 34/100 vs 33/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP.
Nothing Phone (3a) Lite
OnePlus Ace Racing
- Higher performance (2/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 43/100)
- Better value for money (93/100 vs 55/100)
- Faster charging: 67W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (40/100 vs 27/100)
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 42/100)
Comparing the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite vs the OnePlus Ace Racing, the OnePlus Ace Racing scores 1 points higher (34/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Ace Racing leads (40/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite leads (93/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite and the OnePlus Ace Racing are nearly equal (2/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Ace Racing is a bit better (40/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace Racing is a bit better (48/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite is a bit better (50/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite significantly outperforms the OnePlus Ace Racing (93/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nothing Phone (3a) Lite | OnePlus Ace Racing | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 8100-Max | |
| AnTuTu | 884207 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2392x1080 | 1080x2412 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 67W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 12, ColorOS 12.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 480 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×78.0×8.3 mm | 164.3×75.8×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | — | 205 g | |
| Price | $249 | — |
Nothing Phone (3a) Lite
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
OnePlus Ace Racing
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Nothing Phone (3a) Lite
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2392x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus Ace Racing
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nothing Phone (3a) Lite
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
OnePlus Ace Racing
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
OnePlus Ace Racing
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite and the OnePlus Ace Racing are nearly equal (2/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Ace Racing is a bit better (40/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace Racing is a bit better (48/100 vs 42/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite is a bit better (50/100 vs 43/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite significantly outperforms the OnePlus Ace Racing (93/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite or the OnePlus Ace Racing?
The OnePlus Ace Racing edges out the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite and the OnePlus Ace Racing?
The Nothing Phone (3a) Lite has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the OnePlus Ace Racing — 34/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite or the OnePlus Ace Racing?
The OnePlus Ace Racing leads on camera score (40/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite over the OnePlus Ace Racing?
The Nothing Phone (3a) Lite is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The OnePlus Ace Racing is a better fit for everyday use.