Nothing Phone (3a) Lite vs Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro

The Nothing Phone (3a) Lite (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Pro, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. Both devices score the same overall rating of 33/100. Key differences: the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro doesn't.

Both devices scored the same rating of 33/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (3a) Lite
Performance 2
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 42
Design 50
Value for money 93
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 37
Battery 37
Design 81
Value for money 55
What makes Nothing Phone (3a) Lite better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4600 mAh

  • Higher performance (2/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (42/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better value for money (93/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro better?
  • Faster charging: 66W vs 45W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (81/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

The Nothing Phone (3a) Lite and the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro received the same MobileRank rating — 33/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads (37/100 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 Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro 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 Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite is a bit better (42/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite (81/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (93/100 vs 55/100).

Nothing Phone (3a) Lite: The Nothing Phone (3a) Lite is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro: The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nothing Phone (3a) Lite Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Pro MediaTek Dimensity 7200
AnTuTu 884207
Geekbench Single 1011
Geekbench Multi 2813
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2392x1080 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4600 mAh
Charging 45W 66W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Front camera 16 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 15 Android 13, planned upgrade to Android 14, Funtouch 14
Brightness (peak) 3000 nits 1300 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 164.0×78.0×8.3 mm 164.1×74.8×7.4 mm
Weight 175 g
Price $249
Camera comparison
Nothing Phone (3a) Lite
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (3a) Lite
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2392x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (3a) Lite
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
  • 4600 mAh
  • Wired: 66W
  • No wireless charging
37
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nothing Phone (3a) Lite
$249
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite and the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro 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 Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite is a bit better (42/100 vs 37/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite (81/100 vs 50/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (93/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite or the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?

Both devices scored 33/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite.

What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite and the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?

The Nothing Phone (3a) Lite has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro — 33/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite or the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads on camera score (37/100 vs 27/100).

Should you choose the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite over the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?

The Nothing Phone (3a) Lite is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.