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.
Nothing Phone (3a) Lite
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- 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)
- 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)
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).
| 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 | — |
Nothing Phone (3a) Lite
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Nothing Phone (3a) Lite
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2392x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nothing Phone (3a) Lite
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
Price unknownperformance
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).
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.