Nothing Phone (3a) Pro vs Vivo iQOO Z11

The Nothing Phone (3a) Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3, while the Vivo iQOO Z11 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500; estimated prices are $459 and $290. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z11 leads — 51/100 vs 43/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z11 has the bigger battery (9020 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO Z11 is faster in AnTuTu (2,612,264 vs 1,063,102); the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro is noticeably lighter (201g vs 228g).

The Vivo iQOO Z11 edges out the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
Performance 7
Display 100
Camera 62
Battery 44
Design 48
Value for money 78
Vivo iQOO Z11
Performance 41
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 77
Design 15
Value for money 90
What makes Nothing Phone (3a) Pro better?
  • Lighter: 201g vs 228g

  • Better camera (62/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (48/100 vs 15/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z11 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2612264 vs 1063102
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1553 vs 1162
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 3315
  • Bigger battery: 9020 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 50W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
  • Cheaper: $290 vs $459

  • Higher performance (41/100 vs 7/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 44/100)
  • Better value for money (90/100 vs 78/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro vs the Vivo iQOO Z11, the Vivo iQOO Z11 scores 8 points higher (51/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 leads (41/100 vs 7/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro leads (62/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 leads (77/100 vs 44/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 leads (90/100 vs 78/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro (41/100 vs 7/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (62/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro (77/100 vs 44/100). In the "design" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (48/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 is a bit better (90/100 vs 78/100).

Nothing Phone (3a) Pro: The Nothing Phone (3a) Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z11: The Vivo iQOO Z11 is a better fit for those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Nothing Phone (3a) Pro Vivo iQOO Z11
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 MediaTek Dimensity 8500
AnTuTu 1063102 2612264
Geekbench Single 1162 1553
Geekbench Multi 3315 6403
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2392x1080 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 165 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 9020 mAh
Charging 50W 90W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 50 MP 16 MP
RAM 12GB 8GB / 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 15 / Nothing OS 3.1 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3000 nits 5000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54 IP68
Dimensions 163.5×77.5×8.4 mm 163.7×76.2×8.3 mm
Weight 201 g 228 g
Price $459 $290
Camera comparison
Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 50MP
62
camera
Vivo iQOO Z11
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2392x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z11
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 50W
  • No wireless charging
44
battery
Vivo iQOO Z11
  • 9020 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nothing Phone (3a) Pro and Vivo iQOO Z11, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nothing Phone (3a) Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3
43/100
1063102 AnTuTu
Vivo iQOO Z11 MediaTek Dimensity 8500
51/100 +59.3%
2612264 AnTuTu

Vivo iQOO Z11 leads Nothing Phone (3a) Pro by 59.3% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
$459
Vivo iQOO Z11
$290

Price difference: $169. Vivo iQOO Z11 is cheaper by $169.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro (41/100 vs 7/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (62/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro (77/100 vs 44/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (48/100 vs 15/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 is a bit better (90/100 vs 78/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro or the Vivo iQOO Z11?

The Vivo iQOO Z11 edges out the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro and the Vivo iQOO Z11?

The Nothing Phone (3a) Pro has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Vivo iQOO Z11 — 51/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro or the Vivo iQOO Z11?

The Nothing Phone (3a) Pro leads on camera score (62/100 vs 27/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro or the Vivo iQOO Z11?

The Vivo iQOO Z11 leads on performance (41/100 vs 7/100).

Should you choose the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro over the Vivo iQOO Z11?

The Nothing Phone (3a) Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z11 is a better fit for those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.