Nothing Phone (3a) Pro vs Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
Comparing the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro (2025) and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro leads — 43/100 vs 5/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 doesn't.
Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- Higher performance (7/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (62/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (44/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (78/100 vs 55/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 48/100)
Comparing the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro vs the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro scores 38 points higher (43/100 vs 5/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro leads (62/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro leads (44/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro leads (78/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro is a bit better (7/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (62/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (44/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 and the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro are nearly equal (50/100 vs 48/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (78/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nothing Phone (3a) Pro | Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 | — | |
| AnTuTu | 1063102 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1162 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3315 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 1.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2392x1080 | 466x466 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | — | |
| Charging | 50W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | — | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | — | |
| RAM | 12GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB | — | |
| OS | Android 15 / Nothing OS 3.1 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.5×77.5×8.4 mm | — | |
| Weight | 201 g | — | |
| Price | $459 | — |
Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- Main: —
- Front: —
Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2392x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- 1.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 466x466
- Refresh rate: —
Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 50W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- —
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro is a bit better (7/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (62/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (44/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 and the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro are nearly equal (50/100 vs 48/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (78/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Nothing Phone (3a) Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 by 38 points (43/100 vs 5/100).
What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Nothing Phone (3a) Pro has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 — 5/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Nothing Phone (3a) Pro leads on camera score (62/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Nothing Phone (3a) Pro leads on performance (7/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro over the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Nothing Phone (3a) Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 is a better fit for everyday use.