Nothing Phone (3a) vs Nubia Z50S Pro
The Nothing Phone (3a) (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3, while the Nubia Z50S Pro (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2; estimated prices are $329 and $662. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nothing Phone (3a) leads — 42/100 vs 37/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Z50S Pro has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 5000); the Nothing Phone (3a) is noticeably lighter (201g vs 228g).
Nothing Phone (3a)
Nubia Z50S Pro
- Lighter: 201g vs 228g
- Cheaper: $329 vs $662
- Higher performance (7/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 51/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (48/100 vs 15/100)
- Better value for money (87/100 vs 64/100)
- Bigger battery: 5100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 45W
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 42/100)
Comparing the Nothing Phone (3a) vs the Nubia Z50S Pro, the Nothing Phone (3a) scores 5 points higher (42/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro leads (54/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) leads (87/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) is a bit better (7/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) is a bit better (58/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro is a bit better (54/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (48/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) notably outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (87/100 vs 64/100).
| Specification | Nothing Phone (3a) | Nubia Z50S Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 1044507 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1162 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3315 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2392x1080 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5100 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 / Nothing OS 3.1 | Android 13, MyOS 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.5×77.5×8.4 mm | 163.9×76.3×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 228 g | |
| Price | $329 | $662 |
Nothing Phone (3a)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Nubia Z50S Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Nothing Phone (3a)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2392x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nubia Z50S Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nothing Phone (3a)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Nubia Z50S Pro
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $333. Nothing Phone (3a) is cheaper by $333.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) is a bit better (7/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) is a bit better (58/100 vs 51/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro is a bit better (54/100 vs 42/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (48/100 vs 15/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) notably outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (87/100 vs 64/100).
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (3a) or the Nubia Z50S Pro?
The Nothing Phone (3a) edges out the Nubia Z50S Pro by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (3a) and the Nubia Z50S Pro?
The Nothing Phone (3a) has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Nubia Z50S Pro — 37/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (3a) or the Nubia Z50S Pro?
The Nothing Phone (3a) leads on camera score (58/100 vs 51/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (3a) or the Nubia Z50S Pro?
The Nothing Phone (3a) leads on performance (7/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nothing Phone (3a) over the Nubia Z50S Pro?
The Nothing Phone (3a) is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Nubia Z50S Pro is a better fit for everyday use.