Nothing Phone (3a) vs OnePlus 13
The Nothing Phone (3a) (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3, while the OnePlus 13 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $329 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 13 leads — 84/100 vs 60/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 13 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the OnePlus 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,145,582 vs 1,050,601).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (3a)
OnePlus 13
What makes Nothing Phone (3a) better?
- Lighter: 201g vs 213g
- Cheaper at launch: $329 vs $899
- Better portability (54/100 vs 46/100)
What makes OnePlus 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3145582 vs 1050601
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 1161
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9700 vs 3390
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 60/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 61/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nothing Phone (3a) vs the OnePlus 13, the OnePlus 13 scores 24 points higher (84/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (92/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (78/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (83/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Nothing Phone (3a) — 56/100, OnePlus 13 — 80/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (92/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13 is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (78/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (83/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) is a bit better (54/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nothing Phone (3a) | OnePlus 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1050601 | 3145582 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1161 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3390 | 9700 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2392x1080 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 / Nothing OS 3.1 | Android 15 / OxygenOS 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.5×77.5×8.4 mm | 162.9×76.5×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | $329 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Nothing Phone (3a)
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
OnePlus 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (3a)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2392x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (3a)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
OnePlus 13
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:42 hrs, total 31:17 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Nothing Phone (3a) and OnePlus 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 13 leads Nothing Phone (3a) by 66.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $570. Nothing Phone (3a) was $570 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (92/100 vs 60/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13 is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (78/100 vs 61/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (83/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) is a bit better (54/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (3a) or the OnePlus 13?
The OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) by 24 points (84/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (3a) and the OnePlus 13?
The Nothing Phone (3a) has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the OnePlus 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (3a) or the OnePlus 13?
The OnePlus 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 61/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (3a) or the OnePlus 13?
The OnePlus 13 leads on performance (92/100 vs 60/100).
Should you choose the Nothing Phone (3a) over the OnePlus 13?
The Nothing Phone (3a) is a better fit for active users. The OnePlus 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.