Nothing Phone (3a) vs OnePlus Ace 2
The Nothing Phone (3a) (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3, while the OnePlus Ace 2 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. Both devices score the same overall rating of 60/100. Key differences: the OnePlus Ace 2 is faster in AnTuTu (1,481,118 vs 1,050,601).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (3a)
OnePlus Ace 2
What makes Nothing Phone (3a) better?
- Lighter: 201g vs 204g
- Better camera (61/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 49/100)
What makes OnePlus Ace 2 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1481118 vs 1050601
- Better Geekbench Single: 1761 vs 1161
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4688 vs 3390
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher performance (71/100 vs 60/100)
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
The Nothing Phone (3a) and the OnePlus Ace 2 received the same MobileRank rating — 60/100. In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 2 leads (71/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) leads (61/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 2 leads (60/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 2 is a bit better (71/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Ace 2 is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) notably outperforms the OnePlus Ace 2 (61/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 2 is a bit better (60/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) is a bit better (54/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nothing Phone (3a) | OnePlus Ace 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 1050601 | 1481118 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1161 | 1761 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3390 | 4688 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2392x1080 | 1240x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / Nothing OS 3.1 | Android 13, ColorOS 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.5×77.5×8.4 mm | 163.4×74.3×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 204 g | |
| Launch price | $329 | — |
Camera comparison
Nothing Phone (3a)
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
OnePlus Ace 2
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (3a)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2392x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus Ace 2
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1240x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (3a)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
OnePlus Ace 2
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Nothing Phone (3a) and OnePlus Ace 2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus Ace 2 leads Nothing Phone (3a) by 29.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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OnePlus Ace 2
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 2 is a bit better (71/100 vs 60/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Ace 2 is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) notably outperforms the OnePlus Ace 2 (61/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 2 is a bit better (60/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) is a bit better (54/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (3a) or the OnePlus Ace 2?
Both devices scored 60/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the OnePlus Ace 2 (71/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (3a) and the OnePlus Ace 2?
The Nothing Phone (3a) has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the OnePlus Ace 2 — 60/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (3a) or the OnePlus Ace 2?
The Nothing Phone (3a) leads on camera score (61/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (3a) or the OnePlus Ace 2?
The OnePlus Ace 2 leads on performance (71/100 vs 60/100).
Should you choose the Nothing Phone (3a) over the OnePlus Ace 2?
The Nothing Phone (3a) is a better fit for active users. The OnePlus Ace 2 is a better fit for active users.