Nothing Phone (3a) vs OnePlus Ace Racing
The Nothing Phone (3a) (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3, while the OnePlus Ace Racing (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8100-Max. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nothing Phone (3a) leads — 42/100 vs 34/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP.
Nothing Phone (3a)
OnePlus Ace Racing
- Lighter: 201g vs 205g
- Higher performance (7/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 40/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (48/100 vs 43/100)
- Better value for money (87/100 vs 55/100)
- Faster charging: 67W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 42/100)
Comparing the Nothing Phone (3a) vs the OnePlus Ace Racing, the Nothing Phone (3a) scores 8 points higher (42/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) leads (58/100 vs 40/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) leads (87/100 vs 55/100). 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) notably outperforms the OnePlus Ace Racing (58/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace Racing is a bit better (48/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) is a bit better (48/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) significantly outperforms the OnePlus Ace Racing (87/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nothing Phone (3a) | OnePlus Ace Racing | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 | MediaTek Dimensity 8100-Max | |
| AnTuTu | 1044507 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1162 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3315 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2392x1080 | 1080x2412 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 67W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / Nothing OS 3.1 | Android 12, ColorOS 12.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 480 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.5×77.5×8.4 mm | 164.3×75.8×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 205 g | |
| Price | $329 | — |
Nothing Phone (3a)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
OnePlus Ace Racing
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Nothing Phone (3a)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2392x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus Ace Racing
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nothing Phone (3a)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
OnePlus Ace Racing
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
OnePlus Ace Racing
Price unknownperformance
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) notably outperforms the OnePlus Ace Racing (58/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace Racing is a bit better (48/100 vs 42/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) is a bit better (48/100 vs 43/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) significantly outperforms the OnePlus Ace Racing (87/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (3a) or the OnePlus Ace Racing?
The Nothing Phone (3a) edges out the OnePlus Ace Racing by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (3a) and the OnePlus Ace Racing?
The Nothing Phone (3a) has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the OnePlus Ace Racing — 34/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (3a) or the OnePlus Ace Racing?
The Nothing Phone (3a) leads on camera score (58/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (3a) or the OnePlus Ace Racing?
The Nothing Phone (3a) leads on performance (7/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nothing Phone (3a) over the OnePlus Ace Racing?
The Nothing Phone (3a) is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The OnePlus Ace Racing is a better fit for everyday use.