Nothing Phone (3a) vs OnePlus Nord CE6
The Nothing Phone (3a) (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3, while the OnePlus Nord CE6 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 7s Gen 4; launch prices were $329 and $320. Both devices score the same overall rating of 60/100. Key differences: the OnePlus Nord CE6 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the OnePlus Nord CE6 is faster in AnTuTu (1,145,513 vs 1,050,601).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (3a)
OnePlus Nord CE6
What makes Nothing Phone (3a) better?
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3390 vs 3168
- Lighter: 201g vs 215g
- Better camera (61/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 44/100)
What makes OnePlus Nord CE6 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1145513 vs 1050601
- Better Geekbench Single: 1223 vs 1161
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $320 vs $329
- Higher performance (61/100 vs 60/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
The Nothing Phone (3a) and the OnePlus Nord CE6 received the same MobileRank rating — 60/100. In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) leads (61/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE6 leads (71/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Nothing Phone (3a) — 56/100, OnePlus Nord CE6 — 56/100; 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 Nord CE6 and the Nothing Phone (3a) are nearly equal (61/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord CE6 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE6 (61/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE6 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (71/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) is a bit better (54/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nothing Phone (3a) | OnePlus Nord CE6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 | Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 | |
| AnTuTu | 1050601 | 1145513 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1161 | 1223 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3390 | 3168 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2392x1080 | 1272x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / Nothing OS 3.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 163.5×77.5×8.4 mm | — | |
| Weight | 201 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $329 | $320 |
Camera comparison
Nothing Phone (3a)
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
OnePlus Nord CE6
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (3a)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2392x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus Nord CE6
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (3a)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
OnePlus Nord CE6
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Nothing Phone (3a) and OnePlus Nord CE6, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus Nord CE6 leads Nothing Phone (3a) by 8.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $9. OnePlus Nord CE6 was $9 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord CE6 and the Nothing Phone (3a) are nearly equal (61/100 vs 60/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord CE6 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE6 (61/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE6 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (71/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) is a bit better (54/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (3a) or the OnePlus Nord CE6?
Both devices scored 60/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the OnePlus Nord CE6 (61/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (3a) and the OnePlus Nord CE6?
The Nothing Phone (3a) has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the OnePlus Nord CE6 — 60/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (3a) or the OnePlus Nord CE6?
The Nothing Phone (3a) leads on camera score (61/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Nothing Phone (3a) over the OnePlus Nord CE6?
The Nothing Phone (3a) is a better fit for active users. The OnePlus Nord CE6 is a better fit for active users.