Nothing Phone (3a) vs Poco F8 Ultra
The Nothing Phone (3a) (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3, while the Poco F8 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $329 and $729. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F8 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 60/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F8 Ultra has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Poco F8 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,651,476 vs 1,050,601); the Nothing Phone (3a) is noticeably lighter (201g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (3a)
Poco F8 Ultra
What makes Nothing Phone (3a) better?
- Lighter: 201g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $329 vs $729
- Better portability (54/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Poco F8 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3651476 vs 1050601
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1161
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3390
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 60/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 61/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nothing Phone (3a) vs the Poco F8 Ultra, the Poco F8 Ultra scores 29 points higher (89/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Ultra leads (97/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Ultra leads (90/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Nothing Phone (3a) — 56/100, Poco F8 Ultra — 92/100; 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 Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (97/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, the Poco F8 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Ultra notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (90/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (85/100 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) | Poco F8 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1050601 | 3651476 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1161 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3390 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2392x1080 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / Nothing OS 3.1 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.5×77.5×8.4 mm | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $329 | $729 |
Camera comparison
Nothing Phone (3a)
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Poco F8 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (3a)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2392x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco F8 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (3a)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Poco F8 Ultra
- 6500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:14 hrs, total 32:38 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Nothing Phone (3a) and Poco F8 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco F8 Ultra leads Nothing Phone (3a) by 71.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $400. Nothing Phone (3a) was $400 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (97/100 vs 60/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco F8 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Ultra notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (90/100 vs 61/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (85/100 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 Poco F8 Ultra?
The Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) by 29 points (89/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (3a) and the Poco F8 Ultra?
The Nothing Phone (3a) has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Poco F8 Ultra — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (3a) or the Poco F8 Ultra?
The Poco F8 Ultra leads on camera score (90/100 vs 61/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (3a) or the Poco F8 Ultra?
The Poco F8 Ultra leads on performance (97/100 vs 60/100).
Should you choose the Nothing Phone (3a) over the Poco F8 Ultra?
The Nothing Phone (3a) is a better fit for active users. The Poco F8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.