Nothing Phone (3a) vs Poco X6 Pro
The Nothing Phone (3a) (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3, while the Poco X6 Pro (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8300 Ultra; launch prices were $329 and $299. Both devices score the same overall rating of 60/100. Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Poco X6 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,525,486 vs 1,050,601); the Poco X6 Pro is noticeably lighter (186g vs 201g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (3a)
Poco X6 Pro
What makes Nothing Phone (3a) better?
- Better camera (61/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Poco X6 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1525486 vs 1050601
- Better Geekbench Single: 1239 vs 1161
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4265 vs 3390
- Faster charging: 67W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 186g vs 201g
- Cheaper at launch: $299 vs $329
- Higher performance (67/100 vs 60/100)
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
The Nothing Phone (3a) and the Poco X6 Pro received the same MobileRank rating — 60/100. In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) leads (61/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Nothing Phone (3a) — 56/100, Poco X6 Pro — 58/100; 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 X6 Pro is a bit better (67/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X6 Pro and the Nothing Phone (3a) are nearly equal (83/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) notably outperforms the Poco X6 Pro (61/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X6 Pro is a bit better (53/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X6 Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nothing Phone (3a) | Poco X6 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 | MediaTek Dimensity 8300 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 1050601 | 1525486 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1161 | 1239 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3390 | 4265 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2392x1080 | 2712x1220 | |
| 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 | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / Nothing OS 3.1 | Android 14 / HyperOS | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 163.5×77.5×8.4 mm | 160.5×74.3×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 186 g | |
| Launch price | $329 | $299 |
Camera comparison
Nothing Phone (3a)
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Poco X6 Pro
- Main: 64MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (3a)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2392x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X6 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (3a)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Poco X6 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Nothing Phone (3a) and Poco X6 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X6 Pro leads Nothing Phone (3a) by 31.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $30. Poco X6 Pro was $30 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X6 Pro is a bit better (67/100 vs 60/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X6 Pro and the Nothing Phone (3a) are nearly equal (83/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) notably outperforms the Poco X6 Pro (61/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X6 Pro is a bit better (53/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X6 Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (3a) or the Poco X6 Pro?
Both devices scored 60/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Poco X6 Pro (67/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (3a) and the Poco X6 Pro?
The Nothing Phone (3a) has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Poco X6 Pro — 60/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (3a) or the Poco X6 Pro?
The Nothing Phone (3a) leads on camera score (61/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (3a) or the Poco X6 Pro?
The Poco X6 Pro leads on performance (67/100 vs 60/100).
Should you choose the Nothing Phone (3a) over the Poco X6 Pro?
The Nothing Phone (3a) is a better fit for active users. The Poco X6 Pro is a better fit for active users.