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 (1,520,690 vs 1,044,507); the Poco X6 Pro is noticeably lighter (186g vs 201g).

Both devices scored the same rating of 60/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (3a)
Performance 60
Display 79
Camera 61
Battery 48
Portability 54
Value for money 62
Poco X6 Pro
Performance 67
Display 83
Camera 43
Battery 53
Portability 64
Value for money 62
What makes Nothing Phone (3a) better?

  • Better camera (61/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Poco X6 Pro better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1520690 vs 1044507
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1239 vs 1162
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 4265 vs 3315
  • 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) — 62/100, Poco X6 Pro — 62/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. 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).

Nothing Phone (3a): The Nothing Phone (3a) is a better fit for active users.
Poco X6 Pro: The Poco X6 Pro is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Nothing Phone (3a) Poco X6 Pro
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 MediaTek Dimensity 8300 Ultra
AnTuTu 1044507 1520690
Geekbench Single 1162 1239
Geekbench Multi 3315 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/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
61
camera
Poco X6 Pro
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
43
camera
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (3a)
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2392x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
Poco X6 Pro
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2712x1220
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
83
display
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (3a)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Poco X6 Pro
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • No wireless charging
53
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nothing Phone (3a) and Poco X6 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nothing Phone (3a) Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3
60/100
1044507 AnTuTu
Poco X6 Pro MediaTek Dimensity 8300 Ultra
60/100 +31.3%
1520690 AnTuTu

Poco X6 Pro leads Nothing Phone (3a) by 31.3% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nothing Phone (3a)
$329
Poco X6 Pro
$299

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.

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.