Nothing Phone (3a) vs Redmi K70
The Nothing Phone (3a) (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3, while the Redmi K70 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $329 and $320. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K70 leads — 64/100 vs 60/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K70 is faster in AnTuTu (1,757,044 vs 1,050,601).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (3a)
Redmi K70
What makes Nothing Phone (3a) better?
- Lighter: 201g vs 209g
- Better camera (61/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Redmi K70 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1757044 vs 1050601
- Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 1161
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5311 vs 3390
- Faster charging: 120W vs 45W
- Cheaper at launch: $320 vs $329
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 60/100)
- Longer battery life (64/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nothing Phone (3a) vs the Redmi K70, the Redmi K70 scores 4 points higher (64/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K70 leads (76/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) leads (61/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K70 leads (64/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Nothing Phone (3a) — 56/100, Redmi K70 — 64/100; 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 Redmi K70 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (76/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K70 is a bit better (90/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) notably outperforms the Redmi K70 (61/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K70 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (64/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) and the Redmi K70 are nearly equal (54/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nothing Phone (3a) | Redmi K70 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 1050601 | 1757044 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1161 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3390 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2392x1080 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 / Nothing OS 3.1 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.5×77.5×8.4 mm | 160.9×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $329 | $320 |
Camera comparison
Nothing Phone (3a)
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K70
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (3a)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2392x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K70
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (3a)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K70
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Nothing Phone (3a) and Redmi K70, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K70 leads Nothing Phone (3a) by 40.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $9. Redmi K70 was $9 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K70 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (76/100 vs 60/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K70 is a bit better (90/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) notably outperforms the Redmi K70 (61/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K70 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (64/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) and the Redmi K70 are nearly equal (54/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (3a) or the Redmi K70?
The Redmi K70 edges out the Nothing Phone (3a) by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (3a) and the Redmi K70?
The Nothing Phone (3a) has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Redmi K70 — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (3a) or the Redmi K70?
The Nothing Phone (3a) leads on camera score (61/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (3a) or the Redmi K70?
The Redmi K70 leads on performance (76/100 vs 60/100).
Should you choose the Nothing Phone (3a) over the Redmi K70?
The Nothing Phone (3a) is a better fit for active users. The Redmi K70 is a better fit for active users.