Nothing Phone (3a) vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
The Nothing Phone (3a) (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600; launch prices were $329 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads — 66/100 vs 60/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Nothing Phone (3a) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4300); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,113,347 vs 1,050,601); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 201g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (3a)
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
What makes Nothing Phone (3a) better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $329 vs $1099
- Better camera (61/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 37/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3113347 vs 1050601
- Better Geekbench Single: 3235 vs 1161
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10904 vs 3390
- Lighter: 180g vs 201g
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (80/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nothing Phone (3a) vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 scores 6 points higher (66/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (93/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) leads (61/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) leads (48/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Nothing Phone (3a) — 56/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 42/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (93/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Nothing Phone (3a) are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (61/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) is a bit better (48/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (80/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nothing Phone (3a) | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 | Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 1050601 | 3113347 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1161 | 3235 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3390 | 10904 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2392x1080 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / Nothing OS 3.1 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 163.5×77.5×8.4 mm | — | |
| Weight | 201 g | 180 g | |
| Launch price | $329 | $1099 |
Camera comparison
Nothing Phone (3a)
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (3a)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2392x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (3a)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Nothing Phone (3a) and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads Nothing Phone (3a) by 66.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $770. Nothing Phone (3a) was $770 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (93/100 vs 60/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Nothing Phone (3a) are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (61/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) is a bit better (48/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (80/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (3a) or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 edges out the Nothing Phone (3a) by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (3a) and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Nothing Phone (3a) has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (3a) or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Nothing Phone (3a) leads on camera score (61/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (3a) or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (93/100 vs 60/100).
Should you choose the Nothing Phone (3a) over the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Nothing Phone (3a) is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.