Nothing Phone (3a) vs Tecno Phantom V Fold
The Nothing Phone (3a) (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3, while the Tecno Phantom V Fold (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads — 64/100 vs 60/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Phantom V Fold is faster in AnTuTu (1,540,240 vs 1,050,601); the Nothing Phone (3a) is noticeably lighter (201g vs 299g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (3a)
Tecno Phantom V Fold
What makes Nothing Phone (3a) better?
- Lighter: 201g vs 299g
- Better camera (61/100 vs 58/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 47/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom V Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1540240 vs 1050601
- Better Geekbench Single: 1967 vs 1161
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5401 vs 3390
- Higher performance (74/100 vs 60/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nothing Phone (3a) vs the Tecno Phantom V Fold, the Tecno Phantom V Fold scores 4 points higher (64/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (74/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold is a bit better (74/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100. In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) and the Tecno Phantom V Fold are nearly equal (61/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 48/100. In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) is a bit better (54/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nothing Phone (3a) | Tecno Phantom V Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 | MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ | |
| AnTuTu | 1050601 | 1540240 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1161 | 1967 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3390 | 5401 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2392x1080 | 2000x2296 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / Nothing OS 3.1 | Android 13, HiOS 13 Fold | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.5×77.5×8.4 mm | — | |
| Weight | 201 g | 299 g | |
| Launch price | $329 | — |
Camera comparison
Nothing Phone (3a)
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (3a)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2392x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2000x2296
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (3a)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Nothing Phone (3a) and Tecno Phantom V Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Phantom V Fold leads Nothing Phone (3a) by 31.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Tecno Phantom V Fold
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold is a bit better (74/100 vs 60/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) and the Tecno Phantom V Fold are nearly equal (61/100 vs 58/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 48/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) is a bit better (54/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (3a) or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold 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 Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Nothing Phone (3a) has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Tecno Phantom V Fold — 64/100.
Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (3a) or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on performance (74/100 vs 60/100).
Should you choose the Nothing Phone (3a) over the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Nothing Phone (3a) is a better fit for active users. The Tecno Phantom V Fold is a better fit for active users.