Nothing Phone (3a) vs Tecno Phantom V Fold2

The Nothing Phone (3a) (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3, while the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads — 73/100 vs 60/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 has the bigger battery (5750 mAh vs 5000); the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is faster in AnTuTu (1,453,683 vs 1,044,507); the Nothing Phone (3a) is noticeably lighter (201g vs 249g).

The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is noticeably better than the Nothing Phone (3a) — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (3a)
Performance 60
Display 79
Camera 61
Battery 48
Portability 54
Value for money 62
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
Performance 73
Display 79
Camera 78
Battery 68
Portability 52
Value for money
What makes Nothing Phone (3a) better?
  • Lighter: 201g vs 249g

  • Better portability (54/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom V Fold2 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1453683 vs 1044507
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1967 vs 1162
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 5401 vs 3315
  • Bigger battery: 5750 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 70W vs 45W

  • Higher performance (73/100 vs 60/100)
  • Better camera (78/100 vs 61/100)
  • Longer battery life (68/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nothing Phone (3a) vs the Tecno Phantom V Fold2, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 scores 13 points higher (73/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads (73/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads (78/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads (68/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is a bit better (73/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100. In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (78/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (68/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) and the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 are nearly equal (54/100 vs 52/100).

Nothing Phone (3a): The Nothing Phone (3a) is a better fit for active users.
Tecno Phantom V Fold2: The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Nothing Phone (3a) Tecno Phantom V Fold2
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 MediaTek Dimensity 9000+
AnTuTu 1044507 1453683
Geekbench Single 1162 1967
Geekbench Multi 3315 5401
Display 6.8" AMOLED 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 2392x1080 2000x2296
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5750 mAh
Charging 45W 70W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 50 MP
Front camera 32 MP 32 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 512GB
OS Android 15 / Nothing OS 3.1 Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades, HiOS 14 Fold
Brightness (peak) 3000 nits 1600 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54 IP54
Dimensions 163.5×77.5×8.4 mm 159.0×140.4×6.1 mm
Weight 201 g 249 g
Launch price $329
Camera comparison
Nothing Phone (3a)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
61
camera
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
78
camera
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (3a)
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2392x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
  • 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2000x2296
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (3a)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
  • 5750 mAh
  • Wired: 70W
  • Wireless: 15W
68
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nothing Phone (3a) and Tecno Phantom V Fold2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nothing Phone (3a) Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3
60/100
1044507 AnTuTu
Tecno Phantom V Fold2 MediaTek Dimensity 9000+
73/100 +28.1%
1453683 AnTuTu

Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads Nothing Phone (3a) by 28.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nothing Phone (3a)
$329
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is a bit better (73/100 vs 60/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (78/100 vs 61/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (68/100 vs 48/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) and the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 are nearly equal (54/100 vs 52/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (3a) or the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is noticeably better than the Nothing Phone (3a) — the overall rating gap is 13 points.

What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (3a) and the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?

The Nothing Phone (3a) has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 — 73/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (3a) or the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 61/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (3a) or the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads on performance (73/100 vs 60/100).

Should you choose the Nothing Phone (3a) over the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?

The Nothing Phone (3a) is a better fit for active users. The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is a better fit for active users.