Nothing Phone (3a) vs Vivo iQOO Z11
The Nothing Phone (3a) (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3, while the Vivo iQOO Z11 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500; launch prices were $329 and $290. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z11 leads — 65/100 vs 60/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z11 has the bigger battery (9020 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO Z11 is faster in AnTuTu (2,120,347 vs 1,050,601); the Nothing Phone (3a) is noticeably lighter (201g vs 228g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (3a)
Vivo iQOO Z11
What makes Nothing Phone (3a) better?
- Lighter: 201g vs 228g
- Better camera (61/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z11 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2120347 vs 1050601
- Better Geekbench Single: 1555 vs 1161
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6405 vs 3390
- Bigger battery: 9020 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $290 vs $329
- Higher performance (77/100 vs 60/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nothing Phone (3a) vs the Vivo iQOO Z11, the Vivo iQOO Z11 scores 5 points higher (65/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 leads (77/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) leads (61/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 leads (78/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Nothing Phone (3a) — 56/100, Vivo iQOO Z11 — 70/100; 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 Vivo iQOO Z11 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (77/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (61/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (78/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) is a bit better (54/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nothing Phone (3a) | Vivo iQOO Z11 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1050601 | 2120347 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1161 | 1555 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3390 | 6405 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2392x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9020 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / Nothing OS 3.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.5×77.5×8.4 mm | 163.7×76.2×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 228 g | |
| Launch price | $329 | $290 |
Camera comparison
Nothing Phone (3a)
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO Z11
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (3a)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2392x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z11
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (3a)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z11
- 9020 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Nothing Phone (3a) and Vivo iQOO Z11, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Z11 leads Nothing Phone (3a) by 50.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $39. Vivo iQOO Z11 was $39 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (77/100 vs 60/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (61/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (78/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) is a bit better (54/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (3a) or the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Vivo iQOO Z11 edges out the Nothing Phone (3a) by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (3a) and the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Nothing Phone (3a) has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Vivo iQOO Z11 — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (3a) or the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Nothing Phone (3a) leads on camera score (61/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (3a) or the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Vivo iQOO Z11 leads on performance (77/100 vs 60/100).
Should you choose the Nothing Phone (3a) over the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Nothing Phone (3a) is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO Z11 is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life.