Nothing Phone (3a) vs Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
The Nothing Phone (3a) (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nothing Phone (3a) leads — 42/100 vs 33/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Nothing Phone (3a) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Nothing Phone (3a) has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is noticeably lighter (175g vs 201g).
Nothing Phone (3a)
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4600 mAh
- Higher performance (7/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 37/100)
- Better value for money (87/100 vs 55/100)
- Faster charging: 66W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 175g vs 201g
- Better design/ergonomics (81/100 vs 48/100)
Comparing the Nothing Phone (3a) vs the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro, the Nothing Phone (3a) scores 9 points higher (42/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) leads (58/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) leads (87/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) is a bit better (7/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (58/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) is a bit better (42/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (81/100 vs 48/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (87/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nothing Phone (3a) | Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 1044507 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1162 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3315 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2392x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 66W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / Nothing OS 3.1 | Android 13, planned upgrade to Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.5×77.5×8.4 mm | 164.1×74.8×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 175 g | |
| Price | $329 | — |
Nothing Phone (3a)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Nothing Phone (3a)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2392x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nothing Phone (3a)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) is a bit better (7/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (58/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) is a bit better (42/100 vs 37/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (81/100 vs 48/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (87/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (3a) or the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Nothing Phone (3a) edges out the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (3a) and the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Nothing Phone (3a) has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro — 33/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (3a) or the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Nothing Phone (3a) leads on camera score (58/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (3a) or the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Nothing Phone (3a) leads on performance (7/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nothing Phone (3a) over the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Nothing Phone (3a) is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.