Nothing Phone (3a) vs Vivo X300s
The Nothing Phone (3a) (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $329 and $723. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 60/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 1,050,601); the Nothing Phone (3a) is noticeably lighter (201g vs 217g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (3a)
Vivo X300s
What makes Nothing Phone (3a) better?
- Lighter: 201g vs 217g
- Cheaper at launch: $329 vs $723
- Better portability (54/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 1050601
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1161
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3390
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 60/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 61/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nothing Phone (3a) vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 29 points higher (89/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (95/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Nothing Phone (3a) — 56/100, Vivo X300s — 92/100; 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 X300s significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (95/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (94/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (83/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) is a bit better (54/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nothing Phone (3a) | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1050601 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1161 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3390 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2392x1080 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 / Nothing OS 3.1 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.5×77.5×8.4 mm | — | |
| Weight | 201 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $329 | $723 |
Camera comparison
Nothing Phone (3a)
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (3a)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2392x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (3a)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Nothing Phone (3a) and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Nothing Phone (3a) by 71.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $394. Nothing Phone (3a) was $394 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (95/100 vs 60/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (94/100 vs 61/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (83/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) is a bit better (54/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (3a) or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) by 29 points (89/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (3a) and the Vivo X300s?
The Nothing Phone (3a) has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (3a) or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 61/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (3a) or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on performance (95/100 vs 60/100).
Should you choose the Nothing Phone (3a) over the Vivo X300s?
The Nothing Phone (3a) is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X300s is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.