Nothing Phone (4a) vs Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
Comparing the Nothing Phone (4a) (2026) and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nothing Phone (4a) leads — 39/100 vs 5/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Nothing Phone (4a) has NFC for contactless payments, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 doesn't.
Nothing Phone (4a)
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- Higher performance (9/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (86/100 vs 55/100)
- Overall rating 5/100
Comparing the Nothing Phone (4a) vs the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3, the Nothing Phone (4a) scores 34 points higher (39/100 vs 5/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (4a) leads (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (4a) leads (48/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (4a) leads (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (4a) is a bit better (9/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Nothing Phone (4a) significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (4a) significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (4a) significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (48/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Nothing Phone (4a) is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (4a) significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (86/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nothing Phone (4a) | Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 | — | |
| AnTuTu | 1148725 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1237 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3281 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 1.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2412x1080 | 466x466 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | — | |
| Charging | 45W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | — | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | — | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | — | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×77.6×8.6 mm | — | |
| Weight | 190 g | — | |
| Price | $349 | — |
Nothing Phone (4a)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- Main: —
- Front: —
Nothing Phone (4a)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2412x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- 1.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 466x466
- Refresh rate: —
Nothing Phone (4a)
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- —
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (4a) is a bit better (9/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nothing Phone (4a) significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (4a) significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (37/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (4a) significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (48/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nothing Phone (4a) is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (4a) significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (86/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (4a) or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Nothing Phone (4a) significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 by 34 points (39/100 vs 5/100).
What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (4a) and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Nothing Phone (4a) has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 — 5/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (4a) or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Nothing Phone (4a) leads on camera score (37/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (4a) or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Nothing Phone (4a) leads on performance (9/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nothing Phone (4a) over the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Nothing Phone (4a) is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 is a better fit for everyday use.