Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Nothing Phone (3a) Pro

Compare Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Nothing Phone (3a) Pro side by side: Apple A18 Pro vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, 48MP vs 50MP camera, 4685mAh vs 5400mAh…

Apple

Phone (3a) Pro

$429

8categories won

5 categories tied · 19 scored in total · add a third phone

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Nothing Phone (3a) Pro takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Nothing Phone (3a) Pro proves superior overall against the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, outperforming on battery endurance and daily usability. In camera testing, the iPhone 16 Pro Max leads with sharper imaging, while battery endurance leans towards the Phone (3a) Pro. Choose the Phone (3a) Pro if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the iPhone 16 Pro Max if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.

🔋 BatteryPhone (3a) Pro

Phone (3a) Pro takes battery honors offering 5,400 mAh alongside 65W charging.

🎮 GamingTie

Both handsets deliver top-tier speed with Apple A18 Pro and smooth everyday multitasking.

📸 CameraiPhone 16 Pro Max

iPhone 16 Pro Max wins photography with 48MP main imaging and 5x dedicated optical zoom.

🏷️ ValuePhone (3a) Pro

Phone (3a) Pro wins on budget and value at $429 compared to $1199.

Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.

iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Phone (3a) Pro: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	Phone (3a) Pro
Screen size	6.9"	6.72"
Resolution	1320 x 2868Winner	1080 x 2412
Pixel density	460 ppi	—
Refresh rate	120 Hz	120 Hz
Peak brightness	2000 nits	2000 nits

Performance

Performance comparison between the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	Phone (3a) Pro
Chipset	Apple A18 Pro	Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4
Process node	3 nmWinner	4 nm
AnTuTu score	1,810,000	—
Geekbench multi	8580	—
Maximum RAM	8 GB	16 GBWinner
Maximum storage	1TBWinner	512GB

Camera

Camera comparison between the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	Phone (3a) Pro
Main sensor	48 MP	50 MPWinner
Rear cameras	3	3
Optical zoom	5xWinner	2x
Ultrawide	48 MP	50 MPWinner
Selfie camera	12 MP	32 MPWinner
Max video	4K at 120fps Dolby Vision	—

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	Phone (3a) Pro
Capacity	4,685 mAh	5,400 mAhWinner
Wired charging	30 W	65 WWinner
Wireless charging	25 W	25 W

Design

Design comparison between the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	Phone (3a) Pro
Weight	227 g	194 gWinner
Thickness	8.25 mm	8.4 mm
Water resistance	IP68	IP68
Build	Grade 5 Titanium frame, textured matte glass back	—

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	Phone (3a) Pro
Operating system	iOS 18	Android 16
OS updates	6 yearsWinner	4 years
Security updates	7 yearsWinner	5 years

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	Phone (3a) Pro
5G	Yes	Yes
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)	Wi-Fi 6
Storage expansion	None	None
3.5mm jack	No	No
Launch price	$1,199	$429Winner