Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Nothing Phone (3a) Pro

Compare Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Nothing Phone (3a) Pro side by side: Apple A19 Pro vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, 48MP vs 50MP camera, 4823mAh vs 5400mAh…

Apple

Phone (3a) Pro

$429

9categories won

3 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 17 Pro Max, outperforming on battery endurance and daily usability. In camera testing, the iPhone 17 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 17 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 A19 Pro and smooth everyday multitasking.

📸 CameraiPhone 17 Pro Max

iPhone 17 Pro Max wins photography with 48MP main imaging and 4x dedicated optical zoom.

🏷️ ValuePhone (3a) Pro

Phone (3a) Pro wins on budget and value at $429 compared to $699.

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 17 Pro Max vs Phone (3a) Pro: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max, Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
Specification	iPhone 17 Pro Max	Phone (3a) Pro
Screen size	6.9"	6.72"
Resolution	1320 x 2868Winner	1080 x 2412
Pixel density	458 ppi	—
Refresh rate	120 Hz	120 Hz
Peak brightness	3000 nitsWinner	2000 nits

Performance

Performance comparison between the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max, Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
Specification	iPhone 17 Pro Max	Phone (3a) Pro
Chipset	Apple A19 Pro	Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4
Process node	3 nmWinner	4 nm
AnTuTu score	2,400,000	—
Geekbench multi	8900	—
Maximum RAM	12 GB	16 GBWinner
Maximum storage	2TBWinner	512GB

Camera

Camera comparison between the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max, Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
Specification	iPhone 17 Pro Max	Phone (3a) Pro
Main sensor	48 MP	50 MPWinner
Rear cameras	3	3
Optical zoom	4xWinner	2x
Ultrawide	48 MP	50 MPWinner
Selfie camera	18 MP	32 MPWinner

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max, Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
Specification	iPhone 17 Pro Max	Phone (3a) Pro
Capacity	4,823 mAh	5,400 mAhWinner
Wired charging	42 W	65 WWinner
Wireless charging	25 W	25 W

Design

Design comparison between the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max, Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
Specification	iPhone 17 Pro Max	Phone (3a) Pro
Weight	233 g	194 gWinner
Thickness	8.75 mm	8.4 mmWinner
Water resistance	IP68	IP68
Build	Aluminum unibody, Ceramic Shield 2 front	—

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max, Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
Specification	iPhone 17 Pro Max	Phone (3a) Pro
Operating system	iOS iOS 26	Android 16
OS updates	6 yearsWinner	4 years
Security updates	6 yearsWinner	5 years

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max, Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
Specification	iPhone 17 Pro Max	Phone (3a) Pro
5G	Yes	Yes
Wi-Fi	—	Wi-Fi 6
Storage expansion	None	None
3.5mm jack	No	No
Launch price	$699	$429Winner