Nothing CMF Phone 1 vs Nothing Phone (3) Pro
Compare Nothing CMF Phone 1 vs Nothing Phone (3) Pro side by side: MediaTek Dimensity 7300 5G vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, 50MP vs 50MP camera, 5500mAh vs…
Nothing
CMF Phone 1
$199
4categories won
Nothing
Phone (3) Pro
$799
11categories won
5 categories tied · 20 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Nothing Phone (3) Pro takes the overall win
The Nothing Phone (3) Pro proves superior overall against the Nothing CMF Phone 1, outperforming on gaming and photography. For battery longevity and charging speed, the CMF Phone 1 takes the lead, while the Phone (3) Pro is the clear choice for demanding 3D gaming and heavy multitasking. Choose the Phone (3) Pro if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the CMF Phone 1 if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
CMF Phone 1 wins on endurance with 5,500 mAh and 65W fast charging.
Phone (3) Pro provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite and 16GB RAM.
Phone (3) Pro takes photography with 50MP optics and 5x optical telephoto capabilities.
CMF Phone 1 provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $199 vs $799.
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.
CMF Phone 1 vs Phone (3) Pro: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | CMF Phone 1 | Phone (3) Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.67" | 6.7" |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 | 1080 x 2412Winner |
| Pixel density | 395 ppi | 394 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 2000 nits | 2600 nitsWinner |
Performance
| Specification | CMF Phone 1 | Phone (3) Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 5G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite |
| Process node | 4 nm | 3 nmWinner |
| AnTuTu score | 670,000 | 2,990,000Winner |
| Geekbench multi | 2980 | 10300Winner |
| Maximum RAM | 8 GB | 16 GBWinner |
| Maximum storage | 256GB | 512GBWinner |
Camera
| Specification | CMF Phone 1 | Phone (3) Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Rear cameras | 2 | 3Winner |
| Optical zoom | — | 5x |
| Ultrawide | — | 50 MP |
| Selfie camera | 16 MP | 32 MPWinner |
| Max video | 4K at 30fps, 1080p at 60fps | 4K@60fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | CMF Phone 1 | Phone (3) Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,500 mAh | 5,400 mAh |
| Wired charging | 65 W | 65 W |
| Wireless charging | 25 WWinner | 15 W |
Design
| Specification | CMF Phone 1 | Phone (3) Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 197 gWinner | 203 g |
| Thickness | 8.2 mmWinner | 8.5 mm |
| Water resistance | IP52 | IP68 |
| Build | Modular interchangeable back cover with exposed stainless steel screws, Accessory Point dial, polycarbonate chassis | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 front and rear, 100% recycled aluminum midframe, transparent back panel with Glyph Matrix 2.0 |
Software and support
| Specification | CMF Phone 1 | Phone (3) Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 14, Nothing OS 2.6 | Android 16 (Nothing OS 3.5) |
| OS updates | 2 years | 4 yearsWinner |
| Security updates | 2 years | 5 yearsWinner |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | CMF Phone 1 | Phone (3) Pro |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Storage expansion | microSD | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $199Winner | $799 |
Nothing CMF Phone 1
The CMF Phone 1 breaks smartphone monotony with an ingenious modular backplate system, physical Accessory Point, vibrant Super AMOLED 120Hz display, and bloatware-free Nothing OS 2.6.
- Display
- 6.67"
- Chipset
- MediaTek Dimensity 7300 5G
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,500mAh
Nothing Phone (3) Pro
Nothing ascends into true flagship territory with the Phone (3) Pro, introducing a 5x periscope telephoto lens, Snapdragon 8 Elite computing, and the next-generation 540-LED Glyph Matrix 2.0 behind its iconic transparent casing.
- Display
- 6.7"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,400mAh