Google Pixel 7 vs Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
Compare Google Pixel 7 vs Nothing Phone (3a) Pro side by side: Google Tensor G2 (5 nm) vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, 50MP vs 50MP camera, 4355mAh vs 5400mAh…
Pixel 7
$599
1categories won
Nothing
Phone (3a) Pro
$429
13categories won
4 categories tied · 18 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Nothing Phone (3a) Pro takes the overall win
The Nothing Phone (3a) Pro proves superior overall against the Google Pixel 7, outperforming on gaming and photography. In camera testing, the Phone (3a) Pro leads with superior optics, 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 Pixel 7 if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.
Phone (3a) Pro takes battery honors offering 5,400 mAh alongside 65W charging.
Phone (3a) Pro provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 and 16GB RAM.
Phone (3a) Pro takes photography with 50MP optics and 2x optical telephoto capabilities.
Phone (3a) Pro wins on budget and value at $429 compared to $599.
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.
Pixel 7 vs Phone (3a) Pro: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Pixel 7 | Phone (3a) Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.3" | 6.72" |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 | 1080 x 2412Winner |
| Pixel density | 418 ppi | — |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 HzWinner |
| Peak brightness | 1400 nits | 2000 nitsWinner |
Performance
| Specification | Pixel 7 | Phone (3a) Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Google Tensor G2 (5 nm) | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 |
| Process node | 5 nm | 4 nmWinner |
| AnTuTu score | 3,200,000 | — |
| Geekbench multi | 10800 | — |
| Maximum RAM | 8 GB | 16 GBWinner |
| Maximum storage | 256GB | 512GBWinner |
Camera
| Specification | Pixel 7 | Phone (3a) Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Rear cameras | 2 | 3Winner |
| Optical zoom | — | 2x |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MPWinner |
| Selfie camera | 10.8 MP | 32 MPWinner |
| Max video | 4K at 60fps | — |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Pixel 7 | Phone (3a) Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 4,355 mAh | 5,400 mAhWinner |
| Wired charging | 20 W | 65 WWinner |
| Wireless charging | 20 W | 25 WWinner |
Design
| Specification | Pixel 7 | Phone (3a) Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 197 g | 194 g |
| Thickness | 8.7 mm | 8.4 mm |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP68 |
| Build | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus front and back, matte anodized aluminum camera bar and frame | — |
Software and support
| Specification | Pixel 7 | Phone (3a) Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15 | Android 16 |
| OS updates | 5 yearsWinner | 4 years |
| Security updates | 5 years | 5 years |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Pixel 7 | Phone (3a) Pro |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth) | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $599 | $429Winner |
Google Pixel 7
The Google Pixel 7 delivered unmatched flagship camera performance and Google Tensor G2 AI features in a comfortable 6.3-inch flat display form factor at an aggressive $599 price point.
- Display
- 6.3"
- Chipset
- Google Tensor G2 (5 nm)
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 4,355mAh
Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
Nothing refines its distinctive transparent vision by introducing 25W wireless charging, dedicated 2x portrait optics, and Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 processing to the popular sub-flagship line.
- Display
- 6.72"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,400mAh