Honor X9c 5G vs Nothing Phone (3a) Pro

Compare Honor X9c 5G vs Nothing Phone (3a) Pro side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, 108MP vs 50MP camera, 6600mAh vs…

Honor

Phone (3a) Pro

$429

7categories won

3 categories tied · 18 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 Honor X9c 5G, outperforming on gaming and photography. For battery longevity and charging speed, the Honor X9c 5G takes the lead, while the Phone (3a) Pro is the clear choice for demanding 3D gaming and heavy multitasking. Choose the Phone (3a) Pro if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Honor X9c 5G if its lower retail price better fit your budget.

🔋 BatteryHonor X9c 5G

Honor X9c 5G wins on endurance with 6,600 mAh and 66W fast charging.

🎮 GamingPhone (3a) Pro

Phone (3a) Pro provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 and 16GB RAM.

📸 CameraPhone (3a) Pro

Phone (3a) Pro takes photography with 50MP optics and 2x optical telephoto capabilities.

🏷️ ValueHonor X9c 5G

Honor X9c 5G provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $329 vs $429.

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.

Honor X9c 5G vs Phone (3a) Pro: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Honor X9c 5G, Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
Specification	Honor X9c 5G	Phone (3a) Pro
Screen size	6.78"	6.72"
Resolution	1224 x 2700Winner	1080 x 2412
Pixel density	437 ppi	—
Refresh rate	120 Hz	120 Hz
Peak brightness	4000 nitsWinner	2000 nits

Performance

Performance comparison between the Honor X9c 5G, Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
Specification	Honor X9c 5G	Phone (3a) Pro
Chipset	Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1	Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4
Process node	4 nm	4 nm
AnTuTu score	585,000	—
Geekbench multi	2780	—
Maximum RAM	12 GB	16 GBWinner
Maximum storage	512GB	512GB

Camera

Camera comparison between the Honor X9c 5G, Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
Specification	Honor X9c 5G	Phone (3a) Pro
Main sensor	108 MPWinner	50 MP
Rear cameras	2	3Winner
Optical zoom	—	2x
Ultrawide	5 MP	50 MPWinner
Selfie camera	16 MP	32 MPWinner
Max video	4K@30fps, 1080p@60fps	—

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Honor X9c 5G, Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
Specification	Honor X9c 5G	Phone (3a) Pro
Capacity	6,600 mAhWinner	5,400 mAh
Wired charging	66 WWinner	65 W
Wireless charging	No	25 WWinner

Design

Design comparison between the Honor X9c 5G, Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
Specification	Honor X9c 5G	Phone (3a) Pro
Weight	189 gWinner	194 g
Thickness	7.98 mmWinner	8.4 mm
Water resistance	IP65M (360-degree water resistance)	IP68
Build	Anti-drop curved body, circular halo camera deco, Anti-Drop Ultra-Bounce Glass	—

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Honor X9c 5G, Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
Specification	Honor X9c 5G	Phone (3a) Pro
Operating system	Android 14	Android 16
OS updates	3 years	4 yearsWinner
Security updates	4 years	5 yearsWinner

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Honor X9c 5G, Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
Specification	Honor X9c 5G	Phone (3a) Pro
5G	Yes	Yes
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)	Wi-Fi 6
Storage expansion	None	None
3.5mm jack	No	No
Launch price	$329Winner	$429

Honor X9c 5G

Dubbed the 'Ultra-Tough' champion, the Honor X9c 5G is engineered with a revolutionary 3-layer anti-drop matrix certified to survive 2-meter impacts onto marble, 360-degree IP65M water resistance, extreme temperature resistance (-30°C to 55°C), and a colossal 6,600mAh battery.

Display: 6.78"
Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1
Main camera: 108MP
Battery: 6,600mAh

Full Honor X9c 5G specifications →

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

Full Phone (3a) Pro specifications →