Nothing Phone (3) vs vivo iQOO Z11
Compare Nothing Phone (3) vs vivo iQOO Z11 side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4, 50MP vs 50MP camera, 5200mAh vs 9020mAh…
Nothing
Phone (3)
$699
7categories won
vivo
iQOO Z11
$450
7categories won
5 categories tied · 19 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Nothing Phone (3) takes the overall win
The Nothing Phone (3) claims the overall win over the vivo iQOO Z11, delivering a stronger technical package across gaming and photography. For battery longevity and charging speed, the iQOO Z11 takes the lead, while the Phone (3) is the clear choice for demanding 3D gaming and heavy multitasking. Choose the Phone (3) if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the iQOO Z11 if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
iQOO Z11 takes battery honors offering 9,020 mAh alongside 90W charging.
Phone (3) leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 and 16GB RAM.
Phone (3) wins photography with 50MP main imaging and 3x dedicated optical zoom.
iQOO Z11 wins on budget and value at $450 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.
Phone (3) vs iQOO Z11: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Phone (3) | iQOO Z11 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.7" | 6.83" |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2412 | 1260 x 2800Winner |
| Pixel density | 394 ppi | 450 ppiWinner |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 HzWinner |
| Peak brightness | 3000 nits | 5000 nitsWinner |
Performance
| Specification | Phone (3) | iQOO Z11 |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 |
| Process node | 4 nm | 4 nm |
| AnTuTu score | 1,850,000 | — |
| Geekbench multi | 6500Winner | 3091 |
| Maximum RAM | 16 GBWinner | 12 GB |
| Maximum storage | 512GBWinner | 256GB |
Camera
| Specification | Phone (3) | iQOO Z11 |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Rear cameras | 3Winner | 2 |
| Optical zoom | 3x | — |
| Ultrawide | 50 MPWinner | 8 MP |
| Selfie camera | 32 MP | 32 MP |
| Max video | 4K at 60fps | 4K@30fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Phone (3) | iQOO Z11 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,200 mAh | 9,020 mAhWinner |
| Wired charging | 65 W | 90 WWinner |
| Wireless charging | 15 W | No |
Design
| Specification | Phone (3) | iQOO Z11 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 201 gWinner | 213 g |
| Thickness | 8.3 mm | 8.3 mm |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP68/IP69 |
| Build | 100% recycled aluminum midframe, transparent dual-layer glass back | Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back |
Software and support
| Specification | Phone (3) | iQOO Z11 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 15 | Android 16 |
| OS updates | 4 yearsWinner | 3 years |
| Security updates | 5 years | 5 years |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Phone (3) | iQOO Z11 |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $699 | $450Winner |
Nothing Phone (3)
Nothing matures its design language with full IP68 water resistance, a dedicated 3x periscope telephoto lens, and the bloatware-free Nothing OS 3.0 powered by Snapdragon 8s Gen 4.
- Display
- 6.7"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,200mAh
vivo iQOO Z11
The vivo iQOO Z11 is a $450 mid-range smartphone defined by its gargantuan 9020 mAh battery and premium IP69 durability. Featuring a crisp 144Hz AMOLED display and a capable Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 chipset, it suits power users and gamers who prioritize multi-day endurance over camera versatility or premium materials.
- Display
- 6.83"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 9,020mAh