Nothing Phone (3a) vs Oppo Reno 12 Pro
Compare Nothing Phone (3a) vs Oppo Reno 12 Pro side by side: MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro vs MediaTek Dimensity 7300-Energy, 50MP vs 50MP camera, 5200mAh vs…
Nothing
Phone (3a)
$349
6categories won
Oppo
Reno 12 Pro
$499
8categories won
7 categories tied · 21 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Oppo Reno 12 Pro takes the overall win
The Oppo Reno 12 Pro proves superior overall against the Nothing Phone (3a), outperforming on battery endurance and daily usability. For battery longevity and charging speed, the Reno 12 Pro takes the lead, while the Phone (3a) is the clear choice for demanding 3D gaming and heavy multitasking. Choose the Reno 12 Pro if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Phone (3a) if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
Reno 12 Pro takes battery honors offering 5,500 mAh alongside 65W charging.
Phone (3a) leads gaming and raw performance powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro and 12GB RAM.
Reno 12 Pro takes photography with 50MP optics and 2x optical telephoto capabilities.
Phone (3a) provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $349 vs $499.
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 (3a) vs Reno 12 Pro: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Phone (3a) | Reno 12 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.7" | 6.7" |
| Resolution | 1084 x 2412Winner | 1080 x 2412 |
| Pixel density | 395 ppi | 394 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 1800 nitsWinner | 1200 nits |
Performance
| Specification | Phone (3a) | Reno 12 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 7300-Energy |
| Process node | 4 nm | 4 nm |
| AnTuTu score | 2,400,000Winner | 720,000 |
| Geekbench multi | 8900Winner | 3080 |
| Maximum RAM | 12 GB | 12 GB |
| Maximum storage | 256GB | 512GBWinner |
Camera
| Specification | Phone (3a) | Reno 12 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Rear cameras | 2 | 3Winner |
| Optical zoom | — | 2x |
| Ultrawide | 12 MPWinner | 8 MP |
| Selfie camera | 16 MP | 50 MPWinner |
| Max video | 8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps | 4K at 30fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Phone (3a) | Reno 12 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,200 mAh | 5,500 mAhWinner |
| Wired charging | 45 W | 65 WWinner |
| Wireless charging | 15 W | 25 WWinner |
Design
| Specification | Phone (3a) | Reno 12 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 189 g | 180 gWinner |
| Thickness | 8.4 mm | 7.4 mmWinner |
| Water resistance | IP54 | IP65 |
| Build | 100% recycled aluminum midframe, translucent polycarbonate rear panel with Glyph LEDs | Infinite View Quad-Curved glass, High-Strength Alloy Architectural Shield frame, splash touch |
Software and support
| Specification | Phone (3a) | Reno 12 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 15 | Android 14, ColorOS 14.1 |
| OS updates | 3 years | 3 years |
| Security updates | 3 years | 3 years |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Phone (3a) | Reno 12 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 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth) |
| Storage expansion | None | microSD |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $349Winner | $499 |
Nothing Phone (3a)
Nothing continues its mission to make smartphones fun again with the Phone (3a), pairing its translucent Glyph LED aesthetic with custom Dimensity 7350 Pro power and a bloatware-free Android 15 experience.
- Display
- 6.7"
- Chipset
- MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,200mAh
Oppo Reno 12 Pro
The Oppo Reno 12 Pro 5G blends haute-couture liquid silver aesthetics with potent AI productivity tools, offering a featherweight 7.4mm frame, tough Gorilla Glass Victus 2, and dual 50MP portrait cameras.
- Display
- 6.7"
- Chipset
- MediaTek Dimensity 7300-Energy
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,500mAh