Nothing Phone (3a) vs vivo iQOO Z11
Compare Nothing Phone (3a) vs vivo iQOO Z11 side by side: MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4, 50MP vs 50MP camera, 5200mAh vs 9020mAh…
Nothing
Phone (3a)
$349
4categories won
vivo
iQOO Z11
$450
8categories won
7 categories tied · 19 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
vivo iQOO Z11 takes the overall win
The vivo iQOO Z11 proves superior overall against the Nothing Phone (3a), outperforming on battery endurance and daily usability. For battery longevity and charging speed, the iQOO Z11 takes the lead, while the Phone (3a) is the clear choice for demanding 3D gaming and heavy multitasking. Choose the iQOO Z11 if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Phone (3a) if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
iQOO Z11 takes battery honors offering 9,020 mAh alongside 90W charging.
Phone (3a) leads gaming and raw performance powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro and 12GB RAM.
iQOO Z11 takes photography with 50MP optics.
Phone (3a) provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $349 vs $450.
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 iQOO Z11: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Phone (3a) | iQOO Z11 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.7" | 6.83" |
| Resolution | 1084 x 2412 | 1260 x 2800Winner |
| Pixel density | 395 ppi | 450 ppiWinner |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 HzWinner |
| Peak brightness | 1800 nits | 5000 nitsWinner |
Performance
| Specification | Phone (3a) | iQOO Z11 |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 |
| Process node | 4 nm | 4 nm |
| AnTuTu score | 2,400,000 | — |
| Geekbench multi | 8900Winner | 3091 |
| Maximum RAM | 12 GB | 12 GB |
| Maximum storage | 256GB | 256GB |
Camera
| Specification | Phone (3a) | iQOO Z11 |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Rear cameras | 2 | 2 |
| Ultrawide | 12 MPWinner | 8 MP |
| Selfie camera | 16 MP | 32 MPWinner |
| Max video | 8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps | 4K@30fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Phone (3a) | iQOO Z11 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,200 mAh | 9,020 mAhWinner |
| Wired charging | 45 W | 90 WWinner |
| Wireless charging | 15 W | No |
Design
| Specification | Phone (3a) | iQOO Z11 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 189 gWinner | 213 g |
| Thickness | 8.4 mm | 8.3 mm |
| Water resistance | IP54 | IP68/IP69 |
| Build | 100% recycled aluminum midframe, translucent polycarbonate rear panel with Glyph LEDs | Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back |
Software and support
| Specification | Phone (3a) | iQOO Z11 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 15 | Android 16 |
| OS updates | 3 years | 3 years |
| Security updates | 3 years | 5 yearsWinner |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Phone (3a) | iQOO Z11 |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth) | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $349Winner | $450 |
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
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