Nothing Phone (3a) vs vivo T5 5G
Compare Nothing Phone (3a) vs vivo T5 5G side by side: MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro vs MediaTek Dimensity 7500 Turbo, 50MP vs 50MP camera, 5200mAh vs 7050mAh…
Nothing
Phone (3a)
$349
5categories won
vivo
T5 5G
$699
7categories won
9 categories tied · 21 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
vivo T5 5G takes the overall win
The vivo T5 5G proves superior overall against the Nothing Phone (3a), outperforming on battery endurance and daily usability. For battery longevity and charging speed, the T5 5G takes the lead, while the Phone (3a) is the clear choice for demanding 3D gaming and heavy multitasking. Choose the T5 5G if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Phone (3a) if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
T5 5G takes battery honors offering 7,050 mAh alongside 44W charging.
Phone (3a) leads gaming and raw performance powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro and 12GB RAM.
T5 5G takes photography with 50MP optics.
Phone (3a) provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $349 vs $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 (3a) vs T5 5G: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Phone (3a) | T5 5G |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 3000 nitsWinner |
Performance
| Specification | Phone (3a) | T5 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 7500 Turbo |
| Process node | 4 nm | 4 nm |
| AnTuTu score | 2,400,000Winner | 1,202,592 |
| Geekbench multi | 8900 | 8900 |
| Maximum RAM | 12 GB | 12 GB |
| Maximum storage | 256GB | 256GB |
Camera
| Specification | Phone (3a) | T5 5G |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Phone (3a) | T5 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,200 mAh | 7,050 mAhWinner |
| Wired charging | 45 WWinner | 44 W |
| Wireless charging | 15 W | 15 W |
Design
| Specification | Phone (3a) | T5 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 189 gWinner | 199 g |
| Thickness | 8.4 mm | 7.99 mmWinner |
| 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) | T5 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 15 | Android 16 |
| OS updates | 3 years | 3 years |
| Security updates | 3 years | 3 years |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Phone (3a) | T5 5G |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $349Winner | $699 |
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 T5 5G
The vivo T5 5G is a highly durable mid-range smartphone built for heavy users who prioritize battery life. With a massive 7050mAh silicon-carbon cell, MIL-STD-810H certification, and IP69 water resistance, it offers outstanding endurance, though the lack of NFC and plastic build require some compromises.
- Display
- 6.83"
- Chipset
- MediaTek Dimensity 7500 Turbo
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 7,050mAh