Nothing Phone (3a) vs Xiaomi 12 Pro
Compare Nothing Phone (3a) vs Xiaomi 12 Pro side by side: MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, 50MP vs 50MP camera, 5200mAh vs 4600mAh…
Nothing
Phone (3a)
$349
6categories won
Xiaomi
Xiaomi 12 Pro
$479
8categories won
7 categories tied · 21 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Nothing Phone (3a) takes the overall win
The Nothing Phone (3a) claims the overall win over the Xiaomi 12 Pro, delivering a stronger technical package across measurable key specifications. In camera testing, the Xiaomi 12 Pro leads with superior optics, while battery life remains closely matched. Choose the Phone (3a) if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Xiaomi 12 Pro if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.
Both phones deliver comparable battery performance with 5,200 mAh.
Phone (3a) leads gaming and raw performance powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro and 12GB RAM.
Xiaomi 12 Pro takes photography with 50MP optics and 2x optical telephoto capabilities.
Phone (3a) provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $349 vs $479.
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 Xiaomi 12 Pro: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Phone (3a) | Xiaomi 12 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.7" | 6.73" |
| Resolution | 1084 x 2412 | 1440 x 3200Winner |
| Pixel density | 395 ppi | 521 ppiWinner |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 1800 nitsWinner | 1500 nits |
Performance
| Specification | Phone (3a) | Xiaomi 12 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 |
| Process node | 4 nm | 4 nm |
| AnTuTu score | 2,400,000Winner | 990,000 |
| Geekbench multi | 8900Winner | 4180 |
| Maximum RAM | 12 GB | 12 GB |
| Maximum storage | 256GB | 256GB |
Camera
| Specification | Phone (3a) | Xiaomi 12 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Rear cameras | 2 | 3Winner |
| Optical zoom | — | 2x |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MPWinner |
| Selfie camera | 16 MP | 32 MPWinner |
| Max video | 8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps | 8K at 24fps HDR / 4K at 60fps HDR10+ |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Phone (3a) | Xiaomi 12 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,200 mAhWinner | 4,600 mAh |
| Wired charging | 45 W | 120 WWinner |
| Wireless charging | 15 W | 50 WWinner |
Design
| Specification | Phone (3a) | Xiaomi 12 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 189 gWinner | 204 g |
| Thickness | 8.4 mm | 8.16 mm |
| Water resistance | IP54 | None |
| Build | 100% recycled aluminum midframe, translucent polycarbonate rear panel with Glyph LEDs | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass 5 back, Gorilla Glass Victus front |
Software and support
| Specification | Phone (3a) | Xiaomi 12 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 15 | Android 12 |
| OS updates | 3 years | 3 years |
| Security updates | 3 years | 4 yearsWinner |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Phone (3a) | Xiaomi 12 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth) | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $349Winner | $479 |
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
Xiaomi 12 Pro
Boasting an industry-first symmetrical triple 50MP rear camera system, lightning 120W HyperCharge (100% in 18 minutes), a quad-speaker array tuned by Harman Kardon, and a 1440p LTPO AMOLED panel, the Xiaomi 12 Pro is a multimedia tour de force.
- Display
- 6.73"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 4,600mAh