OnePlus Nord CE3 vs Nothing Phone (3a)

Compare OnePlus Nord CE3 and Nothing Phone (3a) to understand which one suits your needs the best. The OnePlus Nord CE3 is priced from ₹18,999, while Nothing Phone (3a) is available at ₹24,999 respectively. In terms of performance and features, each device offers a unique combination of processor, display, camera, and battery capabilities. Explore their complete specifications and key differences side-by-side to make a well-informed buying decision.

OnePlus Nord CE3 vs Nothing Phone (3a) Comparison Overview

Key HighlightsOnePlus Nord CE3Nothing Phone (3a)
Price₹18,999₹24,999
ProcessorQualcomm Snapdragon 782GQualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3
Display6.7 inches, FHD+ AMOLED, 120Hz6.77 inches, FHD+ AMOLED, 120Hz
Rear Camera50MP (Wide-angle), 8MP (Ultra-wide), 2MP (Macro), 16MP (Front)50MP (Wide-angle), 8MP (Ultra-wide), 50MP (Telephoto), 32MP (Front)
Battery5000mAh, 80W, Charger in the box5000mAh, 50W
RAM/Storage8GB (LPDDR4X), 128GB (UFS 3.1)8GB (LPDDR4X), 128GB (UFS 2.2)
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OnePlus Nord CE3

₹18,999

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9.7/10

Comparison Score

Nothing Phone (3a)

₹24,999

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Reasons To Consider

→ OnePlus Nord CE3
checkmarkFaster processor for smoother multitasking and demanding mobile gaming - (Snapdragon 782G)
checkmarkFaster wired charging speeds for noticeably shorter charge times - (80W)
checkmarkLarger image sensor capturing more ambient light - (1/1.56")
checkmarkComes with a clean, unbloated software interface
checkmarkFaster storage enabling rapid app installs and seamless file transfers - (UFS 3.1)
checkmarkHDR recording supports wider dynamic range and natural highlights - (HDR recording)
→ Nothing Phone (3a)
checkmarkEquipped with a dedicated optical telephoto lens - (2X Zoom)
checkmarkCertified IP rating for water and dust resistance - (IP64 (Dust and Water Resistant))
checkmarkEquipped with reinforced, scratch-resistant cover glass - (Panda Glass)
checkmarkLonger zoom capability allowing clear captures from farther away - (20-50X)
checkmarkBrighter peak output for comfortable legibility under direct sunlight - (3000 nits)
checkmarkSupports slow-motion video recording- (120 fps slomo)
GamingSee More Details
OnePlus Nord CE3100
Nothing Phone (3a)68
CameraSee More Details
Nothing Phone (3a)100
OnePlus Nord CE394
DisplaySee More Details
Nothing Phone (3a)100
OnePlus Nord CE392
BatterySee More Details
OnePlus Nord CE3100
Nothing Phone (3a)80
BodySee More Details
Nothing Phone (3a)100
OnePlus Nord CE312

Key Specifications

Qualcomm Snapdragon 782GQualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3
6.7 inches, FHD+ AMOLED, 120Hz6.77 inches, FHD+ AMOLED, 120Hz
50MP (Wide-angle), 8MP (Ultra-wide), 2MP (Macro), 16MP (Front)50MP (Wide-angle), 8MP (Ultra-wide), 50MP (Telephoto), 32MP (Front)
5000mAh, 80W, Charger in the box5000mAh, 50W
8GB (LPDDR4X)8GB (LPDDR4X)
128GB (UFS 3.1)128GB (UFS 2.2)

General

Box ContentsPhone, 80W Charger, Type-C Cable, Case, SIM Ejector ToolPhone, Type-C Cable, SIM Ejector Tool
Launch Price₹26,999₹24,999

Display

🏆 Winner: Nothing Phone (3a)

Display TypeAMOLEDAMOLED
Refresh Rate120Hz120Hz
LTPS Support-Yes
Playback QualityHDR10+HDR10+
Touch Sampling Rate240Hz1000Hz
Display Size6.7 inches6.77 inches
Area108 cm²111.5 cm²
Display Form FactorFlat DisplayFlat Display
Screen to Body Ratio93.4%88%
Resolution Width1080pixels1084pixels
Resolution Height2412pixels2392pixels
Aspect Ratio20:920:9
Pixel Density394ppi387ppi
Display Bit Rate10-bit10-bit
Color Gamut Range100%100%
Display ResolutionFHD+FHD+
Typical Brightness-800nits
High Brightness-1300nits
Peak Brightness950nits3000nits
Eye ProtectionEye Comfort ShieldPWM Dimming
Contrast Ratio-1,000,000:1
Colour GamutDCI-P3DCI-P3
Colour Depth1.07 Billion Colours1.07 Billion Colours
Display EngineFluid-

Body

🏆 Winner: Nothing Phone (3a)

Height162.7 mm163.5 mm
Width75.5 mm77.5 mm
Thickness8.2 mm8.35 mm
Weight184 grams208 grams
Screen MaterialGlassPanda Glass
Display Protection-Panda Glass
Back MaterialPlasticGlass
Side MaterialPlastic FramePlastic Frame
Build Quality-Panda glass
PortsUSB Type-C 2.0USB Type-C 2.0
Additional FeaturesInfrared Port, OTGOTG
IP Rating-IP64 (Dust and Water Resistant)
SpeakerStereo SpeakersStereo Speakers
Sound TuningDolby Atmos-

Processor

🏆 Winner: OnePlus Nord CE3

Chipset ManufacturerQualcommQualcomm
ChipsetSnapdragon 782GSnapdragon 7s Gen 3
Fabrication Size6 nm4 nm
Number of CoresOcta-coreOcta-core
Clock Speed1x2.7 GHz Cortex-A78 & 3x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A551x2.5 GHz Cortex-A720 & 3x2.4 GHz Cortex-A720 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A520
Cooling SystemVapor Chamber CoolingVapor Chamber Cooling
GPUAdreno 642LAdreno 810

Gaming Benchmarks

BGMI Smooth + Extreme-

90 FPS

COD Mobile Low + Max-

60 FPS

Performance Benchmarks

AnTuTu

806577

816384

Geekbench 6 CPU Single-Core

1203

1170

Geekbench 6 CPU Multi-Core

2787

3292

Operating System

OS NameAndroidAndroid
OS Version1315
OS SkinOxygenOSNothing OS
Gaming Mode-Yes
OS Updates2 year(s)3 year(s)
Security Updates3 year(s)6 year(s)
AI Features-Essential Key, Nothing Essential Space
Bloatware Free OSYes-

Main Camera

🏆 Winner: Nothing Phone (3a)

Main Camera Megapixel50MP50MP
Main Camera Aperturef/1.8f/1.88
Main Camera Lens TypeWide-angleWide-angle
Main Camera Camera SensorSony IMX890Samsung ISOCELL GN9
Main Camera Sensor Size1/1.56"1/1.57"
Main Camera Camera FeaturesMulti-directional PDAF, OISAuto Focus, EIS, OIS
Main Camera #2 Megapixel8MP8MP
Main Camera #2 Aperturef/2.2f/2.2
Main Camera #2 Field of View112°120°
Main Camera #2 Lens TypeUltra-wideUltra-wide
Main Camera #2 Camera SensorSony IMX355Sony IMX355
Main Camera #2 Sensor Size1/4.0"1/4"
Main Camera #3 Megapixel2MP50MP
Main Camera #3 Aperturef/2.4f/2.0
Main Camera #3 Field of View-49.5°
Main Camera #3 Lens TypeMacroTelephoto
Main Camera #3 Camera Sensor-SAMSUNG ISOCELL JN5
Main Camera #3 Sensor Size-1/2.75"
Main Camera #3 Camera Features-2x Optical Zoom, Auto Focus, EIS
FeaturesHDRDigital zoom, EIS, HDR, LED-Flash, Motion Photos, Night mode, OIS, Optical Zoom, panorama, Portrait mode, Slow Motion, Ultra HDR
Camera StabilizationOISOIS
Dynamic Video Recording SupportHDR recordingSDR recording
Slow Motion Recording-120 fps slomo
Auto Focus TypeMulti-Directional PDAFPDAF
Max Zoom Supported10-20X20-50X
Optical Zoom Support-2X
Video Featuresgyro-EISgyro-EIS, Night Video Recording, Slow Motion, Time-lapse Video
Video Recording1080p@120fps, 1080p@30fps, 1080p@60fps, 4K@30fps1080p@120fps, 1080p@30fps, 1080p@60fps, 4K@30fps

Selfie Camera

🏆 Winner: Nothing Phone (3a)

Front Camera #1 Megapixel16MP32MP
Front Camera #1 Aperturef/2.4f/2.2
Front Camera #1 Focal Length24 mm22 mm
Front Camera #1 Pixel Size1 µm0.7 µm
Front Camera #1 Field of View-81.2°
Front Camera #1 Lens TypeWideWide
Front Camera #1 Camera Sensor-Samsung ISOCELL KD1
Front Camera #1 Sensor Size-1/3.44"
Features-Face Detection, Face unlock, Fixed Focus, Night mode, Portrait Mode
Auto Focus TypeFixed FocusFixed Focus
Video Recording1080@30fps1080@30fps
HDR Recording SupportSDR recordingSDR recording
Video Features1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS-

Battery

🏆 Winner: OnePlus Nord CE3

Battery Capacity5000mAh5000mAh
Battery TypeLithium PolymerLithium Polymer
Reverse Wired Charging Support-Yes
Charging Speed Wired80W50W
Charging Standards Supported-PD3.0, QC4.0
Charging Speed Reverse Wired-7.5W

Battery Test Results

Charging Time (0 To 50%)-

56 min

(1 to 100%)

Memory

🏆 Winner: OnePlus Nord CE3

Storage Size128128
Storage TypeUFS 3.1UFS 2.2
RAM Size88
RAM TypeLPDDR4XLPDDR4X

Network

Sim TypeHybrid Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by)Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
Network Support5G5G
Band Types5G, GSM, LTE, WCDMA5G, GSM, LTE, UMTS, WCDMA
2G Bands1800, 1900, 850, 9001800, 1900, 850, 900
3G Bands1, 2, 4, 5, 8UMTS/WCDMA 1, 4, 5, 6, 8, 19
4G Bands1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41LTE 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 42, 48, 66
5G Bands1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 40, 41, 78 SA/NSASA/NSA 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 77, 78

Connectivity

🏆 Winner: Nothing Phone (3a)

Wi-Fi StandardsWi-Fi 6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/axWi-Fi 6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wi-Fi FeaturesWi-Fi DirectHotspot, Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi VersionWiFi 6WiFi 6
Bluetooth Version5.25.4
Bluetooth CodecsA2DP, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, LDAC, LE, LHDCA2DP, LE
GPSBDS, GPS, QZSSBDS (B1I), GALILEO (E1), GLONASS (G1), GPS (L1), QZSS (L1)
NFC SupportSupportedSupported

Features

Fingerprint ScannerOptical (under display)Optical (under display)
Sensors on BoardAccelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope, Proximity SensorAccelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Compass, Electronic Compass, Geomagnetic Sensor, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor
Haptic FeedbackX-axis Linear MotorTactile Engine

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