Nothing Phone 3a Pro vs OnePlus Nord 4: Which is the right choice for you
Nothing has announced its latest mid-range smartphone – Nothing Phone (3a) and Phone (3a) Pro – in India. While both the phones are essentially the same, the Pro model comes with more features over the vanilla model.
For instance, it offers a dedicated telephoto lens, better front camera setup, etc. The phone is priced starting at Rs 27,999 with bank discounts.
OnePlus Nord 4, another strong contender, is in the mid-range segment and offers features and hardware that are one step ahead of the competition. Things like all-metal design and dual-camera setup set it apart.
The phone, after the price cut, is available starting at Rs 28,999. There’s an additional bank discount available as well.
When it comes to pricing, both the phones are priced similarly. it is sufficient enough to confuse buyers and to make it easier for you, we’ve compared both the phones.
Nothing Phone 3a Pro vs OnePlus Nord 4: Design and display
OnePlus Nord 4 features a 6.74-inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 2772 x 1240 pixels, a 120Hz refresh rate, and a peak brightness of 2150 nits. It has a 93.5% screen-to-body ratio with support for HDR10+ and ProXDR. The Nothing Phone 3a Pro, on the other hand, comes with a slightly larger 6.77-inch AMOLED display, a lower 1080 x 2392 resolution but a higher peak brightness of 3000 nits. It also includes Panda Glass protection and an IP64 rating for dust and water resistance, which the Nord 4 lacks.
Nothing Phone 3a Pro vs OnePlus Nord 4: Performance and software
OnePlus Nord 4 is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Plus Gen 3 chipset, paired with up to 12GB of LPDDR5X RAM and storage options of up to 256GB (UFS 4.0). It runs on OxygenOS 14.1 based on Android 14, with six years of software support. The Nothing Phone 3a Pro features the Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 processor, which is slightly less powerful than the 7 Plus Gen 3. It offers the same 12GB RAM and 256GB storage option but runs on Nothing OS 3.1 (Android 15), promising three years of Android updates and four years of security patches.
Nothing Phone 3a Pro vs OnePlus Nord 4: Camera system
Nord 4 sports a dual-camera setup with a 50MP primary sensor (Sony LYTIA) with OIS and an 8MP ultra-wide camera. It supports 4K video recording at 60fps, 1080p slow-motion, and multiple AI enhancements. The Nothing Phone 3a Pro offers a more versatile triple-camera system, including a 50MP main sensor with OIS and EIS, a 50MP periscope zoom lens with 3x optical zoom, and an 8MP ultra-wide lens. It also has a 50MP front camera, compared to the Nord 4’s 16MP front shooter.
Nothing Phone 3a Pro vs OnePlus Nord 4: Battery and Charging
The OnePlus Nord 4 comes with a 5,500mAh battery, the largest on any OnePlus device, and supports 100W SUPERVOOC charging, claiming to provide five hours of video streaming on a five-minute charge. The Nothing Phone 3a Pro has a slightly smaller 5,000mAh battery and supports 50W fast charging, reaching 100% in 56 minutes. The Nord 4 has an edge in charging speed.
Nothing Phone 3a Pro vs OnePlus Nord 4: Additional Features
The Nothing Phone 3a Pro includes the Glyph Interface, offering 26 LED zones for notifications, timers, and music visualization. It also features an IP64 rating, dual stereo speakers, and two high-definition microphones. The OnePlus Nord 4 includes an alert slider, dual stereo speakers, and an in-display fingerprint sensor. Both phones support Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, and dual SIM.
Nothing Phone 3a Pro vs OnePlus Nord 4: Verdict
For users who prioritise a premium display, ultra-fast charging, and long-term software support, the OnePlus Nord 4 is the better choice. However, those who prefer a unique design, advanced camera capabilities, and the Glyph Interface may find the Nothing Phone 3a Pro more appealing.
