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Nothing Phone (3) vs Samsung Galaxy A27 5G

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Nothing · 2025

Nothing Phone (3)

88/ 100

Launch MSRP$799 USD

Samsung

Samsung Galaxy A27 5G

88/ 100

Launch MSRPPricing on request

WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Nothing Phone (3) BETTER THAN Samsung Galaxy A27 5G?

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Nothing Phone (3)Winner 🏆

Samsung Galaxy A27 5G

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

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SPEC FACTOR	Nothing Phone	Samsung Galaxy	LEADER
Refresh Rate	120Hz	120Hz	120Hz
Battery Capacity	5,150 mAh	5,000 mAh	+5,150 mAh
Wired Fast Charging	65W	Standard	65W Max
Main Camera Sensor	50 MP	50 MP	50 MP
Screen Display Size	6.67"	6.7"	6.7"
Chassis Weight	218g	N/A	218g Lightest

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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Nothing Phone (3):

✓781g lighter chassis (218g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
✓$9200 lower launch MSRP ($799 vs $9999)
✓Larger 5,150 mAh battery capacity (+150 mAh more capacity)

Reasons to buy Samsung Galaxy A27 5G:

✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
✓6.7" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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Specification	Nothing Phone (3)	Samsung Galaxy A27 5G
1. Display & Screen🏆 Nothing Phone (3) Wins Display
Screen Type & Tech	LTPO AMOLED	AMOLED
Screen Size	6.67"	6.7"
Resolution & Density	2800x1260 (460 ppi)	FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED
Refresh Rate	120 Hz ProMotion	120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness	4,500 nits peak	N/A
Screen Protection	Scratch-resistant glass	Scratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Samsung Galaxy A27 5G Wins Performance
Chipset / Processor	High performance SoC	Snapdragon 6 Gen 3
CPU Cores	Multi-core high performance	Multi-core high performance
GPU Graphics	Integrated Graphics	Integrated Graphics
Operating System	Android 15	Android
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory	12 GB LPDDR	8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage	256GB / 512GB	256 GB
Storage Speed	High-speed flash	High-speed flash
Card Slot	No	No
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Nothing Phone (3) Wins Camera
Primary Camera	50 MP, f/1.7, OIS, Sony LYT-700	50 MP, Triple Camera System
Telephoto Zoom	50 MP (3x optical zoom), f/2.7, OIS	None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera	50 MP, f/2.2	N/A
LiDAR / Depth	None	None
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video	4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR	4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
Front Video	4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS	4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens	50 MP, f/2.2	12 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Nothing Phone (3) Lightest Chassis
Dimensions	160.6 x 75.7 x 9 mm	N/A
Weight	218 g	N/A
Build Materials	Glass front, metal/glass frame	Glass front, metal/glass frame
SIM Type	Nano-SIM / eSIM support	Nano-SIM / eSIM support
Water Resistance	IP68	Not certified
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Nothing Phone (3) Wins Battery
Battery Capacity	5,150 mAh	5,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging	65W wired fast charging	Fast charging
Wireless Charging	15W wireless charging	Not supported
Reverse Charging	Reverse wireless charging	Reverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
Loudspeaker	Stereo speakers	Stereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone Jack	No	No
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi Standard	Wi-Fi 7	Wi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-band
Bluetooth	6.0	Bluetooth 5.3+
USB Port & Speed	USB-C 3.2	USB Type-C
NFC	Yes (contactless payment)	Yes
11. Sensors & Security
Sensors	Biometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass	Biometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite Features	Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)	Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
Colors	Standard finishes	Standard finishes
Launch Price	$799	Price on request

Editorial Lab Verdict

Nothing Phone (3) edges ahead with a BeastScore of 87.6/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Nothing Phone (3) ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 91/100 camera rating.

When to buy Nothing Phone (3):

Higher overall BeastScore: 87.6 vs top rival 87.5 · Significantly faster wired charging: 65W vs max 0W

When to buy Samsung Galaxy A27 5G:

Balanced specifications with Samsung hardware design · Runs Android with optimized security support

Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Nothing Phone (3) vs Samsung Galaxy A27 5G

Which phone is better: Nothing Phone (3) or Samsung Galaxy A27 5G?

Nothing Phone (3) leads with an overall BeastScore of 87.6/100 compared to Samsung Galaxy A27 5G (87.5/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 87.6 vs top rival 87.5 and Significantly faster wired charging: 65W vs max 0W.

What are the primary battery and display differences between Nothing Phone (3) and Samsung Galaxy A27 5G?

Nothing Phone (3) is equipped with a 6.67-inch display and 5150 mAh battery, while Samsung Galaxy A27 5G features a 6.7-inch display and 5000 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Nothing Phone (3) and Samsung Galaxy A27 5G?

In lab hardware evaluations, Nothing Phone (3) scores 91/100 in camera performance, while Samsung Galaxy A27 5G scores 80/100.

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Nothing Phone (3) vs Samsung Galaxy A27 5G

Nothing Phone (3)

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WHY IS Nothing Phone (3) BETTER THAN Samsung Galaxy A27 5G?

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

Nothing Phone (3) edges ahead with a BeastScore of 87.6/100

Frequently Asked Questions: Nothing Phone (3) vs Samsung Galaxy A27 5G

Which phone is better: Nothing Phone (3) or Samsung Galaxy A27 5G?

What are the primary battery and display differences between Nothing Phone (3) and Samsung Galaxy A27 5G?

How do the camera capabilities compare between Nothing Phone (3) and Samsung Galaxy A27 5G?

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