Nothing Phone (3a) vs OnePlus N6 Lite: Which One Should You Buy?
Nothing Phone (3a) edges ahead with a BeastScore of 86.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
Nothing Phone (3a)
OnePlus N6 Lite
Nothing Phone (3a) wins 4 of 6 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score
- Speedfrom specsNothing Phone (3a)6933
- Camerafrom specsNothing Phone (3a)8357
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieNothing Phone (3a)8840
- Batteryfrom specsOnePlus N6 Lite6275
- Displayfrom specsNothing Phone (3a)8858
- ConnectivityNot enough data
- SecurityTie3434
- ValueNot enough data
- OnePlus N6 Lite has the bigger battery7,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
- Nothing Phone (3a) charges faster50W vs 15W
- Nothing Phone (3a) has a sharper main camera50 MP vs 13 MP
- Nothing Phone (3a) has the bigger screen6.77" vs 6.75"
- Nothing Phone (3a) is lighter201 g vs 215 g
- Nothing Phone (3a) has a sharper selfie camera32 MP vs 5 MP
- Nothing Phone (3a) has more RAM8 GB vs 4 GB
- Nothing Phone (3a) has the faster chipSnapdragon 7s Gen 3 vs Unisoc T7250
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Nothing Phone (3a) wins — BeastScore 86.0/100
The Nothing Phone (3a) is the better pick for most people thanks to its faster charging (50W vs 15W) and sharper main camera (50 MP vs 13 MP). The OnePlus N6 Lite is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (7,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh).
Faster wired charging: 50W vs 15W · Higher-resolution main camera: 50 MP vs 13 MP
Larger battery: 7,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
Common questions
Which is better: Nothing Phone (3a) or OnePlus N6 Lite?
The Nothing Phone (3a) is the better pick for most people thanks to its faster charging (50W vs 15W) and sharper main camera (50 MP vs 13 MP). The OnePlus N6 Lite is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (7,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). BeastScore: Nothing Phone (3a) 86.0/100, OnePlus N6 Lite 86.0/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between Nothing Phone (3a) and OnePlus N6 Lite?
Nothing Phone (3a) has a 6.77-inch display and 5000 mAh battery. OnePlus N6 Lite has a 6.75-inch display and 7000 mAh battery.
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