Nothing Phone (3a) vs Samsung Galaxy A08: 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)
Samsung Galaxy A08
Nothing Phone (3a) wins 3 of 5 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)6945
- Camerafrom specsNothing Phone (3a)8232
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieNothing Phone (3a)8860
- Batteryfrom specsSamsung Galaxy A0867100
- Displayfrom specsTie8888
- ConnectivityNot enough data
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueNot enough data
- Samsung Galaxy A08 has the bigger battery6,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
- Nothing Phone (3a) has the bigger screen6.77" vs 6.7"
- Nothing Phone (3a) has a sharper selfie camera32 MP vs 16 MP
- Nothing Phone (3a) has more RAM8 GB vs 4 GB
- Nothing Phone (3a) has the faster chipSnapdragon 7s Gen 3 vs Helio G99
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Nothing Phone (3a) wins — BeastScore 86.0/100
After comparing all the specs, Nothing Phone (3a) is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Significantly faster wired charging: 50W vs max 0W and Dedicated optical telephoto zoom (1 lens system).
Significantly faster wired charging: 50W vs max 0W · Dedicated optical telephoto zoom (1 lens system)
Larger battery capacity: 6,000 mAh (+1,000 mAh more)
Common questions
Which is better: Nothing Phone (3a) or Samsung Galaxy A08?
Nothing Phone (3a) leads with an overall BeastScore of 86.0/100 compared to Samsung Galaxy A08 (86.0/100), driven by advantages in Significantly faster wired charging: 50W vs max 0W and Dedicated optical telephoto zoom (1 lens system).
What are the main battery and display differences between Nothing Phone (3a) and Samsung Galaxy A08?
Nothing Phone (3a) has a 6.77-inch display and 5000 mAh battery. Samsung Galaxy A08 has a 6.7-inch display and 6000 mAh battery.
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