BeastCompare - Independent Smartphone Battles & Specifications
Home/Battles/Nothing Phone (3a) vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G
Lab Benchmark Battle

Nothing Phone (3a) vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing display brightness, chipset benchmark percentiles, multi-camera arrays, battery capacity, and charging speeds.

Smartphone Battle
Comparing 2 devicesSwipe across ⇄
Nothing · 2025

Nothing Phone (3a)

Nothing Phone (3a)
86/ 100
Launch MSRP$379 USD
Samsung

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G
85/ 100
Launch MSRPPricing on request
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Nothing Phone (3a) BETTER THAN Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G?

Tap an area on the radar to inspect category hardware facts

Nothing Phone (3a)Winner 🏆
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORNothing PhoneSamsung GalaxyLEADER
Refresh Rate120Hz120Hz120Hz
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh4,300 mAh+5,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging50WStandard50W Max
Main Camera Sensor50 MP50 MP50 MP
Screen Display Size6.77"6.9"6.9"
Chassis Weight201gN/A201g Lightest
Compare All 177+ Specifications Below↓

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

Swipe across ⇄
Reasons to buy Nothing Phone (3a):
  • ✓798g lighter chassis (201g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓$9620 lower launch MSRP ($379 vs $9999)
  • ✓Larger 5,000 mAh battery capacity (+700 mAh more capacity)
Reasons to buy Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G:
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓6.9" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

Swipe across ⇄
SpecificationNothing Phone (3a)Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G
1. Display & Screen🏆 Nothing Phone (3a) Wins Display
Screen Type & TechAMOLEDAMOLED
Screen Size6.77"6.9"
Resolution & Density2392x1080 (387 ppi)FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness3,000 nits peakN/A
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 15Android
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB LPDDR12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage128GB / 256GB512 GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Nothing Phone (3a) Wins Camera
Primary Camera50 MP, f/1.88, OIS50 MP, Triple Camera System
Telephoto Zoom50 MP (3x optical zoom), f/2.55None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera8 MP, f/2.2N/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
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 Lens32 MP, f/2.212 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Nothing Phone (3a) Lightest Chassis
Dimensions163.5 x 77.5 x 8.4 mmN/A
Weight201 gN/A
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceIP64Not certified
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Nothing Phone (3a) Wins Battery
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh4,300 mAh
Wired Fast Charging50W wired fast chargingFast charging
Wireless ChargingNot supportedNot supported
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 6Wi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-band
Bluetooth5.4Bluetooth 5.3+
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 2.0USB Type-C
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compassBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS via satellite (select markets)Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsStandard finishesStandard finishes
Launch Price$379Price on request
Editorial Lab Verdict

Nothing Phone (3a) edges ahead with a BeastScore of 86.0/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Nothing Phone (3a) 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 (3a):
Higher overall BeastScore: 86.0 vs top rival 85.3 · Larger battery capacity: 5,000 mAh (+700 mAh more)
When to buy Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G:
More system memory: 12GB RAM vs max 8GB
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Nothing Phone (3a) vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G

Which phone is better: Nothing Phone (3a) or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G?

Nothing Phone (3a) leads with an overall BeastScore of 86.0/100 compared to Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G (85.3/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 86.0 vs top rival 85.3 and Larger battery capacity: 5,000 mAh (+700 mAh more).

What are the primary battery and display differences between Nothing Phone (3a) and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G?

Nothing Phone (3a) is equipped with a 6.77-inch display and 5000 mAh battery, while Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G features a 6.9-inch display and 4300 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Nothing Phone (3a) and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G?

In lab hardware evaluations, Nothing Phone (3a) scores 91/100 in camera performance, while Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G scores 80/100.

Similar Hardware Tier

Related Smartphones (Based on Benchmark Scores)

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special
Samsung · 2024

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special

Score: 86/100
Apple iPad Air 11 5G (2026)
Apple · 2026

Apple iPad Air 11 5G (2026)

Score: 87/100
Pixel 10 Pro Fold
Google · 2025

Pixel 10 Pro Fold

Score: 86/100
OnePlus Turbo 6X Pro 5G
Oneplus · 2026

OnePlus Turbo 6X Pro 5G

Score: 87/100
Xiaomi Poco M6 Plus
Xiaomi · 2024

Xiaomi Poco M6 Plus

Score: 86/100
vivo S60 Vitality 5G
Vivo · 2026

vivo S60 Vitality 5G

Score: 86/100
Oppo K15 5G
Oppo · 2026

Oppo K15 5G

Score: 86/100
Motorola Edge 60 Pro
Motorola · 2025

Motorola Edge 60 Pro

Score: 90/100
Trending Matchups

Related Smartphone Battles & Comparisons

Battle #186 vs 86

Nothing Phone (3a) vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special

Nothing Phone (3a)
Nothing Phone (3a)
V/S
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special
Compare Both Phones→
Battle #285 vs 85

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G vs Galaxy A57 5G

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G
V/S
Galaxy A57 5G
Galaxy A57 5G
Compare Both Phones→
Battle #386 vs 87

Nothing Phone (3a) vs Apple iPad Air 11 5G (2026)

Nothing Phone (3a)
Nothing Phone (3a)
V/S
Apple iPad Air 11 5G (2026)
Apple iPad Air 11 5G (2026)
Compare Both Phones→
Battle #485 vs 85

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G vs Apple iPad Air 13 (2024)

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G
V/S
Apple iPad Air 13 (2024)
Apple iPad Air 13 (2024)
Compare Both Phones→
Battle #586 vs 86

Nothing Phone (3a) vs Pixel 10 Pro Fold

Nothing Phone (3a)
Nothing Phone (3a)
V/S
Pixel 10 Pro Fold
Pixel 10 Pro Fold
Compare Both Phones→
Battle #685 vs 85

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G vs Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G
V/S
Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G
Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G
Compare Both Phones→
Battle #786 vs 87

Nothing Phone (3a) vs OnePlus Turbo 6X Pro 5G

Nothing Phone (3a)
Nothing Phone (3a)
V/S
OnePlus Turbo 6X Pro 5G
OnePlus Turbo 6X Pro 5G
Compare Both Phones→
Battle #885 vs 85

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G vs OnePlus Pad Lite

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G
V/S
OnePlus Pad Lite
OnePlus Pad Lite
Compare Both Phones→