Two mid-rangers with character. The Pixel is about point-and-shoot photos and AI, the Nothing about design and a telephoto.
Short answer
Pixel 10a - Google photo processing, Gemini, wireless charging, IP68. Nothing Phone (3a) - a 50 MP telephoto, 50 W, Glyph lighting and wide availability.
Key differences
| Spec | Google Pixel 10a | Nothing Phone (3a) |
|---|---|---|
| Chip | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 |
| Display | 6.3", pOLED, 1080×2424, 120 Hz | 6.77", AMOLED, 1080×2392, 120 Hz |
| RAM / storage | 8/128 GB, 8/256 GB | 8/128 GB, 12/256 GB |
| Rear cameras | 48 MP + 13 MP | 50 MP + 8 MP + 50 MP |
| Front | 13 MP | 32 MP |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 30 W / 10 W wireless | 50 W |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 |
| Thickness / weight | 9 mm / 183 g | 201 g |
| Price | current prices | current prices |
Specs come from the device pages on Smartphone.ua.
Cameras
The Pixel wins on processing, the Nothing on having a telephoto.
Chips
Google Tensor G4 and Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3.
Protection
Pixel - IP68, Nothing - IP64.
Verdict: who should buy which
- Point-and-shoot photos and AI - Pixel 10a.
- Telephoto and design - Nothing Phone (3a).
FAQ
Does the Pixel 10a have a telephoto?
No.
What charging does the Nothing Phone (3a) have?
50 W.
Which is better protected?
The Pixel 10a - IP68.