Quick Verdict
- Choose Xiaomi 15T if gaming and smooth frame rates are your priority.
- Choose Xiaomi 15T if you want the better camera for photos and videos.
- Choose Xiaomi 15T if battery life and all-day usage matter most.
- Choose Xiaomi 15T if raw performance and multitasking are your focus.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Nothing Phone (3a)
Xiaomi 15T
Performance
83.5
95.2 ★
Camera
78.0
86.0 ★
Battery
88.0
100.0 ★
Gaming
82.5
96.9 ★
Overall
83.9
93.9 ★
Value for Money
Equal
Equal
Scores are out of 100. Value for Money = overall score per rupee spent.
Performance Winner
Xiaomi 15T
95.2/100
Camera Winner
Xiaomi 15T
86.0/100
Battery Winner
Xiaomi 15T
100.0/100
Gaming Winner
Xiaomi 15T
96.9/100
Overall Winner
Xiaomi 15T
93.9/100
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
🏆 Xiaomi 15T
📷 Camera
🏆 Xiaomi 15T
🔋 Battery
🏆 Xiaomi 15T
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Xiaomi 15T
💰 Value
Tie
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.77"
6.83"
Display Type
AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, 2160Hz PWM, HDR10+, 800 nits (typ), 1300 nits (HBM), 3000 nits (peak)
AMOLED, 68B colors, 144Hz, 3840Hz PWM, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, 3200 nits (peak)
Resolution
1080x2392
1280x2772
Refresh Rate
120 Hz
144 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm)
Mediatek Dimensity 9400+ (3 nm)
GPU
Adreno 810
Immortalis-G925
RAM
12 GB
12 GB
Storage
256 GB
256 GB
📸 Camera
Main Camera
50 MP, f/1.9, 24mm (wide), 1/1.57", 1.0µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 50 MP, f/2.0, 50mm (telephoto), 1/2.74", 0.64µm, PDAF (25cm - ∞), 2x optical zoom 8 MP, f/2.2, 15mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm
50 MP, f/1.6, 23mm (wide), 1/1.31", 1.2µm, multi-directional PDAF, OIS 50 MP, f/3.0, 115mm (periscope telephoto), 1/2.76", 0.64µm, PDAF (10cm - ∞), OIS, 5x optical zoom 12 MP, f/2.2, 15mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/3.06", 1.12µm
Selfie Camera
32 MP, f/2.2, 22mm (wide), 1/3.44"
32 MP, f/2.2, 21mm (wide), 1/3.44", 0.64µm
Video Recording
4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS, OIS
4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, HDR10+
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
5000 mAh
5500 mAh
Charging
50W wired, 50% in 19 min, 100% in 56 min
90W wired, PD3.0, QC4, 100% in 36 min 50W wireless, 100% in 56 min
📶 Network & Connectivity
5G
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, dual-band, Wi-Fi Dir
Bluetooth
5.4, A2DP, LE
6.0, A2DP, LE
NFC
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
USB
USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
📞 SIM & Audio
SIM Type
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
163.5 x 77.5 x 8.4 mm (6.44 x 3.05 x 0.33 in)
162.7 x 77.9 x 8 mm (6.41 x 3.07 x 0.31 in)
Weight
201g
210g
Build Material
Glass front (Panda Glass), plastic frame, glass back
Glass front (Gorilla Glass 7i), aluminum frame, glass-fiber reinforced plastic back
Colors
Black, White, Blue, Community Edition green
Black, Gray, Mocha Gold
💻 Software
Operating System
Android 15, upgradable to Android 16, Nothing OS 4.0, up to 3 major Android upgrades
Android 15, upgradable to Android 16, HyperOS 3
Our Verdict
Xiaomi 15T is the overall winner in this comparison, scoring 93.9/100 overall. It excels in Performance, Camera, Battery, Gaming. Nothing Phone (3a) puts up a strong fight with a score of 83.9/100.
Pros & Cons Comparison
Nothing Phone (3a)
Pros
- Strong performance
- Good camera quality
- All-day battery life
- 120Hz smooth display
- 5G connectivity
Cons
- Premium pricing
Xiaomi 15T
Pros
- Flagship-grade processor
- Good camera quality
- All-day battery life
- Great for gaming
- 90W fast charging
Cons
- Premium pricing
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Nothing Phone (3a) or Xiaomi 15T?
Xiaomi 15T is the overall winner with a score of 93.9/100, winning in 4 out of 4 categories.
Which has a better camera, Nothing Phone (3a) or Xiaomi 15T?
Xiaomi 15T wins in camera with 86.0/100 vs 78.0/100.
Which has better battery life?
Xiaomi 15T has better battery with a score of 100.0/100.
Which is better for gaming?
Xiaomi 15T is better for gaming with a score of 96.9/100.
Which offers better value for money?
Both phones offer similar value for money.
What is the price difference between Nothing Phone (3a) and Xiaomi 15T?
Nothing Phone (3a) costs PKR 153,499 while Xiaomi 15T costs PKR 169,999. The price difference is PKR 16,500.
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