Quick Verdict
- Choose Nothing Phone (3a) if gaming and smooth frame rates are your priority.
- Choose Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 8GB if you want the better camera for photos and videos.
- Choose Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 8GB if battery life and all-day usage matter most.
- Choose Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 8GB if you want the best value for your money.
- Choose Nothing Phone (3a) if raw performance and multitasking are your focus.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Nothing Phone (3a)
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 8GB
Performance
83.5 ★
80.0
Camera
78.0
100.0 ★
Battery
88.0
92.0 ★
Gaming
82.5 ★
80.5
Overall
83.9
89.0 ★
Value for Money
—
Best Value ★
Scores are out of 100. Value for Money = overall score per rupee spent.
Performance Winner
Nothing Phone (3a)
83.5/100
Camera Winner
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 8GB
100.0/100
Battery Winner
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 8GB
92.0/100
Gaming Winner
Nothing Phone (3a)
82.5/100
Overall Winner
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 8GB
89.0/100
Best Value
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 8GB
Better Value for Money
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
🏆 Nothing Phone (3a)
📷 Camera
🏆 Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 8GB
🔋 Battery
🏆 Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 8GB
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Nothing Phone (3a)
💰 Value
🏆 Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 8GB
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.77"
6.67"
Display Type
AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, 2160Hz PWM, HDR10+, 800 nits (typ), 1300 nits (HBM), 3000 nits (peak)
AMOLED, 68B colors, 120Hz, 1920Hz PWM, Dolby Vision, 500 nits (typ), 1200 nits (HBM), 1800 nits (pea
Resolution
1080x2392
1220x2712
Refresh Rate
120 Hz
120 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm)
Qualcomm SM7435-AB Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 (4 nm)
GPU
Adreno 810
Adreno 710
RAM
12 GB
8 GB
Storage
256 GB
128 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
200 MP, f/1.7, 23mm (wide), 1/1.4", 0.56µm, multi-directional PDAF, OIS 8 MP, f/2.2, 118˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm 2 MP (macro)
Selfie Camera
32 MP, f/2.2, 22mm (wide), 1/3.44"
16 MP, f/2.4, (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm
Video Recording
4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS, OIS
1080p@30/60fps
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
5000 mAh
5100 mAh
Charging
50W wired, 50% in 19 min, 100% in 56 min
67W wired, PD3.0, 50% in 17 min, 100% in 44 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, dual-band
Bluetooth
5.4, A2DP, LE
5.2, 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 + eSIM· 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)
161.2 x 74.2 x 8 mm (6.35 x 2.92 x 0.31 in)
Weight
201g
187g
Build Material
Glass front (Panda Glass), plastic frame, glass back
Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), plastic frame, glass back
Colors
Black, White, Blue, Community Edition green
Midnight Black, Aurora Purple (Coral Purple), Ocean Teal, Arctic White, Olive Green, Scarlet Red
💻 Software
Operating System
Android 15, upgradable to Android 16, Nothing OS 4.0, up to 3 major Android upgrades
Android 13, upgradable to Android 16, HyperOS 3, up to 3 major Android upgrades
Our Verdict
Both phones are very closely matched. Your choice should depend on which features matter most to you — whether it's camera quality, battery life, gaming performance, or value for money.
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 Redmi Note 13 Pro 8GB
Pros
- Strong performance
- Excellent camera system
- All-day battery life
- 67W fast charging
- 120Hz smooth display
Cons
- Limited availability
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Nothing Phone (3a) or Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 8GB?
Both phones are very closely matched with similar overall scores.
Which has a better camera, Nothing Phone (3a) or Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 8GB?
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 8GB wins in camera with 100.0/100 vs 78.0/100.
Which has better battery life?
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 8GB has better battery with a score of 92.0/100.
Which is better for gaming?
Nothing Phone (3a) is better for gaming with a score of 82.5/100.
Which offers better value for money?
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 8GB offers better value at PKR 58,899 with a value score of 3.5.
What is the price difference between Nothing Phone (3a) and Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 8GB?
Nothing Phone (3a) costs PKR 153,499 while Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 8GB costs PKR 58,899. The price difference is PKR 94,600.
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