Quick Verdict
- Choose Xiaomi Mix Flip if gaming and smooth frame rates are your priority.
- Choose Xiaomi Mix Flip if you want the better camera for photos and videos.
- Choose Nothing Phone (3a) if battery life and all-day usage matter most.
- Choose Nothing Phone (3a) if you want the best value for your money.
- Choose Xiaomi Mix Flip if raw performance and multitasking are your focus.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Nothing Phone (3a)
Xiaomi Mix Flip
Performance
83.5
95.9 ★
Camera
78.0
86.0 ★
Battery
88.0 ★
82.0
Gaming
82.5
96.0 ★
Overall
83.9
91.3 ★
Value for Money
Best Value ★
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Scores are out of 100. Value for Money = overall score per rupee spent.
Performance Winner
Xiaomi Mix Flip
95.9/100
Camera Winner
Xiaomi Mix Flip
86.0/100
Battery Winner
Nothing Phone (3a)
88.0/100
Gaming Winner
Xiaomi Mix Flip
96.0/100
Overall Winner
Xiaomi Mix Flip
91.3/100
Best Value
Nothing Phone (3a)
Better Value for Money
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
🏆 Xiaomi Mix Flip
📷 Camera
🏆 Xiaomi Mix Flip
🔋 Battery
🏆 Nothing Phone (3a)
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Xiaomi Mix Flip
💰 Value
🏆 Nothing Phone (3a)
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.77"
6.86"
Display Type
AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, 2160Hz PWM, HDR10+, 800 nits (typ), 1300 nits (HBM), 3000 nits (peak)
Foldable LTPO AMOLED Capacitive Touchscreen, 1B colors
Resolution
1080x2392
1224x2912
Refresh Rate
120 Hz
120 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm)
Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
GPU
Adreno 810
Adreno 750
RAM
12 GB
12 GB
Storage
256 GB
512 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
Dual Camera: 50 MP, f/1.7, 23mm (wide), PDAF, OIS + 50 MP, f/2.0, 47mm (telephoto), PDAF, 2x optical zoom, LED Flash
Selfie Camera
32 MP, f/2.2, 22mm (wide), 1/3.44"
32 MP, f/2.0, 21mm (wide), Dolby Vision HDR, Video (4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps)
Video Recording
4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS, OIS
8K@24fps, 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240/960fps, 720p@1920fps, Dolby Vision HDR
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
5000 mAh
4780 mAh
Charging
50W wired, 50% in 19 min, 100% in 56 min
67W wired
📶 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/6/7, dual-band, Wi-Fi Dire
Bluetooth
5.4, A2DP, LE
5.4 with A2DP, LE, a
NFC
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
USB
USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
USB Type-C 2.0
📞 SIM & Audio
SIM Type
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Dual Sim, Dual Standby (Nano-SIM)
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
163.5 x 77.5 x 8.4 mm (6.44 x 3.05 x 0.33 in)
Unfolded: (167.5 x 74 x 7.6 mm), Folded: (74 x 74 x 16 mm)
Weight
201g
190g
Build Material
Glass front (Panda Glass), plastic frame, glass back
Scratch/drop-resistant glass
Colors
Black, White, Blue, Community Edition green
Black, White, Purple
💻 Software
Operating System
Android 15, upgradable to Android 16, Nothing OS 4.0, up to 3 major Android upgrades
Android 14
Our Verdict
Xiaomi Mix Flip is the overall winner in this comparison, scoring 91.3/100 overall. It excels in Performance, Camera, Gaming. Nothing Phone (3a) puts up a strong fight and wins in Battery. However, Nothing Phone (3a) offers better 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 Mix Flip
Pros
- Flagship-grade processor
- Good camera quality
- Good battery life
- Great for gaming
- 67W fast charging
Cons
- Premium pricing
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Nothing Phone (3a) or Xiaomi Mix Flip?
Xiaomi Mix Flip is the overall winner with a score of 91.3/100, winning in 3 out of 4 categories.
Which has a better camera, Nothing Phone (3a) or Xiaomi Mix Flip?
Xiaomi Mix Flip wins in camera with 86.0/100 vs 78.0/100.
Which has better battery life?
Nothing Phone (3a) has better battery with a score of 88.0/100.
Which is better for gaming?
Xiaomi Mix Flip is better for gaming with a score of 96.0/100.
Which offers better value for money?
Nothing Phone (3a) offers better value at PKR 153,499 with a value score of 2.2.
What is the price difference between Nothing Phone (3a) and Xiaomi Mix Flip?
Nothing Phone (3a) costs PKR 153,499 while Xiaomi Mix Flip costs PKR 399,999. The price difference is PKR 246,500.
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