Quick Verdict
- Choose Nothing Phone (3a) if gaming and smooth frame rates are your priority.
- Choose Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro if you want the better camera for photos and videos.
- Choose Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro if battery life and all-day usage matter most.
- Choose Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro 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 15 Pro
Performance
83.5 ★
57.0
Camera
78.0
90.0 ★
Battery
88.0
96.0 ★
Gaming
82.5 ★
59.0
Overall
83.9 ★
78.2
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 15 Pro
90.0/100
Battery Winner
Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro
96.0/100
Gaming Winner
Nothing Phone (3a)
82.5/100
Overall Winner
Nothing Phone (3a)
83.9/100
Best Value
Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro
Better Value for Money
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
🏆 Nothing Phone (3a)
📷 Camera
🏆 Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro
🔋 Battery
🏆 Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Nothing Phone (3a)
💰 Value
🏆 Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.77"
6.77"
Display Type
AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, 2160Hz PWM, HDR10+, 800 nits (typ), 1300 nits (HBM), 3000 nits (peak)
AMOLED, 68B colors, 120Hz, 3840Hz PWM, HDR10+, 800 nits (typ), 3200 nits (peak)
Resolution
1080x2392
1080x2392
Refresh Rate
120 Hz
120 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm)
Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm)
GPU
Adreno 810
Adreno 710
RAM
12 GB
6 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
108 MP, f/1.7, 24mm (wide), 1/1.67", 0.64µm, PDAF, OIS 8 MP, f/2.2, 16mm (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm
Selfie Camera
32 MP, f/2.2, 22mm (wide), 1/3.44"
20 MP, f/2.2, 21mm (wide), 1/4.0"
Video Recording
4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS, OIS
1080p@30fps
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
5000 mAh
5520 mAh
Charging
50W wired, 50% in 19 min, 100% in 56 min
45W wired 18W reverse 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, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
5.4, A2DP, LE
5.1 or 5.3, 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
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
163.5 x 77.5 x 8.4 mm (6.44 x 3.05 x 0.33 in)
164 x 75.4 x 7.4 mm (6.46 x 2.97 x 0.29 in)
Weight
201g
178g
Build Material
Glass front (Panda Glass), plastic frame, glass back
Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back
Colors
Black, White, Blue, Community Edition green
Black, Glacier Blue, Mist Purple
💻 Software
Operating System
Android 15, upgradable to Android 16, Nothing OS 4.0, up to 3 major Android upgrades
Android 15, up to 4 major Android upgrades, HyperOS 2
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 15 Pro
Pros
- Excellent camera system
- All-day battery life
- 120Hz smooth display
- 5G connectivity
- NFC payments
Cons
- Basic processor
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Nothing Phone (3a) or Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro?
Both phones are very closely matched with similar overall scores.
Which has a better camera, Nothing Phone (3a) or Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro?
Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro wins in camera with 90.0/100 vs 78.0/100.
Which has better battery life?
Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro has better battery with a score of 96.0/100.
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 15 Pro offers better value at PKR 91,999 with a value score of 2.7.
What is the price difference between Nothing Phone (3a) and Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro?
Nothing Phone (3a) costs PKR 153,499 while Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro costs PKR 91,999. The price difference is PKR 61,500.
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