Nothing Phone 3 vs Pixel 10 Pro
It’s Nothing against Google in the flagship smartphone class, and the Nothing Phone 3 and the Pixel 10 Pro are the models carrying each flag. The Pixel 10 Pro wins more of the areas that we compared (3 of 6), and its most convincing lead is in performance. Money matters here as well, since the Pixel 10 Pro started out $200 above the Nothing Phone 3.
At a glance
- Display Nothing Phone 3 wins
- Performance Pixel 10 Pro wins
- Memory & Storage Nothing Phone 3 wins
- Camera Pixel 10 Pro wins
- Battery & Charging Nothing Phone 3 wins
- Software & Updates Pixel 10 Pro wins
- Price Nothing Phone 3 wins
- Display7.4
- Performance5.6
- Memory & Storage3.6
- Camera3.7
- Battery & Charging3.7
- Display6.2
- Performance9.7
- Memory & Storage2.8
- Camera4.2
- Battery & Charging2.1
Spec scores (0 to 10) are calculated from manufacturer specs against other models in the same class. See how the formula works. They are not reviews or user ratings.
Key Differences
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The Pixel 10 Pro has 5× optical zoom versus 3×
At 5× versus 3×, this is a decisive lead for the Pixel 10 Pro, the kind of difference you notice without looking for it. Higher optical zoom lets you frame distant subjects tightly without losing detail to digital cropping.
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The Pixel 10 Pro has 2 years of extra promised updates
If promised os updates is one of your priorities, this settles it: the Pixel 10 Pro leads clearly with 7 years to the Nothing Phone 3’s 5 years. A longer update promise keeps the phone secure and current for longer, which matters if you keep devices for several years.
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The Pixel 10 Pro has 4 GB more RAM
The numbers aren’t close. The Pixel 10 Pro lists 16 GB for ram, while the Nothing Phone 3 lists 12 GB. Extra memory also gives the Pixel 10 Pro more headroom for heavier apps and for software updates in the years ahead.
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The Nothing Phone 3 has 256 GB of base storage instead of 128 GB
A clear win for the Nothing Phone 3: 256 GB against 128 GB. Few specs in this matchup are as one-sided. The Nothing Phone 3 starts with more room, which means fewer “storage full” warnings and less time deleting old videos.
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The Nothing Phone 3 has faster 65 W wired charging
Here the Nothing Phone 3 pulls well ahead of the Pixel 10 Pro, with 65 W compared to 30 W. The Nothing Phone 3 refills faster on a cable, which matters most on the mornings you forgot to charge overnight.
Design & Size
- Nothing Phone 3 6.32 in × 2.98 in × 0.35 in
- Pixel 10 Pro 6.02 in × 2.83 in × 0.34 in
In overall size, the Nothing Phone 3 is ahead, which is good news only if a bigger phone is what you want. If lightness matters, note the 0.39 oz gap in favor of the Pixel 10 Pro. If a thin profile matters to you, the Pixel 10 Pro is 0.02 in slimmer.
Design & Build
| Spec | Nothing Phone 3 | Pixel 10 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 6.32 in | 6.02 in |
| Width | 2.98 in | 2.83 in |
| Thickness | 0.35 in | 0.34 in (winner) |
| Weight | 7.69 oz | 7.30 oz (winner) |
| Water & dust rating | IP68 | IP68 |
| Frame | Aluminum | Aluminum |
Display
Nothing Phone 3 leads
The Nothing Phone 3 is the clear pick if display is what you care about most. The Nothing Phone 3 delivers 36% higher peak brightness. Peak brightness decides how readable the screen stays in direct sunlight and how punchy HDR content looks. That makes the Nothing Phone 3 the natural choice for buyers focused on display.
Peak brightness
Nothing Phone 3: 4,500 nits Pixel 10 Pro: 3,300 nits Peak figures are usually reached only in short bursts or small areas of the screen, but a higher ceiling still helps outdoor visibility.
Screen size
Nothing Phone 3: 6.7 in Pixel 10 Pro: 6.3 in A bigger screen makes reading, video and maps more comfortable, while a smaller one is easier to use with one hand and slips into more pockets.
Performance
Pixel 10 Pro leads
On performance, the gap between these two is wide, and it favors the Pixel 10 Pro. The Pixel 10 Pro steps ahead thanks to 4 GB more RAM. Opening a single app, you won’t feel the difference. With lots of tabs, a game and the camera in rotation, the Pixel 10 Pro has more room to work with. Net result: the Pixel 10 Pro leads this part of the comparison.
RAM
Nothing Phone 3: 12 GB Pixel 10 Pro: 16 GB More RAM lets a phone keep more apps open in the background, so switching back to them is instant instead of a reload.
Process node
Nothing Phone 3: 4 nm Pixel 10 Pro: 3 nm Process numbers are partly marketing labels these days, so read this as a hint about efficiency rather than a verdict.
Memory & Storage
Nothing Phone 3 leads
The Pixel 10 Pro is outclassed on memory & storage; the Nothing Phone 3 leads by a clear margin. The Nothing Phone 3 makes its case with 256 GB of base storage instead of 128 GB. Base storage is what you get without paying extra. Photos, videos and apps add up quickly, so more space at the entry price is real value. The Pixel 10 Pro stands out with a bigger top storage option. So if memory & storage tops your list, lean toward the Nothing Phone 3.
Base storage
Nothing Phone 3: 256 GB Pixel 10 Pro: 128 GB If you shoot a lot of video or keep music and maps offline, base storage is one of the specs you’ll feel most over the years.
Max storage
Nothing Phone 3: 512 GB Pixel 10 Pro: 1 TB Heavy video shooters and people with large offline libraries benefit from the Pixel 10 Pro’s bigger maximum.
Camera
Pixel 10 Pro leads
The camera comparison is one-sided. The Pixel 10 Pro leads where it counts. The Pixel 10 Pro adds 5× optical zoom versus 3×. The Pixel 10 Pro reaches further with real optics, which pays off for wildlife, stages and sports from the stands. The Nothing Phone 3 has the edge with a sharper 50 MP selfie camera. If this section decides it for you, choose the Pixel 10 Pro.
Optical zoom
Nothing Phone 3: 3× Pixel 10 Pro: 5× Digital zoom can fake reach, but optical zoom is where the detail actually comes from.
Front camera
Nothing Phone 3: 50 MP Pixel 10 Pro: 42 MP A sharper selfie camera helps with video calls, vlogs and group selfies.
Battery & Charging
Nothing Phone 3 leads
In this area the Nothing Phone 3 has a lead the Pixel 10 Pro can’t close. Point to the Nothing Phone 3 for faster 65 W wired charging. Peak charging speeds depend on a compatible charger, which may not come in the box. Anyone shopping mainly on battery & charging should start with the Nothing Phone 3.
Wired charging
Nothing Phone 3: 65 W Pixel 10 Pro: 30 W Faster wired charging means a short top-up before you head out goes further.
Battery capacity
Nothing Phone 3: 5,150 mAh Pixel 10 Pro: 4,870 mAh Extra capacity also ages better: after a few years of charge cycles, the Nothing Phone 3 has more headroom left.
Software & Updates
Pixel 10 Pro leads
This section belongs to the Pixel 10 Pro. In software & updates, it leads the Nothing Phone 3 by a margin that’s hard to ignore. The Pixel 10 Pro wins here with 2 years of extra promised updates. The Pixel 10 Pro’s longer software support can also help its resale value later on. The software & updates verdict goes to the Pixel 10 Pro.
Promised OS updates
Nothing Phone 3: 5 years Pixel 10 Pro: 7 years Software support is what separates a phone that ages gracefully from one that doesn’t, making it one of the most practical lines on the spec sheet.
Full Specifications
Display
| Spec | Nothing Phone 3 | Pixel 10 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.7 in | 6.3 in |
| Panel type | AMOLED | LTPO OLED (Super Actua) |
| Resolution | 2800 x 1260 | 2856 x 1280 |
| Pixel density | N/A (not specified) | 495 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 4,500 nits (winner) | 3,300 nits |
| Always-on display | N/A (not specified) | Yes |
Performance
| Spec | Nothing Phone 3 | Pixel 10 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 | Google Tensor G5 |
| CPU cores | 8 | 8 |
| Process node | 4 nm | 3 nm (winner) |
| RAM | 12 GB | 16 GB (winner) |
Memory & Storage
| Spec | Nothing Phone 3 | Pixel 10 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Base storage | 256 GB (winner) | 128 GB |
| Max storage | 512 GB | 1 TB (winner) |
| microSD slot | No | No |
Camera
| Spec | Nothing Phone 3 | Pixel 10 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Ultra-wide camera | 50 MP | 48 MP |
| Telephoto camera | 50 MP | 48 MP |
| Optical zoom | 3× | 5× (winner) |
| Rear cameras | 3 | 3 |
| Front camera | 50 MP (winner) | 42 MP |
| Max video | 4K60 | 4K60 (8K via Video Boost) |
Battery & Charging
| Spec | Nothing Phone 3 | Pixel 10 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Battery capacity | 5,150 mAh (winner) | 4,870 mAh |
| Wired charging | 65 W (winner) | 30 W |
| Wireless charging | 15 W | 15 W |
| Port | USB-C (USB 2) | USB-C |
Software & Updates
| Spec | Nothing Phone 3 | Pixel 10 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| OS at launch | Nothing OS 3.5 (Android 15) | Android 16 |
| Promised OS updatesManufacturer commitment | 5 years | 7 years (winner) |
Design & Build
| Spec | Nothing Phone 3 | Pixel 10 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 6.32 in | 6.02 in |
| Width | 2.98 in | 2.83 in |
| Thickness | 0.35 in | 0.34 in (winner) |
| Weight | 7.69 oz | 7.30 oz (winner) |
| Water & dust rating | IP68 | IP68 |
| Frame | Aluminum | Aluminum |
Price
| Spec | Nothing Phone 3 | Pixel 10 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Launch price | $799 (winner) | $999 |
“N/A” means the manufacturer does not specify the value or we could not confirm it. Figures marked “manufacturer rating” are the maker’s own claims, not our measurements.
Price & Value
Going by launch prices, choosing the Nothing Phone 3 keeps $200 in your pocket: 25% of difference. What does the Pixel 10 Pro’s extra $200 actually get you? Mainly 5× optical zoom versus 3× and 2 years of extra promised updates.
These are US launch prices, recorded August 2025; what you pay today may be higher or lower.
Which One Should You Buy?
Choose the Nothing Phone 3 if…
- you shoot a lot of photos and video (256 GB vs 128 GB base storage)
- you want the faster cable charging (65 W vs 30 W)
- you want the screen that stays readable on sunny days (4,500 nits vs 3,300 nits)
- you want the bigger battery (5,150 mAh vs 4,870 mAh)
- you want more value for your money ($200 less at launch)
Choose the Pixel 10 Pro if…
- you want more optical reach (5× vs 3×)
- you want software support that lasts longer (7 years vs 5 years)
- you want more memory headroom for the years ahead (16 GB vs 12 GB)
- you want the lighter phone (7.30 oz vs 7.69 oz)
Also Compared
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for most people, the Nothing Phone 3 or the Pixel 10 Pro?
The Pixel 10 Pro makes more sense overall. Consider the alternative only if having 256 GB of base storage instead of 128 GB matters more to you than the rest.
Which has better battery life, the Nothing Phone 3 or the Pixel 10 Pro?
The Nothing Phone 3 comes out ahead on battery capacity, with 5,150 mAh compared with 4,870 mAh on the Pixel 10 Pro.
Is the Nothing Phone 3 bigger than the Pixel 10 Pro?
Size goes the other way: the Nothing Phone 3 is larger (6.32 × 2.98 × 0.35 in), and the Pixel 10 Pro is the smaller option (6.02 × 2.83 × 0.34 in).
Does the Nothing Phone 3 perform better than the Pixel 10 Pro?
The Pixel 10 Pro should be the quicker of the two, with 4 GB more RAM and a newer 3 nm chip process on its side.
Which has the better camera, the Nothing Phone 3 or the Pixel 10 Pro?
On paper, the Pixel 10 Pro has the stronger camera setup, with 5× optical zoom versus 3×.
Is the Nothing Phone 3’s display better than the Pixel 10 Pro’s?
On display specs, the Nothing Phone 3 leads thanks to 36% higher peak brightness.
Executive Summary
On paper, the Nothing Phone 3 and the Pixel 10 Pro chase the same buyer. In the details, Nothing and Google made different calls. To me, the standout is that the Pixel 10 Pro offers 5× optical zoom versus 3×. And the Pixel 10 Pro doesn’t stop there; it also offers 2 years of extra promised updates. The Nothing Phone 3 has a trump card of its own in 256 GB of base storage instead of 128 GB.
I’d steer display fans toward the Nothing Phone 3 and performance fans toward the Pixel 10 Pro.
My pick: the Pixel 10 Pro, though I’d happily point you to the Nothing Phone 3 if you’d rather have 256 GB of base storage instead of 128 GB on the Nothing Phone 3.
Personal opinion based on the data above. Your priorities may differ.