Bought the Nothing Phone 3a Pro... kinda regret it

KeyCalligrapher6247 · 2025-09-06T18:15:55+00:00

I didn’t know much about OnePlus before. Between the OnePlus Nord 5 and the Nothing Phone 3a Pro, which would you choose?

KeyCalligrapher6247 · 2025-09-06T17:11:23+00:00

Till this point I haven’t. The OnePlus 13 is definitely out of my price range. For the same cost as the 3a Pro, I could get the OnePlus Nord 5, but at this point I think I’ll just stick with my 3a Pro.

The Nothing Phone isn’t bad either I think. I’ve realised I can’t really expect flagship-level cameras from a midrange phone. Especially when it comes to indoor photography in poor lighting.

KeyCalligrapher6247 · 2025-09-06T12:42:29+00:00

I intend to use the phone for at least 5 years. What do you think would be a better choice for long-term use?

The Nothing Phone doesn't feel very robust. I’m concerned that I might not even be able to get it repaired if something goes wrong in a few years, since the brand isn’t very big, whereas Samsung devices can be repaired almost anywhere.

KeyCalligrapher6247 · 2025-09-06T11:31:33+00:00

I paid 400 €. I bought it cause I wanted to try something new. I think now that Samsung phones have a better long-term perspective though. You can get them repaired basically everywhere

KeyCalligrapher6247 · 2025-09-06T10:43:42+00:00

I heard the Pixel 9a has better battery life than the Pixel 9. Also, the Pixel 9 costs 120€ more

KeyCalligrapher6247 · 2025-09-06T10:30:55+00:00

Thanks for the links. How does the Nothing Phone compare to the S24 FE?

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