Google Pixel 10 vs Nothing Phone (3)
Side-by-side comparison of viewing distance, PPI, and specifications
Category Ranking
Pixel Density (PPI)28in category
Google Pixel 10421 PPI #23
Nothing Phone (3)460 PPI #14
368 PPI521 PPI
HDR Peak Brightness28in category
Google Pixel 103000 nits #8
Nothing Phone (3)4500 nits #1
2000 nits4500 nits
DCI-P3 Color Gamut28in category
Google Pixel 10100% #1
Nothing Phone (3)100% #1
100%100%
Refresh Rate
Google Pixel 10120 Hz
Nothing Phone (3)120 Hz
StandardHighUltra
Summary
- Sharpness: no visible difference — Both screens exceed the retina threshold at 30cm. The Nothing Phone (3) has 8% higher pixel density (460 vs 421 PPI), but this only becomes visible below 19cm.
- Brightness: advantage Google Pixel 10 — The Google Pixel 10 is 32% brighter in SDR (1000 vs 756 nits), a noticeable difference for outdoor readability. HDR peak: 3000 vs 4500 nits.
Key Differences
| Specification | Google Pixel 10 | Nothing Phone (3) |
|---|---|---|
| SDR Brightness | 1000 nits | 756 nits |
| Screen Size | 6.3" | 6.67" |
| Resolution | 1080×2424 | 1260×2800 |
| Pixel Density (PPI) | 421 | 460 |
| Optimal Viewing Distance | 21cm | 19cm |
| HDR Peak Brightness | 3000 nits | 4500 nits |
All specifications
| Specification | Google Pixel 10 2025 | Nothing Phone (3) 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 6.3" | 6.67" (Better) |
| Resolution | 1080×2424 | 1260×2800 (Better) |
| Pixel Density (PPI) | 421 | 460 (Better) |
| Optimal Viewing Distance | 21cm | 19cm (Better) |
| Panel Type | OLED | AMOLED |
| Viewing Angle | 178° | 178° |
| Aspect Ratio | 45:101 | 9:20 |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) | None | None |
| Response Time | 1 ms GTG | 1 ms GTG |
| HDR Certification | None | None |
| SDR Brightness | 1000 nits (Better) | 756 nits |
| HDR Peak Brightness | 3000 nits | 4500 nits (Better) |
| Contrast Ratio | 1:1,000,000 | 1:1,000,000 |
| Ports | USB-C | USB-C |
| Color Gamut | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 100% | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 100% |
| Year | 2025 | 2025 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has better PPI: Google Pixel 10 or Nothing Phone (3)?
The Nothing Phone (3) has 460 PPI compared to 421 PPI for the Google Pixel 10.
Which has a closer optimal viewing distance?
The Nothing Phone (3) requires 19cm vs 21cm for the Google Pixel 10 to reach retina quality.
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Apple iPhone 16 Plus 2024 · 460 PPI · 6.7" · 60 Hz
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Methodology & Sources
Formula: Retina distance (cm) = 3438 / PPI. Displayed values are rounded for readability.
Sources: Official manufacturer spec sheets and product pages. Specs are normalized before comparisons.
Comparison winners are calculated metric by metric (higher is better for most specs; lower is better for distance/response time).
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