Need Phone Recommendations for Long-Term Use + CODM Gaming (No Heating/FPS Drops)
Hey everyone,
Planning to upgrade my phone soon and I’d really appreciate some honest suggestions from people who’ve actually used these phones long-term.
My main priorities are:
- Strong processor that will stay good for years
- No overheating during gaming/heavy usage
- Stable FPS in CODM (very important)
- Long battery life & good battery health over time
- Great camera quality
- Smooth daily performance without lag/throttling
I basically want a phone that still feels solid after 2–3 years and doesn’t start lagging, overheating, or dropping frames after a few months.
Right now I’m mainly considering the Nothing Phone 3a / 3a Pro because I really like:
- the clean UI,
- smooth animations,
- overall design,
- and Nothing OS experience.
But I’m confused whether it’s actually the best option for:
- long-term performance,
- gaming,
- thermals,
- and sustained FPS in CODM.
Other phones I’m considering:
- OnePlus 13R
- Poco F7
- iQOO Neo series
Would love honest opinions from actual users:
- Is Nothing worth buying in 2026?
- How’s the heating during long gaming sessions?
- Does FPS stay stable in CODM?
- How’s the battery after months of usage?
- Better alternatives in the same budget?
Not looking for benchmark-only opinions — mainly real-life experience.