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Nothing Phone (3a)
Nothing Phone (3a) Highlights and Overview
The Nothing Phone (3a) is a stylish and budget-friendly option that brings the brand’s signature transparent design and Glyph interface to a wider audience. It maintains the minimalist aesthetic that Nothing is known for, featuring a lightweight build and an OLED display with a smooth refresh rate for an immersive viewing experience. While positioned as a more affordable alternative to its Pro variant, the Phone (3a) still offers a well-balanced mix of performance and efficiency. With a reliable processor, it handles daily tasks with ease, delivering a clean and near-stock Android experience that ensures smooth navigation and minimal bloatware.
The Nothing Phone (3a)
Photography enthusiasts will appreciate the capable camera system of the Nothing Phone (3a), which provides clear and detailed images in various lighting conditions. The Glyph interface remains a highlight, offering customizable LED notifications for calls, messages, and app alerts. Battery life is optimized for all-day usage, with fast-charging support keeping downtime to a minimum. Connectivity options such as 5G and NFC add to its versatility, making it a compelling choice for users who want a stylish smartphone with a unique design and solid performance without breaking the bank.
Nothing Phone (3a) Full Specifications and Features
NETWORK
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| 2G Network Bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G Network Bands |
HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - Global HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100 - India |
| 4G Network Bands |
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 42, 48, 66 - Global 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 38, 40, 41 - India |
| 5G Network Bands |
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 42, 48, 66 SA/NSA - Global 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 38, 40, 41 SA/NSA - India |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
LAUNCH
| Announced | 2025, March 04 |
| Status | Coming soon. Exp. release 2025, March 11 |
BODY
| Dimensions | 163.5 x 77.5 x 8.4 mm (6.44 x 3.05 x 0.33 in) |
| Weight | 201 g (7.09 oz) |
| SIM Type | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) 3 LED light strips on the back (notifications, camera fill light, 26 addressable zones) |
DISPLAY
| Display Type | AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+, 800 nits (typ), 1300 nits (HBM), 3000 nits (peak) |
| Size | 6.77 inches, 111.5 cm2 (~88.0% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2392 pixels (~387 ppi density) |
PLATFORM
| Operating System | Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades, Nothing OS 3.1 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (1x2.5 GHz Cortex-A720 & 3x2.4 GHz Cortex-A720 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A520) |
| GPU | Adreno 710 (940 MHz) |
MEMORY
| RAM + ROM | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM |
| Card Slot | No |
MAIN CAMERA
| Camera Type | Triple Lenses |
| Camera Sensor(s) | 50 MP, f/1.9, 24mm (wide), 1/1.57", 1.0µm, 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 |
| Camera Features | LED flash, panorama, HDR |
| Video Resolution | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS, OIS |
SELFIE CAMERA
| Camera Type | Single Lens |
| Camera Sensor(s) | 32 MP, f/2.2, 22mm (wide), 1/3.44" |
| Video Resolution | 1080p@30fps |
SOUND
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
CONNECTIVITY
| Bluetooth | 5.4, A2DP, LE |
| NFC | |
| GPS | Yes |
| FM Radio | No |
BATTERY
| Battery Capacity | 5000 mAh |
| Wireless Charging | 50W wired, 50% in 19 min, 100% in 56 min |
OTHER FEATURES
| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass Circle to Search |
| Colors | Black, White, Blue |
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