The Nothing Phone 3a and Phone 3a Pro were unveiled at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2025 in Barcelona, and they’re bringing some exciting features to the table. Let’s break down what you need to know about these new devices.
Pricing and Availability in India
- Nothing Phone 3a:
- Starts at Rs. 22,999 for the 8GB + 128GB variant.
- The 8GB + 256GB variant costs Rs. 24,999.
- Available in Black, Blue, and White.
- Goes on sale starting March 11 via Flipkart, Flipkart Minutes, Vijay Sales, Croma, and select retail stores.
- Nothing Phone 3a Pro:
- Starts at Rs. 27,999 for the 8GB + 128GB variant.
- The 8GB + 256GB variant costs Rs. 29,999.
- The 12GB + 256GB variant costs Rs. 31,999.
- Available in Black and Grey.
- Goes on sale starting March 15.
Both phones come with an additional Rs. 3,000 exchange offer on the first day of sale.
Key Features and Specifications
- Display:
- Both models feature a 6.7-inch flexible AMOLED display with a resolution of 1,080×2,392 pixels.
- The display offers a 120Hz adaptive refresh rate, a 1,000Hz touch sampling rate in gaming mode, a 2,160Hz PWM frequency, and up to 3,000 nits peak brightness.
- Protected by Panda Glass.
- Processor and Storage:
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 chipset.
- Options include up to 12GB of RAM and up to 256GB of onboard storage.
- Runs on Android 15 with NothingOS 3.1, promising three years of OS upgrades and four years of security updates.
- Camera:
- Nothing Phone 3a Pro:
- 50-megapixel Samsung 1/1.56-inch primary rear sensor with F/1.88 aperture, OIS, EIS, and 2x in-sensor zoom.
- 50-megapixel Sony 1/1.95-inch periscope telephoto camera with f/2.55 aperture, OIS, EIS, 3x optical, 6x in-sensor, and 60x digital zoom.
- 8-megapixel ultrawide angle shooter with f/2.2 aperture.
- 50-megapixel front camera.
- Nothing Phone 3a:
- 50-megapixel Samsung 1/1.57-inch main sensor with f/1.88 aperture, OIS, and EIS support.
- 50-megapixel Sony 1/2.74-inch telephoto sensor with f/2.0 aperture, EIS, 2x optical, 4x in-sensor, and 30x digital zoom.
- 32-megapixel front camera.
- Nothing Phone 3a Pro:
- Battery and Charging:
- Both models come with a 5,000mAh battery and support 50W wired fast charging.
- Claimed to charge from 1% to 50% in 19 minutes and to 100% in 56 minutes.
- Security and Build:
- Equipped with in-display fingerprint sensors.
- IP64 rating for dust and splash resistance.
- Connectivity:
- 5G, 4G, Bluetooth 5.4, Wi-Fi, GPS, NFC with Google Pay support, and a USB Type-C port.
- Design:
- Phone 3a Pro: 163.52×77.50×8.39mm, weighs 211g.
- Phone 3a: Slightly slimmer at 8.35mm, weighs 201g.
- Glyph Interface:
- The updated Glyph Interface now supports 10 new ringtones and notification sounds.
- Features include Glyph Timer, Essential Notifications, Volume Indicator, Glyph Composer, Glyph Torch, Glyph Progress, and more.
Why These Phones Matter
- Powerful Performance: The Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 chipset ensures smooth performance and efficient multitasking.
- Advanced Cameras: Both models offer high-resolution cameras with advanced features like optical and digital zoom, making them great for photography enthusiasts.
- Fast Charging: The 50W fast charging capability means you can quickly top up your battery, reducing downtime.
- Customizable Design: The Glyph Interface adds a unique touch, allowing you to personalize your device.
Conclusion
The Nothing Phone 3a and Phone 3a Pro are set to be strong contenders in the mid-range smartphone market. With their powerful processors, advanced cameras, and fast charging capabilities, these phones offer a lot of value. Whether you’re looking for a great camera phone or a device with long battery life, the Nothing Phone 3a series has you covered.
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