Nothing Phone (3a) Review: A Budget-Friendly Premium Experience?
• The Nothing Phone (3a), reviewed by GSMArena, is a sibling to the Phone (3a) Pro, primarily differing in its camera system, offering a more affordable option.
• It boasts a 6.77-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 chipset, and retains the distinctive Glyph Interface for notifications.
• The phone features a 50MP main rear camera, a 50MP telephoto lens with 2x optical zoom, an 8MP ultrawide lens, and a 32MP front camera, along with a 5000mAh battery supporting 50W wired charging.
• Despite its minimalist packaging lacking a charger or case, the Nothing Phone (3a), starting at $379/€379, aims to provide a premium user experience with features like the new Essential Key and Essential Space for AI-driven content organization.
The Nothing Phone (3a) review by GSMArena details the specifications and features of the device, highlighting its similarities to the Pro model while also marking its distinct qualities. Priced at $399 for the 128GB/8GB RAM variant, and $459 for the 256GB/12GB RAM, the Phone (3a) is marketed as an accessible option with robust features.
The Phone (3a) sports a 6.77-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, ensuring a smooth visual experience. It is equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 chipset, providing efficient performance. The design includes the Glyph Interface, notable for its use of LED light strips for notifications and functionalities.
Key specifications include:
- Dimensions: 163.5 x 77.5 x 8.4mm, 201g, plastic body with glass front and back, IP64 certified for dust and splash resistance, and three LED light strips for various notifications and camera assistance.
- Display: 6.77-inch AMOLED with HDR10+ and a peak brightness of 3000 nits, a resolution of 1080x2392 pixels, and a pixel density of 387 ppi.
- Chipset: Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 with an octa-core CPU and Adreno 710 GPU.
- Memory options: 128GB with 8GB RAM, or 256GB with 8GB or 12GB RAM configurations.
- Operating System: Ships with Android 15, and promises up to three major Android updates, Nothing OS 3.1.
Camera configurations are:
- Rear camera: 50 MP wide (main) lens with f/1.9 aperture, a second 50 MP telephoto lens with 2x optical zoom, and an 8 MP ultra-wide angle lens.
- Front camera: 32 MP wide lens (f/2.2).
- Video capabilities for the rear camera include 4K recording at 30fps and various options for 1080p recording. The front camera can capture up to 1080p at 30fps.
The device is powered by a 5000mAh battery that supports 50W wired fast charging, capable of reaching 50% charge in just 19 minutes and a full charge in 56 minutes.
Connectivity features encompass 5G support, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4, and NFC. Additional features include an under-display optical fingerprint reader, stereo speakers, and a new Essential Key and Interface designed to streamline user interaction with AI-enabled organizational tools.
The unboxing experience is described as minimalist, with a unique book-style packaging design that emphasizes sustainability, featuring entirely recyclable materials. However, it lacks a charger or case, including only a USB Type-C cable and a SIM ejector tool in the box.
With its starting price set at $379 for the base variant, the Nothing Phone (3a) aims to balance premium features with affordability. The review invites readers to explore the phone's performance across subsequent sections.
Nothing Phone (3a) specs at a glance:
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