Nothing has expanded its smartphone lineup in India with the launch of the Phone (3a) Lite, a device positioned to bring the brand’s core design language and software experience to a wider audience. The company has also introduced a new Blue colour option, joining the existing Black and White variants. The focus with this model is on making the Nothing experience more approachable, while retaining the familiar visual identity and feature set that have defined its recent devices
Nothing Phone 3a Lite Features
The transparent design returns in a more subtle form, with a glass finish and an internal aluminium battery frame that contributes to durability. The Blue variant offers a fresh look in the series, while the overall design stays aligned with Nothing’s approach of balancing visual appeal with practicality. The phone features a 6.77-inch flexible AMOLED display with FHD+ resolution and a 120 Hz adaptive refresh rate. With up to 3000 nits peak HDR brightness and 1300 nits outdoor brightness, the panel is tuned for clear visibility in different lighting conditions. The inclusion of 10-bit colour depth and 2160 Hz PWM dimming adds consistency and reduces flicker during extended use.
Nothing has built the camera system around a 50 MP main sensor that works with the company’s TrueLens Engine 4.0. The large 1/1.57-inch Samsung sensor allows more light capture, supporting modes such as Ultra XDR, Night Mode, Portrait Mode, Macro Mode and Motion Capture. The camera also supports 4K recording at 30 fps. A 16 MP front camera is present for selfies and video calls, keeping the setup straightforward.
Performance and software
The Phone (3a) Lite uses MediaTek’s Dimensity 7300 Pro chipset built on a 4 nm process. It is paired with 8 GB RAM, with the option to extend up to 16 GB using virtual RAM. Storage can be expanded up to 2 TB through a microSD card. Connectivity includes dual 5G, WiFi 6 and Bluetooth 5.3. The device runs Nothing OS 3.5 on Android 15, with features like Smart Drawer, Private Space, App Locker and offline Essential Search. Nothing promises three years of Android updates and six years of security patches, with Nothing OS 4.0 arriving in early 2026.
Battery and charging
The 5000 mAh battery is supported by 33 W fast charging, reaching around half charge in roughly 20 minutes. The phone also includes 5 W reverse wired charging for accessories. With software and chipset optimisations, Nothing says it should last close to two days on mixed usage.
Nothing Phone 3a Lite Price and availability
The Phone (3a) Lite will be available starting 5 December 2025 via Flipkart, Vijay Sales, Croma and major retail stores across India.
The pricing is:
• 8 GB + 128 GB: Rs 20,999 (effective Rs 19,999 with ICICI and OneCard offers)
• 8 GB + 256 GB: Rs 22,999 (effective Rs 21,999 with ICICI and OneCard offers)
Nothing Phone (3a) Lite: FAQs
1. What is the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite?
It is Nothing’s new entry-level smartphone designed to offer the brand’s signature transparent design, clean software, and core features at a more accessible price.
2. What are the colour options?
The Phone (3a) Lite comes in Black, White, and a new Blue variant introduced at launch.
3. What is the display size and quality?
It features a 6.77-inch flexible AMOLED display with FHD+ resolution, 120 Hz adaptive refresh rate, and up to 3000 nits peak HDR brightness.
4. What camera setup does it offer?
The phone has a 50 MP main camera powered by Nothing’s TrueLens Engine 4.0, supporting Ultra XDR, Portrait Mode, Night Mode, Macro, Motion Capture, and 4K video at 30 fps. The front camera is 16 MP.
5. Which processor powers the Phone (3a) Lite?
It runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Pro, built on a 4 nm process, tuned for efficiency and stable everyday performance.
Nothing Phone 3a Lite Specs
| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Design & Build | Transparent-inspired design, glass back, aluminium internal battery frame, IP54 rating |
| Colours | Black, White, Blue |
| Display | 6.77-inch flexible AMOLED |
| Resolution | FHD+ (1080 × 2392) |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz adaptive |
| Peak HDR Brightness | 3000 nits |
| Outdoor Brightness | 1300 nits |
| Color Depth | 10-bit (1.07 billion colours) |
| PWM Dimming | 2160 Hz |
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Pro (4 nm) |
| CPU | 8-core, up to 2.5 GHz |
| RAM | 8 GB physical RAM + up to 8 GB virtual RAM |
| Storage | 128 GB / 256 GB internal; expandable up to 2 TB (microSD) |
| Rear Camera | 50 MP main camera (1/1.57-inch Samsung sensor), TrueLens Engine 4.0 |
| Camera Features | Ultra XDR, Portrait, Night Mode, Macro, Motion Capture, Auto Tone |
| Video Recording | 4K @ 30 fps, 1080p slow-motion @ 120 fps |
| Front Camera | 16 MP |
| Glyph Light | Flip to Glyph, Essential Notifications, Camera Countdown, custom sequences |
| Software | |
| Update Promise | 3 years Android updates, 6 years security patches |
| Battery | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 33 W fast charging, 5 W reverse wired charging |
| Connectivity | Dual 5G, WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Expandable Storage | Yes, up to 2 TB |
| SIM | Dual SIM |
| Launch Price | Rs 20,999 (8GB+128GB), Rs 22,999 (8GB+256GB) |
| Effective Price | Rs 19,999 / Rs 21,999 with ICICI & OneCard offers |
| Availability | From 5 December 2025 via Flipkart, Vijay Sales, Croma, and retail stores |
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