The Phone 3a Lite boasts an impressive 6.7-inch AMOLED display, featuring a smooth 120Hz refresh rate and an eye-popping peak brightness of 3,000 nits. At its core, it runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Pro chipset, accompanied by 8GB of RAM and offering up to 256GB of storage, which you can easily expand further with a microSD card. One standout feature is the Nothing Glyph lite integration; you’ll find a single LED node at the bottom that lights up for alerts, adding a unique touch. It comes equipped with Nothing OS 3.5 based on Android 15 (not Android 16), but keep an eye out for the new 4.0 version set to arrive in early 2026.
Meet the Nothing 3a Lite: Where Design Meets Everyday Power
The Nothing Phone 3a Lite features a versatile triple camera setup, including a robust 50MP main sensor equipped with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) and Electronic Image Stabilization (EIS), an 8MP ultrawide lens, and likely a 2MP depth sensor for enhanced photography. It also boasts a long-lasting 5000mAh battery with impressive 33W charging capabilities.
Design & Build
The Phone 3a Lite boasts an eye-catching transparent glass back, reminiscent of the premium Nothing Phone 3, fortified with reliable Panda Glass. It features a single Glyph light that enhances notifications and adds a touch of flair, all housed in a flat plastic frame designed for an improved grip and enhanced durability.
Available in classic Black, White, and a vibrant Blue, this device also holds an IP54 rating, ensuring it stands up against dust and splashes for everyday use.
Nothing Phone 3a Lite Features
The Nothing Phone 3a Lite brings back its signature transparent design in a more refined way, featuring a sleek glass finish complemented by a sturdy internal aluminum battery frame. The new Blue variant adds a vibrant touch to the lineup, while the overall aesthetic expertly merges style with functionality. It's equipped with a spacious 6.77-inch flexible AMOLED display that delivers stunning FHD+ resolution alongside a smooth 120 Hz adaptive refresh rate. With an impressive peak HDR brightness of up to 3000 nits and 1300 nits for outdoor use, this display is crafted for exceptional clarity in various lighting scenarios. Plus, the incorporation of 10-bit color depth and 2160 Hz PWM dimming ensures a consistent viewing experience while minimizing flicker, making it perfect for extended use.
The camera system is impressive, featuring a main sensor with 50 MP resolution, powered by the advanced TrueLens Engine 4.0. It utilizes a large 1/1.57-inch Samsung sensor, which captures more light and enhances shooting capabilities across various modes like Ultra XDR, Night Mode, Portrait Mode, Macro Mode, and Motion Capture. Users can also record in 4K at 30 fps, providing high-quality video options. Additionally, there's a 16 MP front camera for those perfect selfies and video calls, ensuring a user-friendly experience.
Performance and software
The Phone (3a) Lite is powered by MediaTek's Dimensity 7300 Pro chipset, crafted on a 4 nm process. It comes with 8 GB of RAM, which can be virtually expanded up to 16 GB. For storage needs, users can enhance it by up to 2 TB using a microSD card. In terms of connectivity, it offers dual 5G, WIFI 6, and Bluetooth 5.3. The device operates on Nothing OS 3.5 based on Android 15, featuring Smart Drawer, Private Space, App Locker, and offline Essential Search. Nothing commits to providing three years of Android updates and six years of security patches, with the next version, Nothing OS 4.0, expected in early 2026.
Nothing Phone 3a Lite — Full Specifications & Features
| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model Name | Phone (3a) Lite / Smartphones |
| Model Number | A001T |
| Color | White |
| Series | Phone (3a) Lite |
| Weight | 199 g (Other mention: 199 g / 199 g approx, device weight 199 g) |
| Dimensions | Height: 164 mm, Depth: 8.3 mm |
| Display Size | 43.66 cm (17.19 cm ≈ 6.77 inch) |
| Resolution | 1080 × 2392 pixels (Full HD+) |
| Pixel Density | 387 ppi |
| Graphics | Mali-G615 MC2 GPU (ARM) |
| Refresh / Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi Version: v5.3 |
| Network Support | 2G, 3G, 4G, 4G VoLTE, 5G Supported: 5G, 4G LTE, UMTS, GSM |
| SIM Type | Dual SIM, Nano / Nano SIM, Dual Sim Hybrid Slot: Yes |
| Hybrid SIM Slot | Yes |
| OTG / OTG Compatible | Yes |
| OTG (USB OTG) | Supported |
| OTG Compatible | Yes |
| USB Type | USB-C to USB-C (Cable in box) Micro USB Version: USB 2.0 |
| Audio Jack | No |
| Operating System | Android 15 |
| UI / User Interface | Nothing OS 3.2 (Based on Android 15), Version 3.2 |
| Processor Brand | MediaTek |
| Processor Type | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Pro |
| Processor Core | Octa Core |
| Clock Speed | Primary: 2.5 GHz, Tertiary: 2 GHz, Additional: 2.0 GHz |
| RAM | 8 GB |
| Internal Storage | 128 GB |
| Memory Card Slot | Hybrid Slot |
| Battery Capacity | 5000 mAh |
| Primary Camera | Triple: 50 MP + 8 MP + 2 MP 50MP Wide (GN9, EIS, AF, 4K@30fps, Ultra HDR) 8MP Ultra Wide (EIS, 1080P@30fps, Ultra HDR) 2MP Macro (f/2.4, 1080P@30fps, Ultra HDR) |
| Front Camera (Secondary) | 16 MP (EIS, 1080P@30/60fps, HDR) |
| Flash | LED Flash |
| Video Recording | 4K @ 30fps, 1080p @ 30/60fps, Full HD Recording: Yes |
| Zoom | Digital Zoom: NA |
| Image Editor | Yes |
| Sensors | E-compass, Gyroscope, Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor, In-display Fingerprint Sensor |
| Browser | Google Chrome |
| Connectivity | USB Connectivity: Yes, Wi-Fi Hotspot: Yes, Wi-Fi: Yes |
| Map Support | Google Maps |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Call Features | Call Wait/Hold: Yes, Video Call: Yes, Call Timer: Yes Conference Call: Yes, Call Divert: Yes, Call Divert: Yes Call Records: Yes Call Divert: Yes Conference Call: Yes |
| MMS | Yes |
| Media Playback | MKV, MOV, MP4, H.265 (HEVC), AVI, WMV, TS, 3GP, FLV, WEBM |
| Media Recording Format | MP4 |
| UI / UI Version | 3.2 |
| Frame Rate | 60 fps |
| Warranty | 1 Year Manufacturing Warranty Not Covered: Physical Damage International Warranty: 1 Year |
