Nothing Phone 3a 256GB
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Design20
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Rear Camera15
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Front Camera4
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360° View
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UI Screenshot17
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Videos10
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Key Specs
Performance
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Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 -
Octa core (2.5 GHz, Single Core + 2.4 GHz, Tri core + 1.8 GHz, Quad core) -
8 GB RAM
Display
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6.77 inches (17.2 cm); Flexible AMOLED -
1080x2392 px (FHD+) -
120 Hz Refresh Rate -
Bezel-less with punch-hole display
Rear Camera
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Triple Camera Setup - 50 MP Wide Angle Primary Camera
- 8 MP Ultra-Wide Angle Camera
- 50 MP Telephoto (upto 30x Digital Zoom, upto 2x Optical Zoom) Camera
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LED Flash -
4k @30 fps Video Recording
Front Camera
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32 MP Wide Angle Lens -
Full HD @60 fps Video Recording
Battery
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5000 mAh -
50W Fast Charging; USB Type-C port
General
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SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano -
5G Supported -
128 GB / 256 GB internal storage, Non Expandable -
Dust Resistant, Water Resistant
Nothing Phone 3a 256GB Prices in India
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Nothing Phone 3a 256GB Compare Camera Samples
Nothing Phone 3a 256GB Expert Review Summary
Expert Rating:
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Verdict
The Nothing Phone 3a, like its predecessor, stands out with its unique design in the sub-Rs 25K segment. It offers a tall, vibrant display and one of the cleanest OS experiences, which many users will appreciate. The camera performance is also reliable, and the Phone 3a holds up well against some notable competitors and its predecessor. However, its distinctive design and latest hardware additions add to the thickness, and hopefully, its future iterations will become slimmer.
Pros
- Vibrant display
- Clean OS
- Good cameras
- Solid battery
Cons
- Bulky design
- No charger in the box
Design and display
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While the Phone (3a) Pro gets the major design upgrades, the regular Phone (3a) features a bunch of new additions as well. There's a new Essential button below the power button to launch Nothing AI-backed "Essential Space". Although the Essential Button can be significantly useful to boost productivity, it can take a few attempts to get used to its placement.
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Cameras
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Looking at the Phone 3a's on-paper specifications, one may have mixed feelings compared to the Phone (2a) (review). The standout addition is the new 50MP telephoto camera (periscope lens on the Pro model), but the primary 50MP OIS-enabled sensor is slightly smaller. The ultra-wide lens has also been downgraded to 8MP, while the 32MP selfie camera remains unchanged.
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Essential Space
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Nothing's latest attempt to stand out in the market is the AI-backed Essential Space, accessible via the dedicated Essential button next to the power button. While the placement could have been more ergonomic, the Essential key is undoubtedly one of the finest additions to a smartphone in a long time.
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Performance and software
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The regular and Pro models of the Phone (3a) series both feature Qualcomm's Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 SoC. While the wait continues for Nothing to utilise MediaTek or Qualcomm's flagship chipsets, the Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 SoC is a modest choice for productivity-focused phones. The brand has also worked closely with Qualcomm to fine-tune the experience, particularly gaming and AI. Additionally, the AI-backed features like Essential Space will appeal to many users, myself included.
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Battery and charging
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The Phone 3a retained a 5,000mAh battery, now supported by a slightly faster 50W wired charging. However, there's still no charger in the box, and buying the proprietary adapter costs over Rs 2,000 on Flipkart, which some users might find frustrating.
Read More
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Verdict
The Nothing Phone 3a, like its predecessor, stands out with its unique design in the sub-Rs 25K segment. It offers a tall, vibrant display and one of the cleanest OS experiences, which many users will appreciate. The camera performance is also reliable, and the Phone 3a holds up well against some notable competitors and its predecessor. However, its distinctive design and latest hardware additions add to the thickness, and hopefully, its future iterations will become slimmer.
- Vibrant display
- Clean OS
- Good cameras
- Solid battery
Pros
- Bulky design
- No charger in the box
Cons
While the Phone (3a) Pro gets the major design upgrades, the regular Phone (3a) features a bunch of new additions as well. There's a new Essential button below the power button to launch Nothing AI-backed "Essential Space". Although the Essential Button can be significantly useful to boost productivity, it can take a few attempts to get used to its placement.
Read MoreLooking at the Phone 3a's on-paper specifications, one may have mixed feelings compared to the Phone (2a) (review). The standout addition is the new 50MP telephoto camera (periscope lens on the Pro model), but the primary 50MP OIS-enabled sensor is slightly smaller. The ultra-wide lens has also been downgraded to 8MP, while the 32MP selfie camera remains unchanged.
Read MoreNothing's latest attempt to stand out in the market is the AI-backed Essential Space, accessible via the dedicated Essential button next to the power button. While the placement could have been more ergonomic, the Essential key is undoubtedly one of the finest additions to a smartphone in a long time.
Read MoreThe regular and Pro models of the Phone (3a) series both feature Qualcomm's Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 SoC. While the wait continues for Nothing to utilise MediaTek or Qualcomm's flagship chipsets, the Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 SoC is a modest choice for productivity-focused phones. The brand has also worked closely with Qualcomm to fine-tune the experience, particularly gaming and AI. Additionally, the AI-backed features like Essential Space will appeal to many users, myself included.
Read MoreThe Phone 3a retained a 5,000mAh battery, now supported by a slightly faster 50W wired charging. However, there's still no charger in the box, and buying the proprietary adapter costs over Rs 2,000 on Flipkart, which some users might find frustrating.
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Nothing Phone 3a 256GB Specifications
General |
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| Launch Date | March 11, 2025 (Official) |
| Operating System | Android v15 |
| OS Updates | 3 Years |
| Security Updates | 6 Years |
| Custom UI | Nothing OS |
Performance
(Very Good)
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| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 | |||||
| Processor | Octa core (2.5 GHz, Single core, Cortex A720 + 2.4 GHz, Tri core, Cortex A720 + 1.8 GHz, Quad core, Cortex A520) | |||||
| Architecture | 64 bit | |||||
| Fabrication | 4 nm | |||||
| Graphics (GPU) | Adreno 710 | |||||
| RAM | 8 GB | |||||
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X | |||||
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Gaming Test Results
* after 30 mins of gaming
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Benchmark Screenshots
AnTuTu Benchmark
Graphics Benchmark
Geekbench6 Benchmark
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Display
(Excellent)
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| Display Type | Flexible AMOLED |
| Screen Size | 6.77 inches (17.2 cm) |
| Resolution | 1080x2392 px (FHD+) |
| Peak Brightness | 3000 nits |
| HBM Brightness | 1300 nits |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz |
| Pixel Density | 388 ppi |
| Screen to Body Ratio (calculated) | 87.32 % |
| Screen Protection | Yes |
| Bezel-less Display | Yes with punch-hole display |
| HDR 10 / HDR+ Support | Yes, HDR 10+ |
| Screen to Body Ratio (claimed by the brand) | 91.4 % |
UI Screenshots
Lock Screen
Home Screen
Screen With Widgets
Dialer Screen
App Drawer
Notification Panel
Quick Settings Panel
Settings Screen
OS Version
Storage
Battery
Camera On
Camera Options
Camera Modes
Camera Settings
Picture Size Options
Video Size Options
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Design |
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| Height | 163.52 mm |
| Width | 77.50 mm |
| Thickness | 8.35 mm |
| Weight | 201 grams |
| Water Resistance | Yes, Splash proof, IP64 |
| Ruggedness | Dust proof |
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Rear Camera
(Very Good)
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| Autofocus | Yes, Phase Detection Autofocus | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| OIS | Yes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Flash | Yes, LED Flash | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Image Resolution | 8150 x 6150 Pixels | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Settings | Exposure compensation, ISO control | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Shooting Modes |
Continuous Shooting High Dynamic Range mode (HDR) |
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| Camera Features |
Digital Zoom Auto Flash Face detection Touch to focus |
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| Video Recording |
4k @30 fps Full HD @120 fps |
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Rear Camera Samples
Daylight / HDR Auto
Wide Angle
Max Zoom Supported 30x
Long Shot 10X
Long Shot 5X
Long Shot 3X
Long Shot 1X
High Res
Portrait Shot
Night Mode OFF
Night Mode ON
Close Up
Low Light
Low Light With Flash
Colour Variance
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Front Camera
(Very Good)
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| Video Recording | Full HD @60 fps | |||||||||||||
Front Camera Samples
Selfie
Selfie Portrait
Selfie Low Light
Selfie Low Light With Flash
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Battery
(Very Good)
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| Capacity | 5000 mAh | |||
| Battery Type | Li-ion | |||
| Quick Charging | Yes, 50W Fast Charging, 50% in 19 minutes | |||
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Battery Test Results
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Storage |
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| Internal Storage | 128 GB / 256 GB |
| Storage Type | UFS 2.2 |
| Expandable Storage | No |
Network & Connectivity |
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| SIM Slot(s) | Dual SIM |
| SIM Type | SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano |
| Network Support | 5G, 4G |
| VoLTE | Yes |
| SIM 1 |
5G bands, 4G bands
Expand
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| SIM 2 |
5G bands, 4G bands
Expand
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| Wi-Fi | Yes, Wi-Fi 6 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax) 5GHz, MIMO |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi Direct, Mobile Hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.4 |
| GPS | Yes with A-GPS, Glonass |
| NFC | Yes |
Multimedia |
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| Stereo Speakers | Yes |
| Audio Jack | USB Type-C |
Sensors |
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| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes |
| Fingerprint Sensor Position | On-screen |
| Fingerprint Sensor Type | Optical |
| Other Sensors | Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope |
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Nothing Phone 3a 256GB Key Highlights
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 |
| RAM & Storage | 8 GB RAM + 128 GB 8 GB RAM + 256 GB |
| Display | 6.77", 1080 x 2392 Resolution |
| Rear Camera | 50 MP + 8 MP + 50 MP |
| Front Camera | 32 MP |
| Battery | 5000 mAh |
Nothing Phone 3a Price In India
| Product Name | Price |
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| Nothing Phone 3a (8 GB + 128 GB) | ₹24,999 |
| Nothing Phone 3a (8 GB + 256 GB) | ₹26,999 |
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