Phone (3a) Lite – Style, Innovation, and Everyday Power

Phone (3a) Lite brings the signature Nothing look and feel to a wider audience. It blends bold design, strong hardware, and a smooth software experience at a price that feels refreshingly accessible.

Design That Stands Out

Phone (3a) Lite carries Nothing’s transparent design language in a calmer, more refined way. The glass back adds a crafted, premium touch while still feeling practical for daily use. It comes in classic White and Black, with a balanced hand-feel and rich textures that set it apart from other entry-level devices.

Durability is core to its build. IP54 protection guards against dust and splashes, and an internal aluminum battery frame reinforces the structure for long-term reliability.

Sharper Photos, Smarter Tools

The triple-camera setup is anchored by a 50 MP main sensor designed for bright, balanced, true-to-life shots. It uses the same TrueLens Engine 4.0 found in Nothing’s flagship, paired with a large 1/1.57-inch Samsung sensor that pulls in 64% more light than typical sensors in this category.

You get Ultra XDR photos, Portrait Mode, Auto Tone, Night Mode, Motion Capture, and Macro Mode for every scenario. The 16 MP front camera keeps selfies crisp, and the rear system supports 4K video at 30 FPS plus 1080p slow-motion at 120 FPS.

Glyph Light: A Smarter Way to Stay Notified

Phone (3a) Lite debuts Glyph Light, a refined take on the iconic Nothing lighting interface. It brings back favorite features like Flip to Glyph, Essential Notifications, and Camera Countdown. You can customise light patterns for calls and contacts, all paired with Nothing’s recognizable sound cues.

Nothing OS 3.5: Clean, Fast, and Thoughtfully Smart

Running on Android 15, Nothing OS 3.5 keeps things simple and expressive. Smart Drawer organizes apps automatically, Private Space safeguards personal files, and App Locker adds another layer of security.

Nothing promises 3 years of major Android updates and 6 years of security patches. Nothing OS 4.0 arrives for Phone (3a) Lite in early 2026.

You also get Essential Key and Essential Space for quick note-taking and media organization, along with offline-ready Essential Search for instant lookups.

A Display Built to Impress

The 6.77-inch flexible AMOLED display offers big, bold visuals. With 3000 nits peak HDR brightness and 1300 nits outdoor brightness, everything looks vivid even in harsh sunlight.

FHD+ resolution (1080 × 2392), 387 PPI sharpness, and a smooth 120 Hz adaptive refresh rate make scrolling, gaming, and streaming feel natural. The 10-bit color depth and 2160 Hz PWM dimming keep the viewing experience vibrant and comfortable on the eyes.

Powerful Everyday Performance

Inside, the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Pro built on a 4 nm process keeps the phone fast and efficient. The 8-core CPU reaches up to 2.5 GHz and is supported by advanced liquid cooling for better stability during heavy tasks.

You get 8 GB RAM plus another 8 GB of virtual RAM for up to 16 GB total. Storage is expandable up to 2 TB via microSD. Connectivity stays solid with dual 5G, WiFi 6, and Bluetooth 5.3.

Battery That Goes the Distance

The 5000 mAh battery paired with Nothing OS optimisations makes two-day use realistic for most people. With 33 W fast charging, it hits around 50% in about 20 minutes. It also supports 5 W reverse wired charging for powering accessories on the go.