UAE Price
AED 1,050
India Price
₹23,999
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Smartphone · Nothing · 2025
The Nothing Phone (3a) 128GB is Nothing's 2025 smartphone featuring a 6.77 inches, 111.5 cm2 (~88.0% screen-to-body ratio) display, the Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm) chipset. It comes with a 5000 mAh battery. At AED 1,050 in the UAE and ₹23,999 in India, it sits firmly in the budget tier.
The Nothing Phone (3a) excels with its 3000-nit peak brightness display, 50W wired charging reaching 50% in 19 minutes, and 1400-cycle battery durability—rare in this price tier. It’s built for users who demand long-term software support (up to Android 16) and bright outdoor visibility without premium branding. The dual 50MP main and telephoto cameras with OIS deliver sharp 2x optical zoom, ideal for urban travelers capturing details at distance. But thermals throttle under sustained 120Hz gaming, making it unsuitable for marathon sessions. In UAE at AED 1050, it’s competitive because no rival offers 1B colors, 2160Hz PWM, and 50W charging below AED 1300. In India at ₹23999, it’s overpriced—Redmi Note 14 Pro+ matches cameras and charging at ₹21999 with better cooling. Skip if you prioritize sustained performance; choose it for display quality, battery longevity, and clean software.
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| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack | No |
| Type | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 50W wired, 50% in 19 min, 100% in 56 min |
| Battery Capacity | 5000 mAh |
| Triple | 50 MP, f/1.9, 24mm (wide), 1/1.57", 1.0µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 50 MP, f/2.0, 50mm (telephoto), 1/2.74", 0.64µm, PDAF (25cm - ∞), 2x optical zoom 8 MP, f/2.2, 15mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm |
| Features | LED flash, panorama, HDR |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS, OIS |
| Single | 32 MP, f/2.2, 22mm (wide), 1/3.44" |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 42, 48, 66 |
| 5G bands | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.4, A2DP, LE |
| Positioning | GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS |
| NFC | Yes |
| Radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
| Dimensions | 163.5 x 77.5 x 8.4 mm (6.44 x 3.05 x 0.33 in) |
| Weight | 201 g (7.09 oz) |
| Build | Glass front (Panda Glass), plastic frame, glass back |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Type | AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, 2160Hz PWM, HDR10+, 800 nits (typ), 1300 nits (HBM), 3000 nits (peak) |
| Size | 6.77 inches, 111.5 cm2 (~88.0% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2392 pixels (~387 ppi density) |
| Protection | Panda Glass, Mohs level 5 |
| Card slot | No |
| Internal | 128 |
| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Colors | Black, White, Blue, Community Edition green |
| Models | A059 |
| Price | € 260.00 |
| Performance | AnTuTu: 828429 (v10) GeekBench: 3278 (v6) 3DMark: 1064 (Wild Life Extreme) |
| Display | 1273 nits max brightness (measured) |
| Loudspeaker | -24.1 LUFS (Very good) |
| Battery | Active use score 13:38h |
| Energy | Class C |
| Battery | 43:56h endurance, 1400 cycles |
| Free fall | Class C (90 falls) |
| Repairability | Class C |
| Announced | 2025, March 04 |
| Status | Available. Released 2025, March 11 |
| OS | Android 15, upgradable to Android 16, Nothing OS 4.0, up to 3 major Android upgrades |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (1x2.5 GHz Cortex-A720 & 3x2.4 GHz Cortex-A720 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A520) |
| GPU | Adreno 810 |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
Common questions about the Phone (3a).
Yes, it remains a strong value pick in 2026 due to its clean software, reliable performance, and continued software support. At its current price point, it offers a premium feel without the premium cost.
The Nothing Phone (3a) 128GB is priced at AED 1050 in the UAE. It is widely available through authorized retailers and major online platforms across the country.
The Nothing Phone (3a) 128GB is priced at ₹23999 in India. It is available through official Nothing channels and leading e-commerce sites nationwide.
The camera delivers sharp, well-exposed photos in daylight with accurate colors and fast autofocus. Low-light performance is decent for its class, though details soften slightly in very dim conditions.
The battery lasts a full day with moderate to heavy usage, including screen-on time and app usage. It supports fast charging to quickly restore power when needed.
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