Nothing Phone (3a)
The Glyph mid-ranger gains a real telephoto and the Essential Key.
The Nothing Phone (3a) is a mid-range Nothing smartphone released Mar 2025, with a launch price of $379. It pairs the Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 with a 6.77" AMOLED 120 Hz display, a 50 MP · OIS main camera and a 5,000 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 74/100 — Personality as a spec. Standout strengths: 2× telephoto at $379. and nothing os — cleanest android skin in the class. Main trade-off: ip64 while rivals hit ip68.
Personality as a spec.
Phone (3a) wins the segment's software war outright and backs it with a real telephoto — two things $379 rarely buys together. The weatherproofing and glass are where Nothing saved; for most buyers the trade reads as fair.
Read the full review- 2× telephoto at $379.
- Nothing OS — cleanest Android skin in the class.
- Glyph interface + Essential Key feel genuinely different.
- 6 years of security patches.
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the Nothing Phone (3a) compares
| Nothing Phone (3a) | Moto G85 | Nothing Phone (2a) Plus | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 74 | 74 | 74 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 | SD 6s Gen 3 | Dimensity 7350 Pro |
| Display | 6.77" AMOLED 120 Hz | 6.67" pOLED 120 Hz | 6.7" AMOLED 120 Hz |
| Main camera | 50 MP · OIS | 50 MP · f/1.8 | 50 MP · f/1.88 |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Launch price | $379 | $299 | $349 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Nothing Phone (3a) released?
The Nothing Phone (3a) was released in Mar 2025.
How much does the Nothing Phone (3a) cost?
The Nothing Phone (3a) launched at $379 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Nothing Phone (3a) screen size and type?
The Nothing Phone (3a) has a 6.77" AMOLED 120 Hz display.
What chipset does the Nothing Phone (3a) use?
The Nothing Phone (3a) is powered by the Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Nothing Phone (3a) have?
The Nothing Phone (3a) ships with 8 GB · 128 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Nothing Phone (3a) battery capacity?
The Nothing Phone (3a) has a 5,000 mAh battery.
How fast does the Nothing Phone (3a) charge?
The Nothing Phone (3a) supports 50 W wired charging.
What is the Nothing Phone (3a) main camera?
The Nothing Phone (3a) has a 50 MP · OIS main camera.
Does the Nothing Phone (3a) have a telephoto zoom camera?
Yes — the Nothing Phone (3a) includes a dedicated telephoto camera: 50 MP, 2× optical.
Does the Nothing Phone (3a) have a headphone jack?
The Nothing Phone (3a) does not have a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How long will the Nothing Phone (3a) get software updates?
The Nothing Phone (3a) update policy: 3 OS + 6 yr security.
How much does the Nothing Phone (3a) weigh?
The Nothing Phone (3a) weighs 201 g.
What colours does the Nothing Phone (3a) come in?
The Nothing Phone (3a) is available in 3 colours: Black, White, Blue.
Is the Nothing Phone (3a) worth buying?
Phone (3a) wins the segment's software war outright and backs it with a real telephoto — two things $379 rarely buys together. The weatherproofing and glass are where Nothing saved; for most buyers the trade reads as fair. SpecEagle gives the Nothing Phone (3a) an editorial score of 74/100.
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