The Nothing Phone (3a) Lite is set to be the brand’s new entry-level offering, bringing Nothing’s distinctive design language and clean software experience to a more budget-conscious audience. Notably a “Made in India” product, the device promises a premium feel with tempered glass on both the front and back panels. It is scheduled to officially launch in India on November 27th.
Camera, Design, and Connectivity
The smartphone retains the essential elements of the Nothing aesthetic, featuring a simplified version of the brand’s signature Glyph light system on the rear panel for notifications. The camera setup is a versatile triple-lens module:
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Primary Camera: 50MP
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Ultra-Wide Camera: 8MP
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Macro Camera: 2MP
For connectivity, the Phone (3a) Lite supports Dual 5G SIMs. A standout feature in this price segment is the impressive storage capability, supporting up to 2TB of expandable storage.
Immersive Display and Performance
The visual experience is a major focus, as the phone features a large 6.77-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED display with a fluid 120Hz refresh rate. Nothing claims the display quality will mirror the premium visuals of the Nothing Phone (3a), supported by an incredible 3000 nits peak brightness for excellent visibility even outdoors.
Powering the device is the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Pro SoC, the same chipset found in the CMF Phone 2 Pro. This 4nm processor is optimized for enhanced performance and smooth, lag-free multitasking.
Battery, Charging, and Software Commitment
The Nothing Phone (3a) Lite is equipped with a substantial 5000mAh battery to ensure all-day endurance. It supports 33W fast charging, which can reportedly juice the battery up to 50% in just 20 minutes.
On the software front, the phone runs on Nothing OS 3.5, based on the latest Android 15. Nothing has made a strong commitment to long-term support, promising:
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3 Major Android Updates (e.g., Nothing OS 4.0 based on Android 16 is expected in early 2026)
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6 Years of Security Updates
The device is configured with 8GB of RAM plus an additional 8GB of Virtual RAM for optimized app management. The expected pricing for the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite is rumored to be under ₹20,000 in the Indian market.