The Nothing Phone (3a) is a capable mid-range device, powered by the Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm) that comfortably covers most everyday use cases, with a 5,000 mAh battery for solid all-day use (2025).
2025 · Mid-range · Android 15
Overall
B
Performance
B+
Display
C+
Battery
B
Camera
B+
Charging
B
Software
B+
ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Flagship), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size6.77" · 163.5 x 77.5 x 8.4 mm (6.44 x 3.05 x 0.33 in)
ChipsetQualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm)
RAM12GB | 8GB
Storage128GB | 256GB
Main Camera50 MP · LED flash
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓Long 5,000 mAh battery, easily lasts a full day
✓Smooth Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm) for daily use and light gaming
✓12GB of RAM — plenty for heavy multitasking and keeping many apps open
✓6.77" OLED/AMOLED display with deep blacks and vibrant colours
✓5G capable for fast cellular data
⊗ Cons
✗No headphone jack — requires wireless or USB-C audio
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
5.4, A2DP, LE
NFC
Yes
GPS
GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS
USB
USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
🔊 Sound
3.5mm Jack
No
Loudspeaker
Yes, with stereo speakers
Radio
No
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, the Nothing Phone (3a) supports 5G connectivity.
Yes, the Nothing Phone (3a) has NFC for contactless payments and pairing.
No, the Nothing Phone (3a) charges via cable only — no wireless charging.
Yes, up to 50W (50W wired, 50% in 19 min, 100% in 56 min).
The Nothing Phone (3a) is rated IP64 — IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) 3 LED light strips on the back (notifications, camera fill light, 26 addressable zones).
No, the Nothing Phone (3a) does not support a memory card.
The Nothing Phone (3a) SIM configuration: Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM.
No, the Nothing Phone (3a) does not have a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Yes, the Nothing Phone (3a) has stereo speakers.
The Nothing Phone (3a) ships with Android 15, upgradable to Android 16, Nothing OS 4.0, up to 3 major Android upgrades.
