| Name | Nothing Phone (1) | Nothing Phone (3a) Lite |
|---|---|---|
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| MSRP | $460 | $279 |
| Released | Jul 2022 | Oct 2025 |
| Availability | Discontinued | Available |
| Check price: | Amazon | Amazon |
| Operating system | ||
| Operating system (OS) | Android 12 | Android 15 |
| Latest OS update? | Android 14 | - |
| Display specifications | ||
| Display type | OLED | AMOLED |
| Display size (inch) | 6.55″ | 6.77″ |
| Resolution (H×W) | 2400×1080 | 2392×1080 |
| Aspect ratio (H:W) | 20:9 | 19.93:9 |
| Pixel density (PPI) | 402 PPI | 388 PPI |
| HDR support (types) | HDR10+ | HDR |
| Refresh rate (max) | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Hardware | ||
| Chipset | Snapdragon 778G+ 5G | Mediatek Dimensity 7300 Pro |
| GPU | Adreno 642L | Mali-G615 MC2 |
| CPU cores | 8-core | 8-core |
| CPU clock speed (max) | 2.5 GHz | 2.5 GHz |
| RAM options (GB) | 8 GB | 12 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory options (GB) | 128 | 256 | 128 | 256 |
| Memory card slot? (microSD) | ❌ | ✔ |
| Main camera layout | ||
| Primary (wide) | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP |
| Telephoto | ❌ | ❌ |
| Optical zoom | ❌ | ❌ |
| Other cameras (macro/depth) | ❌ | 2 MP macro |
| Main camera features | ||
| Photo HDR? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Video HDR? | ✔ | ❌ |
| 8K video? | ❌ | ❌ |
| 4K video? | 30 fps | 30 fps |
| 1080p video? | 30/60 fps | 30/60/120 fps |
| Other resolutions? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Selfie-camera layout | ||
| Primary | 16 MP wide | 16 MP wide |
| Secondary | ❌ | ❌ |
| Selfie-camera features | ||
| Face recognition? | Face unlock | Face unlock |
| Selfie photo HDR? | ❌ | ❌ |
| 4K selfie video? | ❌ | ❌ |
| 1080p selfie video? | 30 fps | 30 fps |
| Other resolutions? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Connectivity | ||
| SIM type? (physical) | Nano | Nano |
| Dual SIM? (card slots) | ✔ | ✔ |
| eSIM? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Cellular networks | 5G | 5G |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.4 |
| NFC? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Charging & data port | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Battery, power & charging | ||
| Battery capacity (3.7V) | 4500 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Wired charging speed? | 33 W | 33 W |
| Wireless charging? | 15 Watt | ❌ |
| Reverse wireless charging? | ✔ 5 W | ❌ |
| Audio | ||
| Speakers | 2.0 (stereo) | 1.0 (mono) |
| 3.5 mm AUX out port? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Build & materials | ||
| IP-Code | IP53 | IP54 |
| Screen material | Gorilla Glass 5 | Panda Glass |
| Frame material | Aluminum | Plastic |
| Back material | Gorilla Glass 5 | Panda Glass |
| Layout & design | ||
| Selfie camera placement? | Punch hole | Punch hole |
| Fingerprint sensor? | Under display | Under display |
| Special design features? | Transparent back panel, 5 LED light strips | Notification LED (back) |
| Color options: | White, Black | Black, White |
| Size & weight | ||
| Size (cm H×W×D): | 15.92×7.58×0.83 | 16.40×7.80×0.83 |
| Size (inch H×W×D): | 6.27×2.98×0.33 | 6.46×3.07×0.33 |
| Weight (gram): | 193.5 | 199 |
| Weight (oz): | 6.84 | 7.02 |
| In the box | ||
| Cables? | USB-C to C | USB-C to C |
| Charger? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Adapters? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Other | SIM tool | SIM tool, case |
| More info | ||
| Model numbers | A063 | A001T |
| User guide / manual | User guide | User Guide |
| Official site link: | Nothing.tech | Nothing.tech |
| Check price & reviews | ||
| See price and reviews: | Amazon | Amazon |
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