| Name | Nothing Phone (2a) Plus | Nothing Phone (3) |
|---|---|---|
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| MSRP | $399 | $799 |
| Released | Aug 2024 | Jul 2025 |
| Availability | Discontinued | Available |
| Check price: | Amazon | Amazon |
| Operating system | ||
| Operating system (OS) | Android 14 | Android 15 |
| Latest OS update? | Android 14 | - |
| Display specifications | ||
| Display type | AMOLED | OLED |
| Display size (inch) | 6.7″ | 6.67″ |
| Resolution (H×W) | 2412×1080 | 2800×1260 |
| Aspect ratio (H:W) | 20:9 | 20:9 |
| Pixel density (PPI) | 395 PPI | 460 PPI |
| HDR support (types) | HDR10+ | HDR10+ |
| Refresh rate (max) | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Hardware | ||
| Chipset | Dimensity 7350 Pro | Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 |
| GPU | Mali-G610 MC4 | Adreno 825 |
| CPU cores | 8-core | 8-core |
| CPU clock speed (max) | 3.0 GHz | 3.21 GHz |
| RAM options (GB) | 8 GB | 12 GB | 12 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory options (GB) | 256 | 256 | 512 |
| Memory card slot? (microSD) | ❌ | ❌ |
| Main camera layout | ||
| Primary (wide) | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Telephoto | ❌ | 50 MP |
| Optical zoom | ❌ | 3× |
| Other cameras (macro/depth) | ❌ | ❌ |
| Main camera features | ||
| Photo HDR? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Video HDR? | ✔ | ❌ |
| 8K video? | ❌ | ❌ |
| 4K video? | 30 fps | 30/60 fps |
| 1080p video? | 60/120 fps | 30/60 fps |
| Other resolutions? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Selfie-camera layout | ||
| Primary | 50 MP wide | 50 MP wide |
| Secondary | ❌ | ❌ |
| Selfie-camera features | ||
| Face recognition? | Face unlock | Face unlock |
| Selfie photo HDR? | ✔ | ✔ |
| 4K selfie video? | 30 fps | 60 fps |
| 1080p selfie video? | ❌ | 60 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 7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 6.0 |
| NFC? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Charging & data port | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Battery, power & charging | ||
| Battery capacity (3.7V) | 5000 mAh | 5150 mAh |
| Wired charging speed? | 50 W | 65 W |
| Wireless charging? | ❌ | 15 Watt |
| Reverse wireless charging? | ❌ | ✔ |
| Audio | ||
| Speakers | 2.0 (stereo) | 2.0 (stereo) |
| 3.5 mm AUX out port? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Build & materials | ||
| IP-Code | IP54 | IP68 |
| Screen material | Gorilla Glass 5 | Gorilla Glass 7i |
| Frame material | Plastic | Aluminum |
| Back material | Plastic | Gorilla Glass Victus |
| Layout & design | ||
| Selfie camera placement? | Punch hole | Punch hole |
| Fingerprint sensor? | Under display | Under display |
| Special design features? | Transparent back panel, 3 LED light strips | Dot matrix |
| Color options: | Black, Gray | Black, White |
| Size & weight | ||
| Size (cm H×W×D): | 16.17×7.63×0.85 | 16.06×7.56×0.90 |
| Size (inch H×W×D): | 6.37×3.00×0.33 | 6.32×2.98×0.35 |
| Weight (gram): | 190 | 218 |
| Weight (oz): | 6.70 | 7.69 |
| In the box | ||
| Cables? | USB-C to C | USB-C to C |
| Charger? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Adapters? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Other | SIM tool | SIM tool, case |
| More info | ||
| Model numbers | A142P | A024 |
| User guide / manual | User guide | User Guide |
| Official site link: | Nothing.tech | Nothing.tech |
| Check price & reviews | ||
| See price and reviews: | Amazon | Amazon |
Nothing Phone 2a Plus vs 3
Key differences
The Nothing Phone (2a) Plus is lighter (190 g vs 218 g). The Nothing Phone (3) costs $400 more ($799 vs $399), is newer (Jul 2025 vs Aug 2024), has a sharper display (460 PPI vs 395 PPI), has more RAM (up to 16 GB vs up to 12 GB), has more storage (up to 512 GB vs 256 GB) and charges faster (65 W vs 50 W).
Only on the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus: Video HDR. Only on the Nothing Phone (3): telephoto (50 MP), optical zoom (3×), 1080p selfie video (60 fps), eSIM, wireless charging (15 Watt) and reverse wireless charging.
Other differences: operating system (Android 14 vs Android 15), display type (AMOLED vs OLED), chipset (Dimensity 7350 Pro vs Snapdragon 8s Gen 4), Wi-Fi 6 vs Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth (5.3 vs 6.0). Both have 120 Hz refresh rates.














