Nothing has officially launched its latest budget-friendly smartphone, the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite in India, targeting users who want a premium design experience without a flagship price tag. The device continues the brand’s signature transparent-inspired aesthetics and introduces a simplified Glyph lighting system, making it one of the most unique smartphones in its price segment.
Price & Variants in India
The Nothing Phone (3a) Lite comes in two storage options:
- 8GB + 128GB: ₹20,999
- 8GB + 256GB: ₹22,999
With ICICI and OneCard bank offers, buyers get a flat ₹1,000 discount, bringing the effective starting price to ₹19,999. The smartphone will be available in Black, White, and a new Blue variant, with the first sale beginning on December 5th through Flipkart, Croma, Vijay Sales, and other major retailers.
Specifications and Features
The device is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Pro (4nm) 5G chipset, ensuring efficient performance for daily usage and multitasking. It features:
- 6.77-inch Flexible AMOLED Display
- FHD+ Resolution (1080 x 2392)
- 120Hz Adaptive Refresh Rate
- Up to 3,000 nits peak brightness, making it suitable for outdoor use.
The Phone (3a) Lite offers 8GB LPDDR4X RAM with support for up to 8GB virtual RAM, along with 128GB or 256GB UFS 2.2 storage, expandable up to 2TB via microSD card.
Camera Setup
The smartphone features a triple rear camera system:
- 50MP Primary Sensor with OIS/EIS
- 8MP Ultra-wide Lens
- 2MP Macro Camera
It supports 4K video recording at 30fps. On the front, a 16MP selfie camera ensures sharp images and video calls.
Battery, Software, and Design
Backed by a 5,000mAh battery with 33W fast charging and 5W reverse wired charging, the device ensures all-day usage. It runs Nothing OS 3.5 based on Android 15, with a promised 3 years of OS updates and 6 years of security patches.
The Phone (3a) Lite maintains Nothing’s iconic design with a glass back, Panda Glass protection, and IP54 splash resistance. The new simplified Glyph Light Alert System offers notification lighting and Flip-to-Glyph functionality.
With its premium display, clean software experience, sleek transparent-inspired design, and competitive pricing, the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite delivers strong value in the mid-range segment and is likely to attract users who want style, software stability, and innovation at an affordable price.
