Nothing has officially launched its first budget smartphone, the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite. The company already offers budget-friendly options through its CMF line, this new phone marks the first time the London-based tech company has introduced an affordable device under the main Nothing lineup. Most likely, Nothing will also launch the Phone (3a) Lite in Pakistan via official partners.
Even with the “Lite” name, the new phone offers a strong mix of design and performance. It closely resembles the CMF Phone 2 Pro, though it skips a telephoto lens as the main change.
Nothing Phone (3a) Lite Specs
The Nothing Phone (3a) Lite retains the brand’s signature transparent glass back, a trademark of Nothing’s distinctive design. It also features a single Glyph light, which provides visual alerts for notifications, calls, and other updates. This design choice gives the phone a clean yet futuristic look, setting it apart from typical budget smartphones
Display and Design
The phone features a 6.77-inch 120Hz AMOLED display with a Full HD+ resolution. It handles smooth scrolling and vibrant visuals, whether you’re watching videos or gaming. The screen delivers 800 nits of typical brightness and can peak at 3,000 nits, making it easily viewable even under bright sunlight. The panel is protected by Panda Glass and includes an optical fingerprint scanner underneath. For selfies, there’s a 16MP front camera neatly housed within the display.
Performance and Storage
Nothing Phone (3a) Lite is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Pro chipset. It pairs with 8GB of RAM and up to 256GB of internal storage. Users who need more space can expand it further via a microSD card slot — a feature not commonly found in modern smartphones.
Camera System
The rear side phone features a triple-camera setup: a 50MP main sensor with OIS, an 8MP ultrawide lens, and a 2MP macro. This setup provides flexibility for different photography styles, from wide scenic shots to close-up details.
Software and Battery
The Nothing Phone (3a) Lite runs on Nothing OS 3.5, which is based on Android 15. The company promises three major Android updates and six years of security patches. Powering everything is a 5,000mAh battery with 33W charging that lasts all day.
Pricing and Availability
It comes in Black or White. The 8GB + 128GB version sells for $249 / €249 / £249. The 8GB + 256GB goes for $279 / €279 / £279. Open sales start 30 October, offering an easy entry to Nothing’s cool design and pure Android feel.
Nothing Phone (3a) Lite price in Pakistan base variant is about 70,000 PKR. Taxes will add more, though. There will be taxes as well. In my opinion, the phone will cost not less than PKR 90,000. We’ll get more information and exact details soon, so check back for news.
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