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Nothing Phone 3A: A Budget Friendly Smartphone or Just a Hype? 

Nothing Phone 3A: A Budget Friendly Smartphone or Just a Hype? 

Nothing has recently announced the launch of the Nothing Phone 3a. The Nothing Phones are known for their different style and appearance. But that would not be enough. As Nothing Phone 2a promised fast charging and stunning display visuals, it’s time to notice if the Nothing 3a is worth the upgrade. Let’s see if it meets our expectations by exploring the Nothing 3a price in Pakistan and its specifications. 

Nothing Phone 3a Price in Pakistan

The expected price range of the Nothing 3a in Pakistan starts from Rs. 91,000 to Rs. 104,800. The phone comes in two variants with different prices that are mentioned below: 

Variant Global Price Expected Price in Pakistan 
Nothing Phone 3a 8GB 128GB $329 Rs. 91,000 
Nothing Phone 3a 12GB 256 GB $379Rs. 104,800

Disclaimer: The price range of the Nothing Phone 3a may vary depending on different factors. 

Design of Nothing Phone 3a

Considering the transparent back panel of Nothing 3a, I do not find the design attractive. In my opinion, it gives the phone an incomplete or sketchy appearance. However, some people might find this design attractive as it is unique compared to other smartphones. 

Learn more about the design of Nothing Phone 3a in the given table: 

Dimensions163.5 x 77.5 x 8.4 mm (6.44 x 3.05 x 0.33 in)
Weight201 g (7.09 oz)
BuildIP64 dust-tight and water-resistant (water splashes)
Colors Black, white, and blue 

Display

Nothing Phone 3a comes with 3000 nits peak brightness which is an upgrade from its predecessor Nothing Phone 2a with 1300 nits peak. Furthermore, its ultra HDR image support gives a clear visual experience to its users. The following are display features of the Nothing Phone 3a you need to know: 

Type AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+, 800 nits (typ), 1300 nits (HBM), 3000 nits (peak)
Size6.77 inches, 111.5 cm2 (~88.0% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution1080 x 2392 pixels (~387 ppi density)
Protection Panda glass 
Ultra HDR image support

Camera Features

The Nothing Phone 2a was launched with double 50 MP rear cameras. Now that the Nothing Phone 3a is all set to appear in the smartphone market, it is launched with triple rear cameras which is an upgrade from its predecessor. Furthermore, its 120˚ ultrawide camera feature can be a main highlight of its camera features. 

RearRear cameras50 MP, f/1.9, 24mm (wide), 1/1.57″, 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS
50 MP, f/2.0, 50mm (telephoto), 1/2.74″, 0.64µm, PDAF (25cm – ∞), 2x optical zoom
8 MP, f/2.2, 15mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0″, 1.12µm
Rear camera video4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS, OIS
Rear camera featuresLED flash, panorama, HDR
SelfieSelfie / front camera(s)32 MP, f/2.2, 22mm (wide), 1/3.44″
Selfie / front camera video1080p@30fps

Performance

The Nothing Phone 3a is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 and promises to deliver top-tier performance in gaming or other tasks. To learn more about its performance, consider the following table: 

OSAndroid 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades, Nothing OS 3.1
ChipsetQualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm)
CPUOcta-core (1×2.5 GHz Cortex-A720 & 3×2.4 GHz Cortex-A720 & 4×1.8 GHz Cortex-A520)
GPUAdreno 710 (940 MHz)
Memory 8GB 128GB 12GB 256GB 

Battery 

The Nothing Phone 3a has the same 5000 mAh battery as its predecessor. Furthermore, the 50% charging in 19 minutes can be a good option as well. 

Battery5000 mAh
Charging50W wired, 50% in 19 min, 100% in 56 min

General Features 

The Nothing Phone 3a is introduced with an additional side button that performs different functions. For instance, press the button once for a screenshot and a long press to record a voice. For more information, consider the following table: 

ConnectivityWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth 5.4, A2DP, LE 
SensorsFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
USB Type USB Type-C 2.0, OTG

Final Verdict 

The Nothing phones have been the center of attention because of their unique and transparent design at the back. As the Nothing Phone 3a is making its way to Pakistan, it is important to note its key differences and similarities with its predecessor. The Nothing Phone 3a works on the Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 chipset promising enhanced performance. Considering, the Nothing Phone 3a price in Pakistan, it can be a suitable option for upgrading your smartphone. 

FAQs 

What is the expected price range of the Nothing Phone 3a in Pakistan? 

The expected price range of the Nothing 3a in Pakistan starts from Rs. 91,000 to Rs. 104,800.

What are the variants of the Nothing Phone 3a? 

The Nothing Phone 3a has two variants that are 8GB 128GB and 12GB 256GB. 

Picture Credits: intl.nothing.tech

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