Nothing Phone (4a) Full specification & Future

   Nothing Phone (4a) Series Launched With New Glyph Design and Metal Build

Nothing Phone (4a) Full specification & Future 

Nothing has officially introduced its latest mid-range smartphones, the Nothing Phone (4a) and Nothing Phone (4a) Pro. The new A-series models bring noticeable upgrades in design, performance, display quality, and camera capabilities.

Unlike last year’s lineup where the main difference was mostly the camera, the Phone (4a) Pro now stands out with a bigger screen, stronger processor, premium metal body, and the new Glyph Matrix lighting system.

If you are planning to buy a stylish smartphone with powerful hardware in 2026, the Nothing Phone (4a) series could be worth considering.

Design and Build Quality

The Nothing Phone (4a) Pro introduces a major design improvement with a full metal unibody frame, replacing the plastic frame used in previous models.

The device is 7.95mm thin, making it slimmer than its predecessor which measured 8.4mm. Despite switching to metal, the phone maintains nearly the same weight.

The Pro model also features an IP65 rating, meaning it is protected against dust and water splashes. Nothing claims the phone can survive up to 25cm water immersion for around 20 minutes, even though it does not carry a full IP67 certification.

The standard Nothing Phone (4a) keeps a plastic frame and is slightly thicker at 8.55mm. It comes with an IP64 rating, offering protection from dust and splashes.

Display Improvements

Nothing has upgraded the displays on both devices.

Nothing Phone (4a) Pro Display

• 6.83-inch OLED display
• 1260 × 2800 resolution
• 144Hz refresh rate
• Peak brightness: 5000 nits
• 2160Hz PWM dimming
• Gorilla Glass 7i protection

This makes the Pro model ideal for gaming, streaming, and outdoor usage due to its high brightness and smooth refresh rate.

Nothing Phone (4a) Display

The standard model includes:

• 6.78-inch OLED display
• 1224 × 2720 resolution
• 120Hz refresh rate
• Peak brightness: 4500 nits
• Gorilla Glass 7i

Gorilla Glass 7i provides twice the scratch resistance compared to the Panda Glass used previously.

New Glyph Lighting System

Nothing is famous for its unique Glyph Interface, and the new series continues that tradition with improvements.

Phone (4a) Pro – Glyph Matrix

The Pro model features a circular Glyph Matrix on the back consisting of 137 LEDs.

Although this is fewer LEDs than the 489 LEDs on the flagship Phone (3), the circle is 57% larger and can reach 3000 nits brightness, making it useful even as a flashlight.

Phone (4a) – Glyph Bar

The standard model introduces a redesigned Glyph Bar with 63 LEDs arranged in six segments.

It also includes a red recording indicator, and the brightness can reach 3500 nits, making it 40% brighter than the previous (3a) series Glyph system.

Performance and Processor

Both smartphones run the latest Nothing OS 4.1 based on Android 16.

Nothing promises:

• 3 major Android updates
• 6 years of security updates

This long software support is excellent for users planning to keep their phone for several years.

Nothing Phone (4a) Pro Chipset

The Pro version uses the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 processor built on a 4nm architecture.

Performance improvements include:

• 27% faster CPU
• 30% better GPU performance
• 65% improved AI capabilities

The phone also features a 5300mm² vapor chamber cooling system for better thermal performance during gaming.

Memory options include:

• 8GB / 12GB LPDDR5X RAM
• 128GB / 256GB UFS 3.1 storage

The UFS 3.1 storage offers up to 147% faster read speeds compared to the previous generation.

Nothing Phone (4a) Processor

The regular model is powered by the Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 chipset.

It provides:

• 7% faster CPU and GPU
• 10% improved power efficiency

It comes with:

• 8GB or 12GB LPDDR4X RAM
• 256GB UFS 3.1 storage

Unlike the Pro version, it does not include a vapor chamber cooling system.

Camera Features

Nothing Phone (4a) Pro Camera

The Pro model has a triple rear camera setup:

Main Camera

• 50MP Sony Lytia 700c
• 1/1.56-inch sensor
• f/1.88 aperture
• Optical Image Stabilization (OIS)

Telephoto Camera

• 50MP Samsung JN5
• 3.5x optical zoom
• Up to 7x zoom using in-sensor technology

Ultra-Wide Camera

• 8MP
• 120° field of view
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• Front Camera
• 32MP selfie camera

The phone supports 4K Ultra XDR video recording at 30fps.

Nothing Phone (4a) Camera

The standard model includes:

Main Camera

• 50MP Samsung GN9 sensor
• OIS support

Telephoto Camera

• 50MP periscope
• 3.5x optical zoom

Ultra-Wide Camera

8MP

Front Camera

32MP

It supports 4K video recording, but Ultra XDR recording is limited to 1080p at 30fps.

Battery and Charging

Both models include a 5080mAh battery, which is slightly larger than the 5000mAh battery used in the previous generation.

In India, the phones will come with a 5400mAh battery variant.

Charging features include:

• 50W wired fast charging
• Optimized battery health system

Nothing claims the battery will retain 90% of its original capacity even after 1,200 charging cycles.

Specification	Nothing Phone (4a)	Nothing Phone (4a) Pro
Chipset	Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 (4nm)	Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4nm)
CPU	Octa-core (1×2.7 GHz Cortex-A720 & 3×2.4 GHz Cortex-A720 & 4×1.8 GHz Cortex-A520)	Octa-core (1×2.8 GHz Cortex-A720 & 4×2.4 GHz Cortex-A720 & 3×1.8 GHz Cortex-A520)
GPU	Adreno 810	Adreno 722
Operating System	Android 16, Nothing OS 4.1 (3 Android Updates)	Android 16, Nothing OS 4.1 (3 Android Updates)
Network Support	2G, 3G, 4G LTE, 5G	2G, 3G, 4G LTE, 5G
Display	6.78" AMOLED, 1224 × 2720 pixels, 120Hz, HDR10+, 4500 nits peak	6.83" AMOLED, 1260 × 2800 pixels, 144Hz, HDR10+, 5000 nits peak
Protection	Gorilla Glass 7i	Gorilla Glass 7i
RAM	8GB / 12GB	8GB / 12GB
Storage	128GB / 256GB UFS 3.1	128GB / 256GB UFS 3.1
Card Slot	No	No
Main Camera	50MP Wide (Samsung GN9, OIS) 50MP Periscope Telephoto, 3.5x Zoom 8MP Ultra-Wide	50MP Wide (Sony Lytia 700c, OIS) 50MP Periscope Telephoto, 3.5x Zoom 8MP Ultra-Wide
Front Camera	32MP Selfie Camera	32MP Selfie Camera
Battery	5080mAh, 50W Fast Charging	5080mAh, 50W Fast Charging
Colors	Pink, White, Black, Blue	Black, Silver, Pink
Starting Price	$406	$499

Nothing Phone (4a) Price

Variant	Price
Nothing Phone (4a) – 8GB RAM / 128GB Storage	$406 (Expected)
Nothing Phone (4a) – 8GB RAM / 256GB Storage	$452 (Expected)
Nothing Phone (4a) – 12GB RAM / 256GB Storage	$499 (Expected)

The Nothing Phone (4a) Pro will officially launch in the United States, while the standard model will be available in other markets.

Available Colors

Nothing Phone (4a)

• Black
• White
• Blue
• Pink

Nothing Phone (4a) Pro

• Black
• Silver
• Pink

FAQs

Is Nothing Phone (4a) waterproof?

It has IP64 protection, which protects against dust and splashes but is not fully waterproof.

Does Nothing Phone (4a) support 5G?

Yes, both Phone (4a) and Phone (4a) Pro support 5G connectivity.

What is the refresh rate of Nothing Phone (4a) Pro?

The Pro model features a 144Hz OLED display.

How big is the battery in Nothing Phone (4a)?

Both phones include a 5080mAh battery with 50W fast charging.

How many Android updates will Nothing provide?

Nothing promises 3 major Android updates and 6 years of security patches.

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Final Words

The Nothing Phone (4a) series brings meaningful improvements to the mid-range smartphone market. With a fresh design, powerful Snapdragon processors, improved displays, and the new Glyph lighting system, the phones offer a unique experience compared to other devices in the same price range.

For users who want premium design with strong performance, the Nothing Phone (4a) Pro is the better option, while the standard Phone (4a) remains a good choice for users looking for a stylish phone at a lower price.

For more official details about the device, you can visit the Nothing official website.

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