Nothing Phone (4a) Overview

The Nothing Phone (4a) is a distinctive mid-range smartphone that blends modern performance with the brand’s signature transparent design and Glyph lighting system. Running Android 16 with Nothing OS 4.1, the phone focuses on clean software, a smooth AMOLED display, and capable cameras.

Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 processor, the device delivers balanced performance for gaming, multitasking, and daily usage while maintaining efficient power consumption.

Design and Build

The Nothing Phone (4a) continues the brand’s unique design philosophy with a semi-transparent back panel and an upgraded Glyph lighting interface.

The rear panel integrates 63 mini-LED lights arranged in six individually addressable zones. These lights provide visual notifications, call alerts, and camera fill lighting, creating a unique interactive experience.

Build highlights include:

Glass front with Gorilla Glass 7i protection
Glass back with a plastic frame
IP64 dust and splash resistance
Manufacturer-rated water resistance up to 25 cm for 20 minutes

The phone measures 164 × 77.6 × 8.6 mm and weighs 204.5 g, giving it a solid in-hand feel.

Available colors include:

Pink
White
Black
Blue

Display

The device features a large 6.78-inch AMOLED display designed for vibrant colors and smooth visuals.

Display highlights:

120Hz refresh rate for fluid scrolling
1 billion color support
HDR10+ certification
2160Hz PWM dimming for improved eye comfort

Brightness levels reach:

800 nits typical brightness
1600 nits high brightness mode
Up to 4500 nits peak brightness

With a 1224 × 2720 resolution and ~440 PPI pixel density, the screen delivers sharp images and detailed visuals. It is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 7i and also supports Ultra HDR images.

Performance and Software

The Nothing Phone (4a) is powered by the Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 chipset, built on a 4 nm process.

Processor configuration:

1× Cortex-A720 at 2.7 GHz
3× Cortex-A720 at 2.4 GHz
4× Cortex-A520 at 1.8 GHz

Graphics are handled by the Adreno 810 GPU, which enables smooth gameplay and responsive graphics performance.

On the software side, the phone runs Android 16 with Nothing OS 4.1, known for its clean interface, minimal bloatware, and unique widgets. Nothing promises up to three major Android upgrades.

Memory and Storage

The device offers multiple storage options:

128GB storage with 8GB RAM
256GB storage with 8GB RAM
256GB storage with 12GB RAM

Storage uses UFS 3.1 technology for faster data access and app loading speeds.

The phone does not include a microSD card slot, so storage cannot be expanded.

Camera System

Rear Cameras

The Nothing Phone (4a) features a triple-camera setup designed for versatile photography.

Camera configuration:

50 MP wide camera with PDAF and OIS
50 MP periscope telephoto camera with 3.5× optical zoom and OIS
8 MP ultrawide camera with a 120° field of view

The camera system supports features such as:

Ultra XDR processing
Panorama mode
LED flash

Video recording capabilities include:

4K video at 30fps
1080p at 30/60/120fps
Dolby Vision HDR video
Gyro-EIS and optical stabilization

Front Camera

On the front, the phone features a 32 MP selfie camera.

It supports:

High-resolution selfies
1080p video recording at 30fps

Connectivity

The Nothing Phone (4a) supports modern connectivity options, including:

5G network support (SA/NSA)
Wi-Fi 6 dual-band
Bluetooth 5.4
NFC for contactless payments
USB Type-C 2.0 with OTG

Navigation systems include GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, and QZSS for accurate positioning.

Battery and Charging

Battery capacity varies by region:

5080 mAh battery (International)
5400 mAh battery (India)

Charging features include:

50W wired fast charging
50% charge in around 22 minutes
Full charge in approximately 64 minutes

This battery setup provides reliable all-day usage for most users.

Sensors and Features

The phone includes a range of sensors and security features:

Under-display optical fingerprint sensor
Accelerometer
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Compass

These features enable secure unlocking and improved motion detection for apps and games.