Nothing has officially launched the Phone 3a Lite in India, marking its entry into the competitive mid-range smartphone segment with a starting price of Rs 20,999.
Key Takeaways
- Starting price: Rs 20,999 for 8GB RAM + 128GB storage
- Features MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Pro processor
- New Glyph Light design for notifications
- Available from December 5 across major retailers
Pricing and Availability
The Nothing Phone 3a Lite is priced at Rs 20,999 for the 8GB+128GB variant, while the 256GB model costs Rs 22,999. With introductory bank offers from ICICI Bank and OneCard, the effective price drops to Rs 19,999 and Rs 21,999 respectively.
The smartphone will be available in Black, Blue, and White colour options. Sales begin on December 5 through , Vijay Sales, Croma, and other retail partners across India.
Display and Software Features
Running on Nothing OS 3.5 based on Android 15, the device promises three major Android updates and six years of security maintenance releases.
The Phone 3a Lite sports a 6.77-inch full-HD+ Flexible AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate, 3,000 nits peak HDR brightness, and 2,160Hz PWM dimming for reduced eye strain.
Performance and Storage
Powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Pro chipset with 8GB RAM, the device supports additional 8GB virtual RAM expansion. Storage is expandable up to 2TB via microSD card.
Camera Capabilities
The triple rear camera setup includes:
- 50MP primary sensor with OIS and EIS
- 8MP ultra-wide lens with 119.5-degree field of view
- 16MP front camera for selfies
Video recording supports 4K at 30fps and 1080p slow-motion at 120fps. Camera modes include Portrait, Night Mode, Ultra XDR, and Macro.
Battery and Build
A 5,000mAh battery powers the device with 33W wired fast charging and 5W reverse charging capabilities. The phone features an in-display fingerprint sensor, IP54 rating for dust and splash resistance, and Panda Glass protection on both sides.
Measuring 164×78×8.3mm and weighing 199g, the Phone 3a Lite maintains Nothing’s distinctive design language while offering practical mid-range specifications.
