The wait is finally over for Nothing fans. The Carl Pei-led tech brand has officially confirmed that its next smartphone, the Nothing Phone 3a Lite, will launch globally on October 29, 2025, marking a new addition to the company’s highly popular Phone 3 lineup. The announcement was made via a post on the brand’s official X (formerly Twitter) handle, teasing an exciting new design feature — an LED flashlight on the rear panel, which could serve as a notification indicator.
Although the company has kept the official specifications and pricing details under wraps, leaks and benchmark listings have already provided a good look at what to expect. Here’s everything we know so far about the upcoming Nothing Phone 3a Lite.
Nothing Phone 3a Lite Global Launch Details
According to the official teaser, the Nothing Phone 3a Lite will debut globally on October 29, 2025, at 1:00 PM GMT (6:30 PM IST). The announcement post showed a partial glimpse of the device, highlighting its sleek matte rear design and a glowing LED ring-like light near the bottom — a signature Nothing touch that may double as a notification alert or flashlight.
While the brand hasn’t confirmed specific regions for the first wave of availability, reports suggest that India will be among the primary markets for the launch, alongside Europe and the UK.
Phone (3a) Lite. 29.10. 13.00 GMT.
Light up the everyday. pic.twitter.com/VVNclQ6mEl
— Nothing (@nothing) October 27, 2025
Nothing Phone 3a Lite Expected Specifications:
Based on multiple reports and benchmark listings, including a recent Geekbench entry, the Nothing Phone 3a Lite is expected to pack a MediaTek Dimensity 7300 SoC, paired with the Mali-G615 MC2 GPU for enhanced graphical performance.
The octa-core chipset could feature:
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4 high-performance cores clocked at 2.50GHz
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4 efficiency cores running at 2.0GHz
In addition, the phone is likely to come with 8GB of RAM and run on Android 15 out of the box, offering users the latest version of Nothing’s custom software — Nothing OS 3 — which is known for its minimalist, fluid design and integration with Google’s AI features.
The Geekbench listing of the device revealed a single-core score of 1,003 points and a multi-core score of 2,925 points, aligning with other mid-range smartphones using the same chipset.
Storage, Colours, and Variants:
The Nothing Phone 3a Lite is expected to be offered in a single variant featuring 8GB RAM and 128GB internal storage. According to reports, the handset will be available in two classic colour options — Black and White, continuing Nothing’s signature transparent aesthetic with subtle design refinements.
Nothing Phone 3a Lite Expected Price:
As per leaks, the Nothing Phone 3a Lite will be priced below the Nothing Phone 3a, which launched in March 2025 at a starting price of Rs. 22,999 for the same storage variant (8GB + 128GB). This suggests that the Phone 3a Lite could start around Rs. 19,999 to Rs. 21,499 in India, positioning it as an affordable entry point into the Nothing ecosystem.
European pricing is also expected to be competitive, with early reports suggesting a €249.99 (roughly Rs. 22,400) price tag in France and €239.99 (around Rs. 21,500) in other European countries.
Design and Display:
Although the company has yet to unveil the full design, teasers indicate that the Phone 3a Lite will retain Nothing’s transparent rear aesthetic, possibly with fewer LED segments than its flagship counterparts. The addition of a new LED strip near the bottom suggests a reimagined approach to the brand’s signature Glyph Interface.
Reports claim that the Phone 3a Lite could feature a 6.7-inch Full-HD+ AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, similar to the CMF Phone 2 Pro — a device also built under Nothing’s umbrella.
Performance and Battery:
If the leaks are accurate, the Phone 3a Lite will be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 chipset, known for offering excellent power efficiency and performance balance. It could also pack a 5,000mAh battery with support for 33W fast charging.
The combination of a power-efficient chip and a large battery promises strong all-day performance, making it a compelling choice for users looking for a dependable daily driver.
Camera (Expected)
Nothing has not yet shared official camera details, but based on the brand’s past mid-range models, the Phone 3a Litemight sport a dual-camera setup, possibly featuring:
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A 50MP main sensor, and
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A 2MP depth or ultrawide lens.
The front camera could feature a 16MP selfie shooter housed in a center-aligned punch-hole design.
India Launch and Market Position:
Industry insiders suggest that the Nothing Phone 3a Lite will debut in India as a redesigned version of the CMF Phone 2 Pro, but with some visual and functional changes. Both devices share the same chipset family and focus on offering high performance at a lower cost.
Given its expected price range and specifications, the Phone 3a Lite will likely compete with the Redmi Note 14 Pro+, Realme 13 Pro, and iQOO Z9 5G in the mid-range smartphone market.
What to Expect
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Global launch on October 29, 2025
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MediaTek Dimensity 7300 processor
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8GB RAM + 128GB storage
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Android 15 with Nothing OS 3
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LED light strip as notification indicator
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Expected price: Under ₹22,000