Nothing Phone (3a) Pro

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46th best phone of 2025 (~$459)

6.77-inch

211g

8.4mm

50W

not waterproof

79

Click to open full specs on GSMArena.com:
Nothing-Phone-3a-Pro

* Screen covers 88% of body.

Reviews  

Overall phone rating and the reviews that impact it.

86

1st review by

80

6th review by

70

2nd review by

79

GSMCritic Score

66

5th review by

90

3rd review by

80

4th review by

* how the score is calculated?

Last update: 2025-03-15

Pros

Human Checked Mobile Phone Pros&Cons With Quality Mark
Camera
Improved camera setup – Now features a versatile triple-lens array, including a periscope telephoto.
Better zoom capabilities – The periscope telephoto lens enhances optical zoom.
Improved image processing – Delivers better photos, though with some occasional inconsistencies.
Performance
High-quality display – Large and well-suited for media consumption, gaming, and everyday use.
Good overall performance – The chipset provides smooth performance in most tasks.
Design
Premium build quality – Feels more refined and solid compared to previous models.
Battery
Strong battery life – Easily lasts through a full day of use.
Fast wired charging – Ensures minimal downtime when recharging.
Price
Excellent price-to-performance ratio – Offers strong value compared to competitors.
Software
Distinctive design – The transparent back and Glyph lighting interface make it stand out from generic phones.
Clean software experience – Nothing OS is free from unnecessary bloatware.
Enhanced customization options – Offers more ways to personalize the software experience.
Unique appeal – A compelling choice for those looking for something different from mainstream devices.
Cons
Human Checked Mobile Phone Pros&Cons With Quality Mark
Camera
Occasional image processing inconsistencies – Some photos may not be as refined as expected.

Periscope telephoto performance could be better – Not as refined as expected.

Performance
Performance stumbles under heavy loads – The Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 is not flagship-tier, leading to occasional sluggishness.

Design
Limited water resistance – Does not offer full protection against water damage.

Durability concerns – May not be as robust as some competing phones.

Slightly off weight distribution – Impacts handling and comfort in hand.

Battery
No wireless charging – Lacks a feature that many competitors include.

Software
Essential Space needs more polish – The dynamic software experience is still unrefined.

Availability
No charger in the box – Requires an additional purchase, unlike some competitors.

Limited availability – Harder to purchase in certain regions.

Rankings


ranking-point The Best Phone Of 2025: #46

ranking-point The Highest Optical Zoom Of 2025: #18

ranking-point The Largest Screen Size Of 2025: #32

ranking-point The Smallest Screen Size Of 2025: #33

ranking-point The Lightest Phone Of 2025: #41

ranking-point The Thinnest Phone Of 2025: #43

ranking-point The Fastest Charging Speed Of 2025: #39

ranking-point The Highest Screen To Body Ratio Of 2025: #49

ranking-point The Cheapest Phone Of 2025: #18