Particle.news
Download on the App Store

Nothing Phone 3a Lite Draws Strong Early Reviews as Registration Opens for 1,000-Unit Community Edition

Reviewers praise a design-first budget phone with a bright 120Hz AMOLED, efficient Dimensity 7300 Pro performance, reliable 50MP camera, long battery life, and a clear update commitment.

Overview

  • Hands-on reviews highlight a 6.77-inch AMOLED with a 120Hz adaptive refresh rate, uniform bezels, and peak HDR brightness around 3,000 nits.
  • MediaTek’s Dimensity 7300 Pro delivers smooth everyday use and stable thermals, with testers noting cool operation and solid gaming performance.
  • A 5,000mAh battery is reported to last roughly 1.5–2 days, with 33W charging focused on stability and support for microSD expansion up to 2TB.
  • Nothing OS based on Android 15 comes with three years of Android upgrades and six years of security updates, though Indian review units included some removable third‑party apps.
  • Nothing’s community-designed Phone (3a) Community Edition runs to 1,000 units at £379 with 12GB/256GB, registration runs 9–11 December, online sales start 12 December, and first in-person availability is at Nothing Store Soho on 13 December.