Extensive leaked renders published by AndroidHeadlines showcase the design of the highly anticipated Nothing Phone (3a) series. These renders provide the first clear look at the Phone (3a) and Phone (3a) Pro, moving beyond Nothing's teasers.
Design Revelation: Phone (3a) and Phone (3a) Pro
Renders reveal the designs for both the Nothing Phone (3a) and the higher-spec Phone (3a) Pro. The leaks highlight both similarities and key distinctions.
Visually Identical, Internally Distinct
The Phone (3a) and Phone (3a) Pro appear to share a similar overall design language. Nothing aims for a consistent look across the series. However, camera configurations reveal notable differences.
Nothing Phone(3a) in White Nothing Phone(3a) in Black
Camera Configurations: Spotting the Difference
The standard Phone (3a) features a horizontal triple-camera setup with the LED flash positioned above. In contrast, the Phone (3a) Pro adopts a more unique circular camera module housing the LED flash and three rear cameras in an unconventional arrangement. The Pro model also appears to include a periscope lens, suggesting a focus on zoom capabilities.
Nothing Phone(3a) Pro in Black Nothing Phone(3a) Pro in Silver
Front and Sides: Familiar and Functional
Both phones feature flat displays with a center punch-hole cutout for the front camera, aligning with current design trends. The left side houses standard volume rockers. The right edge includes a power button and what seems to be a dedicated camera button, a potentially valuable feature for photography enthusiasts.
Colors: Shades of Nothing
Color options differ slightly between models. The Phone (3a) is shown in black and white. The Phone (3a) Pro offers black and silver, suggesting a more premium aesthetic for the higher-end version.
Rumoured Specifications: Under the Hood
Leaks also include speculated specifications, hinting at capable mid-range performance for both devices.
Performance And Memory
Both Phone (3a) and Phone (3a) Pro are rumored to utilize the Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 chipset. The standard Phone (3a) may offer 8GB and 12GB RAM options with 128GB and 256GB storage. The Pro version might come in a single high-end configuration with 12GB RAM and 256GB storage.
Camera Details (Rumored)
Camera system rumors provide further details:
- Main Sensor (Both): 50-megapixel
- Ultrawide (Both): 8-megapixel
- Telephoto (Phone 3a): 50-megapixel, 2x optical zoom, 30x digital zoom
- Telephoto (Phone 3a Pro): 50-megapixel, periscope lens, 3x optical zoom, 6x digital zoom
- Front Camera (Phone 3a): 32-megapixel
- Front Camera (Phone 3a Pro): 50-megapixel
Display and battery (Expected to Be Similar)
Other specifications are expected to be consistent across both models, including a 6.77-inch AMOLED FHD+ display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a 5,000mAh battery.
Final Thoughts: March 4 Launch Expected
These design leaks offer significant insight into the Nothing Phone (3a) series. With a potential launch date of March 4 approaching, the official unveiling from Nothing is anticipated soon. Stay tuned for further updates as the expected launch nears.
