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Nothing Phone (4a)

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The Nothing Phone (4a) is in our catalog but no UK retailer currently stocks it.

Expert reviews 4.0 (4)
Expert Reviews 4 T3 4 Tech Advisor 4 TechRadar 4
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Spec scores £200-£399 Phones · 172 phones
Performance 4.1 /5
Display 4.4 /5
Rear Camera 3.3 /5
Front Camera 4 /5
Battery 3 /5
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Budget buyers who want a periscope telephoto camera, a strikingly bright display, and Nothing's signature transparent design, all from a UK brand and starting at just £349.

Nothing Phone (4a)

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Expert Rating

4.0
(4 reviews)
Expert Reviews
4
T3
4
Tech Advisor
4
TechRadar
4

Price History

Tracking the best prices since 27 Apr 2026.

SIM-Free (New) Lowest price in 30 days (£377.73)

Nothing Phone (4a) vs Nothing Phone (3a) — Key Differences

Feature Nothing Phone (4a) Nothing Phone (3a)
Telephoto camera 50MP periscope, 3.5x optical zoom, 70x digital 50MP, 2x optical zoom, 30x AI zoom
Display brightness 4,500 nits peak 3,000 nits peak
Processor Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3
Software updates 6 years security updates 3 years OS + 6 years security
Operating system Android 16 (Nothing OS 4.1) Android 15 (Nothing OS 3.1)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Nothing Phone (4a) worth buying?
Yes, the Phone (4a) is one of the best budget smartphones of 2026. The combination of a 50MP periscope telephoto with 3.5x optical zoom, a strikingly bright 4,500-nit AMOLED display, Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 performance, and Nothing's distinctive design makes it extremely compelling at £349. It is especially strong for buyers who want telephoto zoom photography without spending more than £400.
How good is the Nothing Phone (4a) camera?
The Phone (4a) has a capable triple camera system. The 50MP main sensor with OIS delivers sharp, detailed photos with natural colours, while the 50MP periscope telephoto with 3.5x optical zoom is genuinely rare at this price point. AI-enhanced zoom extends to 70x for distant subjects. The 8MP ultrawide handles group shots and landscapes, and the 32MP front camera takes clear selfies. Low-light performance is respectable for the price.
Does the Nothing Phone (4a) support wireless charging?
No, the Phone (4a) does not support wireless charging. It charges via USB-C at up to 50W, reaching 50% in around 22 minutes and a full charge in approximately 64 minutes. Wireless charging is available on the flagship Nothing Phone (3) if that feature is important to you.
Is the Nothing Phone (4a) waterproof?
The Phone (4a) has an IP64 rating, meaning it is fully dust-tight and protected against water splashes from any direction. It can handle rain and accidental spills, but it is not rated for submersion in water. For full submersion resistance, you would need to step up to the Nothing Phone (3) with its IP68 rating.
How long will the Nothing Phone (4a) receive software updates?
Nothing provides six years of security updates for the Phone (4a), which ships with Android 16. This keeps the phone secure and up to date well into the 2030s, a significant improvement over the three-year commitment offered on the previous Phone (3a) generation.
What is the Glyph Interface on the Nothing Phone (4a)?
The Glyph Interface is a system of LED light strips embedded in the transparent rear panel. You can assign custom light patterns to different contacts and apps, use them as a fill light for photos, or display a progress bar for timers. Nothing has refreshed the design for 2026 with a cleaner, more minimalistic look that maintains the signature personality of the brand.
Should I get the Nothing Phone (4a) or the Nothing Phone (3a)?
The Phone (4a) is the better buy if you are purchasing new. It upgrades the telephoto from 2x optical to 3.5x periscope zoom, delivers a much sharper and brighter display at 4,500 nits versus 3,000 nits, moves to the newer Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 chipset, and ships with Android 16 with six years of security updates compared to the 3a's three years. The Phone (3a) may still represent good value if found at a significant discount, but the 4a is the clear choice at or near launch pricing. Compare Nothing Phone (3a) deals.
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Nothing Phone (4a) Specifications

Spec Scores

£200-£399 Phones · 172 phones

  • Snapdragon 7s Gen 4
  • Octa-core (1x2.7 GHz Cortex-A720 & 3x2.4 GHz Cortex-A720 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A520)
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This phone
81%
Avg
35%
Best
99%
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This phone
81%
Avg
45%
Best
100%

Based on calibrated CPU benchmark rankings (60%) and GFXBench GPU scores (40%). Apple chipsets included via editorial calibration since AnTuTu under-represents Apple's architecture.

  • 6.78 inches
  • 1224 x 2720 pixels
  • AMOLED, 120Hz, 4500 nits peak
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This phone
87%
Avg
63%
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97%
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This phone
87%
Avg
60%
Best
100%

Based on panel type (LTPO is the modern flagship gold standard), resolution, refresh rate, peak brightness, screen size, and HDR10+ / Dolby Vision support. Marketing peak-brightness claims are capped at 3500 nits to prevent inflation.

  • Single camera setup
  • 50 MP main camera
  • 4K video recording
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This phone
65%
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34%
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73%
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This phone
65%
Avg
39%
Best
90%

Based on main-sensor size (1-inch / 1/1.3" beats 1/2.0"), telephoto reach (periscope > 5x > 3x optical), image processing tier (Apple Pro, Pixel Pro, Galaxy Ultra, Honor Magic Pro, Xiaomi Ultra), pro video features (ProRes, Apple Log, Dolby Vision), camera-partnership branding (Leica, Hasselblad, Zeiss) and OIS. Older flagships are de-rated since image processing pipelines have advanced significantly each generation. Megapixel count is deliberately downweighted — it correlates poorly with real-world camera quality.

  • 32 MP front camera
  • 1080p selfie video
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This phone
80%
Avg
61%
Best
92%
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This phone
80%
Avg
55%
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92%

Based on selfie megapixels and max selfie-video resolution.

  • 5,080 mAh
  • 50W wired, 50% in 22 min, 100% in 64 min
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This phone
60%
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51%
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100%
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This phone
60%
Avg
52%
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100%

Based on battery capacity (mAh) adjusted for platform efficiency calibrated against NotebookCheck, Tom's Guide, GSMArena and CNET reviewer tests. Apple A-series gets +45% (iOS process freezing + LTPO 1Hz + tuned panels make iPhone Pro Max outlast many 6500+ mAh Android phones in measured tests). Top Snapdragon / Dimensity flagships get +15%, budget chipsets are penalised −15% to −25% to reflect less efficient displays and looser background limits. Charging speed is excluded — see the separate Fast charging tag for that.

General

Dimensions

164 x 77.6 x 8.6

Weight

5 g

SIM

Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM

Operating System

Android 16, Nothing OS 4.1

Colours

Pink, White, Black, Blue

Radio

No

Body

Pink, White, Black, Blue

Camera

Primary Camera Megapixels

50

Primary Camera Video

4K@30fs, 1080@30/60/120fs, gyro-EIS, OIS, Dolby Vision HDR

Third Camera

50 , f/1.9, 24mm (wide), 1/1.57", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS 50 , f/2.9, 80mm (periscope telephoto), 1/2.75", 0.64µm, PDAF, OIS, 3.5x optical zoom 8 , f/2.2, 15mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm

Primary Selfie Camera

32 , f/2.2, 22mm (wide), 1/3.42", 0.64µm

Video Resolution

2160

Selfie Video Resolution

1080@30fs

Display

Type

AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, 2160Hz PWM, HDR10+, 800 nits (typ), 1600 nits (HBM), 4500 nits (peak)

Display Size

6.78

Display Resolution

1224 x 2720 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~440 ppi density)

Display Protection

Corning Gorilla Glass 7i, Mohs level 5

CPU & Memory

Chipset

Snapdragon 7s Gen 4

GPU

Adreno 810

CPU

Octa-core (1x2.7 GHz Cortex-A720 & 3x2.4 GHz Cortex-A720 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A520)

Memory Card Slot

No

Internal Storage

128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM

Sound

Loudspeaker

Yes, with stereo speakers

3.5mm Jack

No

Connectivity & Data

2G

GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900

3G

HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - International

4G

1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 42, 48, 66, 71 - International

5G

1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA - International

Network Speed

HSPA, LTE, 5G

Network Technology

GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G

Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct

Bluetooth

5.4, A2DP, LE

USB

USB Type-C 2.0, OTG

NFC

Yes

GPS

GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS

Battery

Battery

5080

Charging

50W wired, 50% in 22 min, 100% in 64 min 7.5W reverse wired

Other

Sensors

Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass