AashutoshGadgets & Devices1 month ago351 Views
The Nothing Phone 3 enters the flagship space with a $799 price tag, aiming to compete with models from Apple, Google, Samsung, and OnePlus. It delivers solid hardware, a unique design, and long software support, but faces tough competition.
Category | Details |
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Price | $799 (12GB+256GB) / $899 (16GB+512GB) |
Display | 6.67-inch AMOLED, 1260 × 2800 px, 120Hz |
Chipset | Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 |
RAM and Storage | 12GB / 16GB RAM, 256GB / 512GB storage |
Battery | 5150mAh, 65W wired, 15W wireless |
OS | Android 15, Nothing OS 3.5 |
Updates | 5 years OS, 7 years security patches |
Connectivity | Dual SIM + eSIM, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0 |
Water Resistance | IP68 |
Weight and Thickness | 218g, 8.99mm |
Colors | Black, White |
Transparent back with Glyph Matrix mini-display
Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass 7i protection
IP68 dust and water resistance
Slightly heavy compared to competitors
Feature | Details |
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Size | 6.67-inch |
Resolution | 1260 × 2800 px |
Type | AMOLED |
Refresh rate | 120Hz adaptive |
Protection | Gorilla Glass 7i, pre-applied protector |
The display is bright, has accurate colors, uniform bezels, and supports HDR content.
Component | Details |
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Processor | Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 |
GPU | Adreno GPU |
RAM Options | 12GB / 16GB |
Storage | 256GB / 512GB (no microSD) |
Everyday performance is smooth. Gaming is good but heat buildup is noticeable in long sessions. Performance is close to Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 flagships but slightly below Snapdragon 8 Elite devices.
Camera Type | Specs |
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Main | 50MP, f/1.68, OIS, EIS, PDAF |
Ultra-Wide | 50MP, f/2.2, 114° FOV |
Telephoto | 50MP, f/2.68, 3× Optical Zoom, OIS, EIS |
Selfie | 50MP, f/2.2, 81.2° FOV |
Main camera produces sharp, detailed images with lifelike colors.
Ultra-wide lens shows distortion and struggles with close focus.
Telephoto delivers sharp zoom shots and good macro performance at 3×.
Selfie camera offers crisp results with good contrast.
Feature | Details |
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Capacity | 5150mAh |
Wired charging | 65W |
Wireless charging | 15W |
Battery life | Full day, up to 1.5–2 days for light users |
Dual SIM + eSIM
Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0
USB-C port with USB 2.0 speeds
Essential AI button for screenshots, notes, and recordings (300 min/month AI limit)
The Nothing Phone 3 offers a strong mix of design, performance, and long-term updates. At $799, it competes directly with Pixel 9 Pro and OnePlus 13, which are often discounted to the same range.
Best for users who value the transparent design, clean Android experience, and balanced specs.