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Nothing Phone (4a)

Nothing Phone (4a)
The Nothing Phone (4a) earns generally positive reviews, landing around an 85.5% aggregate score, with praise focused on day-to-day usability, clean software, and dependable battery life. While it reinforces Nothing’s design-led identity rather than redefining mid-range value, rivals like Motorola and OnePlus may offer stronger performance, cameras, or longer update support.

Pros

+ Smooth 120Hz AMOLED display
+ Clean Android 16 software
+ Solid 5080 mAh battery
+ Telephoto with optical zoom
+ Modern 5G and Wi-Fi 6

Cons

- Rivals offer better value
- Performance not class-leading
- Cameras not best overall
- No Pro model yet
- Heavy at 204.5 g

The Nothing Phone (4a) is positioned as a mid-range Phone (4) series device that prioritizes design, everyday usability, and software simplicity. It features a Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 chipset with Adreno 810 graphics, paired with 8GB or 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. The front is dominated by a 6.78-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a 2720 x 1224 resolution. Its camera setup includes a 50MP main sensor, a 50MP telephoto with 3.5x optical zoom, and an 8MP ultrawide, plus a 32MP selfie camera. Reviews describe it as reliable and pleasant to use with strong battery life, but note that competitors can beat it on raw performance, camera versatility, or long-term update value. Overall sentiment is positive, reflected in an approximately 85.5% aggregated rating.

Specifications

Nothing Phone (4a) (Phone (4) Series)
Processor
Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 8c/8t, 1 x 2.7 GHz ARM Cortex-A720, 3 x 2.4 GHz ARM Cortex-A720, 4 x 1.8 GHz ARM Cortex-A520, Cortex-A720 / A520
Graphics adapter
Memory
12 GB 
Display
6.78 inch 20:9, 2720 x 1224 pixel 440 PPI, Capacitive touchscreen, AMOLED, glossy: yes, 120 Hz
Storage
256GB
Connections
USB-C Power Delivery (PD), 1 Fingerprint Reader, NFC, Sensors: accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Networking
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/ax = Wi-Fi 6/), Bluetooth 5.4, GSM, UMTS, LTE, 5G, Dual SIM, GPS
Size
height x width x depth (in mm): 8.5 x 163.9 x 77.5 ( = 0.33 x 6.45 x 3.05 in)
Battery
5080 mAh
Operating System
Android 16
Camera
Primary Camera: 50 MPix (f/1.9, 24mm) + 50MP (3.5x optical zoom, f/2.9, 80mm) + 8MP (f/2.2, 15mm)
Secondary Camera: 32 MPix f/2.2, 22mm
Additional features
Keyboard: Virtual keyboard, Nothing OS 4.1, 24 Months Warranty, fanless
Released
03/05/2026
Weight
205 g ( = 7.23 oz / 0.45 pounds) ( = 0 oz / 0 pounds)
Price
349 Euro

 

Price comparison

Average Score: 81.33% - good
Average of 46 scores (from 82 reviews)
price: 80%, performance: 77%, features: 81%, display: 86% mobility: 82%, workmanship: 87%, ergonomy: 85%, emissions: - %

Reviews for the Nothing Phone (4a)

Nothing Phone 4a review
Source: International Business Times English
Nothing Phone 4a is not trying to be the fastest, or the most powerful. Instead, it focuses on delivering a clean, reliable, and enjoyable experience and for the most part, it succeeds. The design stands out, the display is excellent, the software is among the cleanest around, and the overall performance is consistent. The camera is good, with some standout features like the telephoto lens, but not perfect. And while it handles everyday tasks effortlessly, it doesn't push the boundaries of performance. If you're looking for a phone that feels different, works reliably, and doesn't overwhelm you with unnecessary features, the Nothing Phone 4a makes a strong case. It may not be the absolute best in every category, but as an all-rounder, it's one of the more interesting choices in the mid-range right now.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 04/02/2026
84% Nothing Phone (4a) review
Source: GSM Arena English
The Nothing Phone (4a) is one of those devices that doesn't try to win the spec sheet race, yet still manages to carve out a very compelling position for itself in the midrange segment. It leans heavily into what Nothing does best - distinctive design, clean software, and a cohesive user experience - and backs that up with solid, well-rounded hardware. Starting with the obvious, the design remains a key selling point. The refined Glyph Bar and the recognizable semi-transparent aesthetic continue to stand out in a sea of generic slabs. But importantly, the Phone (4a) isn't just about looks - build quality is solid, the display is sharp and bright enough, and the overall ergonomics are well thought out.Performance is perfectly adequate for the class. The Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 isn't a powerhouse, but paired with faster UFS 3.1 storage and Nothing's well-optimized software, the phone feels responsive and smooth in day-to-day use. Thermal behavior is excellent too, with virtually no throttling under load.The camera setup is another highlight - not because it's flawless, but because it's interesting.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 03/30/2026
Rating: Total score: 84%
88% Nothing Phone (4a) Review: Style, Camera & Software Done Right!
Source: Gadgetbyte Nepal English
So yeah, I think this is truly the best phone under 60,000 in Nepal right now. You get a very unique kind of design, and the display has improved a lot this time. The haptics and speakers have also been improved this time. The software experience is next level! The camera performance is just so good. And I really liked Nothing's decision to include a 3.5x telephoto lens, which is unheard of in this price segment. The performance is also quite good for day-to-day workloads. Gaming performance might not be that strong, but overall performance is very good.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/26/2026
Rating: Total score: 88% price: 90% performance: 85% display: 90% mobility: 80% workmanship: 90%
Nothing Phone 4a and 4a Pro hands-on: Impressive value
Source: Canbuyornot English
Featuring Nothing's unique design with a premium build, the Nothing Phone 4a and Nothing Phone 4a Pro look and feel great. Both phones make a great impression, especially the 4a Pro, which seems to sport a new design language. Instead of a transparent rear, the 4a Pro features an aluminium rear, with only the camera island transparent. Located next to the camera of the 4a Pro, you'll find a familiar looking Glyph Matrix. It's similar to the one on the Nothing Phone 3 with less resolution, but much bigger and brighter. You get the same features, such as Glyph Toys, notifications and even use it as a torchlight. I like this design, as it not only gives the phone the Nothing touch, but also lets it rest balanced when on the table. I'm so done with lopsided camera designs, and I'm glad that the trend is moving towards more balanced phones.
Comparison, online available, Very Short, Date: 03/24/2026
66% Nothing Phone (4a) Pro review: finally, aluminum unibody again!
Source: Phone Arena English
The Nothing Phone (4a) Pro certainly is a "statement" device. It says that you are into the tech, that you don't want to conform by holding yet another Galaxy or another iPhone. It is pleasant to hold and operate, its display is pretty, and its performance is on par with the $500 competition. Its UI is minimalist, and it may not have countless extra features, but what I enjoy about them is that they are usually well fleshed-out with a nice flair of "out-of-the-box thinking". Where it lacks is in the camera department. If you can live with that, it's a great phone. If you'd rather have some extra oomph from the lenses — either wait and see if they improve it a bit with software updates, or look at another model right now.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/23/2026
Rating: Total score: 66% performance: 57% display: 80% mobility: 74% workmanship: 70%
Nothing Phone (4a) vs (4a) Pro: I used both, here’s which one to buy
Source: 91mobiles English
The Nothing Phone (4a) retails in India starting at Rs 31,999, and for that asking price, it delivers a more expressive design, an equally capable display and battery life to its elder sibling, and a reliable day-to-day experience with close-to-natural colour tuning from its cameras. The Nothing Phone (4a) Pro, which costs Rs 39,999, feels like a more complete package. The phone boasts a slightly superior build, performs more consistently under load, and pulls ahead in areas that matter over time – thermal efficiency, a more impressive camera system, and overall refinement. Even though the Phone (4a) Pro is less flashy, it is easier to live with. However, if you value personality and want to save some money, the Phone (4a) won’t disappoint.
Comparison, online available, Medium, Date: 03/23/2026
83% Nothing Phone (4a) Pro Review: Stepping Out of the Mid-Range Comfort Zone
Source: Exhibit.tech English
The Nothing Phone 4a Pro represents a significant maturation of the brand’s approach. It no longer relies solely on visual identity or software minimalism to stand out. Instead, it delivers a more balanced, considered experience that aligns more closely with its pricing. It is not without its compromises. Performance does not lead the segment, video capabilities lag behind some rivals, and certain hardware elements feel less ambitious than expected. However, it compensates with a strong design language, a notably improved camera system, and a software experience that remains among the cleanest in Android.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/20/2026
Rating: Total score: 83%
My Smartphone of the Year: Why I’m So Impressed by This £349 Smartphone
Source: Nextpit EN English
The Nothing Phone 4a already stands out visually from the crowd of mid-range smartphones. However, it not only impressed with its stylish exterior in this review, but also with the rest of its features. The powerful Snapdragon chip ensures sufficient performance in everyday use, the battery lasts a long time, and the camera takes excellent photos for the price range. With the 3.5x optical zoom, it also has another highlight to offer, which is not the norm in this price range. At £349 a pop, the price is fair, and the £40 surcharge for doubling the memory is also absolutely fair. If you are looking for an inexpensive smartphone, the Nothing Phone 4a offers a convincing overall package.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/17/2026
80% Nothing Phone (4a) Review: Edgy-Looking, Zoom Boss of the Mid-Segment
Source: Tech PP English
The Nothing Phone (4a) is more expensive than its predecessor, but it definitely is a step ahead in terms of performance and specs. In some ways, it takes the place of the Pro version of its predecessor. While reviewing the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro, we had said that while the phone was a good performer, it could not be matched in terms of camera performance and design. And what made its cameras different from the others was the presence of a powerful zoom. The same applies to the Nothing Phone (4a) too. Finding phones with more powerful chips and bigger displays, and batteries at their price is not going to be difficult (hey, just look up our challengers), but those very good cameras and very edgy design change the equation.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 03/17/2026
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% performance: 80% workmanship: 100%
87% Nothing Phone (4a) Review: The Mid-Range Sweet Spot?
Source: The Mobile Indian English
At Rs 31,999, the Nothing Phone (4a) launches at a slightly higher price than its predecessor, but the upgrades help justify the increase. You get a distinctive design, a great software experience, a solid display, good build quality, dependable battery life, and a capable set of cameras that perform well in most situations. All things considered, the Nothing Phone (4a) feels like a well-rounded package that offers good value for the price.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 03/17/2026
Rating: Total score: 87% performance: 90% display: 90% mobility: 85% workmanship: 90%
iPhone 17e DESTROYED by Budget Android | Apple vs Nothing Phone 4a
Source: Tech Spurt English
Reviewing the Apple iPhone 17e vs Nothing Phone 4a, a budget Android smartphone costing over £200 less, which still boasts better camera tech and a superior display. The iPhone 17e is poor value for money compared with cheaper rivals like the Nothing Phone 4a, as this smartphone comparison shows. That's not to say this Apple blower is second best at everything. The compact design is pleasingly hand-friendly, while the performance is better for gaming on the go. Sadly the 60Hz screen cripples the iPhone 17e, making it feel sludgy and proving less than ideal for gamers and movie fans.
Comparison, online available, Very Long, Date: 03/16/2026
80% Nothing Phone (4a) review: Rock the Glyph Bar
Source: Expert Reviews English
I have something of a soft spot for Nothing Phones. It’s more than just home-team pride for the London-based brand – I appreciate brands that make concerted efforts to deliver phones that are different from the crowd, rather than trying their best to emulate the iPhone in order to lure customers away from Apple. For better or worse, the Nothing (4a) is defiantly itself. This works very well in some ways, with a gorgeously eye-catching design (especially in that new pink colourway), clean and thoughtful AI in the Essential Space and unique features like the excellent telephoto camera and quirky Glyph Bar.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/16/2026
Rating: Total score: 80%
90% Nothing Phone 4a review: The new mid-range champion with a G-Shock soul — and that camera is remarkable
Source: The Indian Express English
When I look at a Nothing product, it reminds me of a Casio G-Shock, and you might wonder why. In my 13-plus years of reviewing tech products, I have developed not only a sense of aesthetics but also an understanding of how products evolve. The new Nothing Phone 4a, first teased at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona earlier this week and officially unveiled in London, seems to imbibe some traits of a Casio G-Shock, an impressive specimen that isn’t exactly revolutionary but is all in good fun and still manages to surprise you.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/15/2026
Rating: Total score: 90%
84% Nothing Phone 4a review: A complete package at Rs 31,999
Source: Tech2.in.com English
After using the Nothing Phone 4a as my primary device for more than a week, it is clear that the phone succeeds in delivering a well-rounded experience. At Rs 31,999, the device offers a combination that is difficult to ignore. The design remains distinctive, the display is vibrant, performance is reliable and the battery life is excellent. On top of that, the clean and customisable software experience makes the phone feel refreshingly different from many Android competitors. The Essential Key and Essential Space features also add an interesting layer of productivity that could become more useful over time as the ecosystem evolves.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/13/2026
Rating: Total score: 84%
I tested Nothing Phone 4a: one of the best budget smartphones you can buy in 2026
Source: Irish Mirror English
Overall, Phone 4a is superb all-rounder for the price point, delivering a stylish handset with a feelgood user experience, slick and original customisable software and solid battery stamina.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 03/12/2026
80% Nothing Phone (4a) Review: Transparent temptation
Source: Tech Advisor English
The Nothing Phone (4a) is another offering from the company that’s greater than the sum of its parts. Nothing doesn’t always opt for the most powerful hardware available in a given product class, and part of the price comes as a result of their unique emphasis on hardware and software design, but perhaps more than any other phone maker out there, with Nothing, such an approach feels justified. While I like the look of the Phone (4a), I’m not convinced its design effectively represents the start of a new era for the company. Instead, it’s refinement rather than a reinvention of its predecessor’s aesthetics. From a technical standpoint, the Phone (4a)’s durability credentials continue to fall behind that from similarly-priced competitors, and the Glyph Bar, while different, doesn’t add anything new to the experience. Additions to the phone’s software feel considered and meaningful, with the only shortcoming being the promise of features that aren’t ready in time for launch.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/11/2026
Rating: Total score: 80%
Nothing Phone (4a) vs Motorola Edge 70: a face-off between lifestyle-focused smartphones
Source: 91mobiles English
Incidentally, Nothing Phone (4a) and Motorola Edge 70 target buyers looking for a stylish mid-range smartphone, but they approach the idea of a “lifestyle device” quite differently. Nothing’s unique aesthetic and Glyph Interface reinforce its identity as a design-led disruptor, whereas Motorola’s focus on durability and practical AI features aligns with its strategy to offer reliable, user-friendly devices in the mid-range market.
Comparison, online available, Short, Date: 03/10/2026
80% Nothing Phone (4a) review: stylish design meets stylized photos
Source: Digital Camera World English
The Nothing Phone (4a) continues the company’s tradition of making smartphones that feel a little more interesting than the competition. Its transparent design and Glyph lighting system still stand out in a market full of near-identical devices. For photographers, the camera system isn’t a mid-range champ, but it puts in a decent performance. The cameras produce pleasingly natural images, however the ability to apply LUTs directly in-camera is genuinely a gamechanger for me, and adds a whole new dimension to the average camera hardware. However, inconsistent HDR previews, muted default colours and limited usability of the higher zoom ranges mean it doesn’t quite deliver a fully rounded camera experience.Performance is solid for the price, with smooth everyday use and dependable battery life that easily lasts a full day.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/10/2026
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% performance: 80% workmanship: 100%
Nothing Phone (4a) vs Phone (3a): What’s new and what’s changed?
Source: 91mobiles English
The Nothing Phone (4a) brings modest upgrades over the Phone (3a), including a newer chipset, brighter display, slightly larger battery, and the addition of a periscope telephoto camera. However, the improvements are mostly incremental, as the Phone (3a) still delivers a similar display experience, reliable performance, and clean software.
Comparison, online available, Short, Date: 03/07/2026
Reasons to buy the Nothing Phone (4a) and reasons to skip it
Source: 91mobiles English
The Nothing Phone (4a) series is now official as the company’s latest mid-range lineup. I spent a few days with the standard Phone (4a) to understand who it’s meant for and what it gets right, and what it doesn’t. This article summarises those impressions by highlighting the key strengths and shortcomings of the Nothing Phone (4a), which starts at Rs 31,999 in India. For a deeper look and to see how it stacks up against the competition, check out our full Nothing Phone (4a) review.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 03/06/2026
Nothing Phone 4a review: Built different, but carries quirks from the past
Source: Business Standard English
The Nothing Phone 4a does not try to dramatically change what the “a” series is about. Instead, it focuses on making the experience feel more complete. The design looks more mature while still retaining Nothing’s distinctive visual identity. The performance remains stable for everyday use, the display is smooth and bright, and the Nothing OS continues to be one of the more pleasant Android experiences around. Essential apps add an interesting layer of experimentation to the software experience, even if its full potential will only become clear once more users start creating widgets.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/06/2026
35% Nothing Phone 4a review: Flair and finesse, now with more focus
Source: Digit.in English
Summing up, the Nothing Phone 4a feels like a more confident step for the brand. Sure, at a starting price of Rs 31,999, it is launching at a higher asking price than the Phone 3a. But, for what it’s worth, the design remains the core strength here and the phone feels balanced. To count its wins: the display is bright, the cameras are quite versatile, and the software remains one of the cleanest experiences you can get on any Android phone across segments.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/06/2026
Rating: Total score: 35% performance: 43% display: 78% mobility: 63%
80% Nothing Phone 4a Pro First Impressions
Source: NDTV Gadgets English
Talking about the processor, the Phone 4a Pro is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 and in the limited time I spent with the device, it handled multitasking with ease. We will run the Phone 4a Pro through our standard suite of tests during the review, so stay tuned. The smartphone packs a 5080mAh battery and comes with 50W wired charging. Much like the 4a, the Phone 4a Pro also runs on Nothing OS 4.1 based on Android 16. The new version brings some upgrades and new features, which we will cover in the review. Overall, the Phone 4a Pro impresses with its design, following the tradition set by Nothing devices so far.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 03/06/2026
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 90% performance: 80% display: 80% mobility: 80% workmanship: 90%
Nothing Phone 4a Pro hands-on review: This could beat iPhone 17e at its own game
Source: Tom's Guide English
If you were impressed with what we've seen for the Nothing Phone 4a, then the Nothing 4a Pro should blow your mind. Or at least get close. Considering how much you're expected to pay, there's a ridiculous amount on offer here. $499 for a triple-lens camera phone that doesn't have a useless third camera is incredible enough. I wouldn't want to see it go head-to-head against the likes of the iPhone 17 Pro Max or Pixel 10 Pro XL, but compared to the iPhone 17e and Pixel 10a? This could easily be a strong contender for best cheap phone. There are still plenty of things we don't know about, and that's going to require plenty of hands-on testing. But in the meantime, I'm fairly optimistic about the Nothing Phone 4a Pro's chances of taking on the major players once again.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/06/2026
90% Nothing Phone 4a Review
Source: Trusted Reviews English
I think in the end, the feeling I’m left with about the Nothing Phone 4a is that it’s a very usable phone. And I don’t mean that in a negative way. At all. It’s one of those phones I love to have in my daily life, that I can pick up and use, and its software doesn’t get in the way, it looks good, works well and has solid battery life. There’s not much more you can ask from a phone that costs less than half what the very best phones on the market would set you back.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/05/2026
Rating: Total score: 90%
81% Nothing Phone (4a) review: lifestyle-centric appeal over everything else
Source: 91mobiles English
The Nothing Phone (4a) aligns with the brand’s identity to be different, rather than rewriting the mid-range rulebook. You may still find alternatives, such as the Motorola Edge 70 (review), a better value proposition for its ergonomics, performance, and more capable primary, selfie, and ultrawide cameras. The OnePlus Nord 5 (review), on the other hand, holds superiority in performance, battery, and an additional year of major OS upgrades. Yet the Nothing Phone (4a) manages to carve out its own space.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/05/2026
Rating: Total score: 81% performance: 79% display: 85% mobility: 77% workmanship: 80%
80% Nothing Phone 4a review: one of my favourite budget phones has been updated in all the right places
Source: Stuff TV English
Nothing could’ve just given the outgoing Phone 3a a few generational hardware upgrades and called it a day, but has instead taken the opportunity to reimagine one of its signature features. The Glyph bar instantly sets Phone 4a apart from its predecessor, while keeping the quirky personality fans of the firm have come to love. Elsewhere this is a more refined take on the firm’s affordable phone, with cameras that can (sometimes) compete with pricer mid-range handsets, an improved display, and a chipset that keeps pace with the budget competition.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/05/2026
Rating: Total score: 80%
Nothing Phone 4a | Best Value Mid Range Phone, Upgraded!
Source: Tech Spurt English
The Nothing Phone 4a and Pro have launched and I've been testing the regular model, to see if its camera abilities, gaming performance, battery life etc are an upgrade vs the 3a. This unboxing and early Nothing Phone 4a review includes my Nothing Phone 4a verdict - spoiler alert, still one of the best budget mid-range phones for 2026. You've got a few updates for this year's model, including a fresh bit of camera hardware.
Hands-On, online available, Very Long, Date: 03/05/2026
Nothing Phone 4a Review: The Reason Budget Phones are Hard to Ignore
Source: Droid-Life English
So yeah, the Nothing Phone 4a is a really solid mid-range phone and if it came to the US, I’d probably tell you to consider it if your budget is around $400. I’d probably choose it over Google’s Pixel 10a, mostly because the display is much better and the software has some extra stuff I really like.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/05/2026
80% I've used Nothing Phone (4a), and now the brand's mid-range finally makes sense
Source: Creative Bloq English
The same unique design approach matched, a solid but small spec bump, excellent, and a renewed and useful Glyph light bar, means the Phone 4(a) is a solid mid-range that once again feels more premium than the price.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/05/2026
Rating: Total score: 80%
Nothing Phone (4a) Review: Betting Big on Budget with a Glyph Twist
Source: Exhibit.tech English
After extensive testing, the Nothing Phone (4a) stands out in the budget mid-range market at INR 30,000. With its unique design, practical Glyph features, and solid performance, it offers a premium feel. The camera performs well for daily use, especially with telephoto capabilities and impressive battery life. However, the ultrawide camera could be sharper, and heavy gamers might find it lacking in power. Still, for a fun and future-proof device with three years of Android updates and six years of security, it’s a great choice. Consider the pink version for an added vibe!
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/05/2026
Nothing Phone 4a First Impressions
Source: NDTV Gadgets English
The Nothing Phone 4a, at a starting price of Rs. 31,999, is a good price considering the era we live in, where memory supply constraints have pushed prices upwards, and the ultimate burden has fallen on consumers. However, I would have loved to see the base variant featuring 12 gigs of RAM. I have had a great week with the Phone 4a, and I am impressed by the battery performance and bright display, which have made it my go-to device for all my multimedia needs. Stay tuned to Gadgets 360, as we will soon be publishing a detailed review of the Nothing Phone 4a.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 03/05/2026
80% Nothing Phone 4a review: Raises the bar with unique design and snappy performance
Source: India Today English
So where does the Nothing Phone 4a stand? Yes, the price has increased to Rs 31,999, but that is an industry wide trend. Thanks to the rising memory prices, delivering the same value as last year is quite tough now. The Phone 4a is a decent package. The performance may not be the best, but the device holds up well with most tasks, the display is punchy too, even if the bezels are not the slimmest. The camera setup is quite versatile, and we don’t really see a periscope telephoto on other phones in this price range. And of course, the design and Glyph Bar is what makes the device stand out.However, the battery is smaller than rival phones, while battery life is not bad, it is not close to the best out there. And on the durability front, we would’ve appreciated a higher IP rating. Overall, though, the Nothing Phone 4a delivers on what it promises. For anyone who wants to stand out without making any real compromises, the device does the job quite well.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/05/2026
Rating: Total score: 80%
60% Nothing Phone (4a) Review: This Is Getting Tough
Source: Mark Ellis Reviews English
At £349, the Nothing Phone (4a) remains a bargain. Like many battery-powered devices, it has endured a price bump this year thanks, I’m sure, in no small part to the ongoing RAM crisis. The question of who should buy it, however, is a tricky one to answer. Nothing’s phone lineup is undeniably convoluted, with the (2a) (presumably to be replaced by the (3a)), (3a) Lite, (4a) Pro, and (3) all vying for your attention with not exactly colossal pricing differences separating them.And that’s before we take into consideration the ultra-low-priced CMF Phone 2 Pro. Put simply, I don’t really know where to start when it comes to recommending the best Nothing Phone for the budget-conscious. Because they’re all rather tempting.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/05/2026
Rating: Total score: 60%
Nothing shows off a new Phone (4a) colour – but still no Pro
Source: Expert Reviews English
I understand why Nothing held back the Phone (4a) Pro – likely saving it for a grand unveiling at the launch event this Friday – but it does have me wondering if the Pro model is improved over last year’s effort. The Phone (3a) Pro had a lot going for it, including an excellent telephoto camera, but there weren’t enough additional features to justify it costing so much more than the standard (3a) and the chunky camera module did it no favours either.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 03/03/2026

Foreign Reviews

85% Nothing Phone 4a im Test
Source: Smartzone German DE→EN
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/24/2026
Rating: Total score: 85% performance: 80% display: 90% mobility: 85% workmanship: 90%
Nothing Phone (4a) und Phone (4a) Pro im Ersteindruck: Mehr als nur Mittelklasse
Source: Stadt-bremerhaven German DE→EN
Comparison, online available, Medium, Date: 03/21/2026
90% Nothing Phone (4a) vs. (4a) Pro im Test: Welches Smartphone lohnt sich für wen?
Source: PC Games Hardware German DE→EN
Comparison, online available, Very Long, Date: 03/19/2026
Rating: Total score: 90%
So gut kann ein Smartphone für 350 Euro sein
Source: n-tv German DE→EN
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/18/2026
80% Persönlicher Testsieger: Warum mich dieses Smartphone für nur 349 Euro so begeistert
Source: Inside Handy German DE→EN
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/16/2026
Rating: Total score: 80%
91% Nothing Phone (4a) im Test
Source: Chip.de German DE→EN
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/12/2026
Rating: Total score: 91% price: 78% performance: 82% display: 95% mobility: 95%
90% Nothing Phone 4a im Test: Smartphone mit Periskop-Tele schon ab 349 Euro
Source: Heise German DE→EN
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/09/2026
Rating: Total score: 90%
80% Für mich schon jetzt eines der schönsten Handys des Jahres: Nothing Phone 4a im Test
Source: Gamestar German DE→EN
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/06/2026
Rating: Total score: 80%
91% Bunt und charakterstark zum kleinen Preis: Nothing Phone (4a) im Test
Source: Chip.de German DE→EN
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/06/2026
Rating: Total score: 91% price: 76% performance: 82% display: 95% mobility: 95%
Nothing Phone (4a) im Test: Günstig und so gut wie es aussieht
Source: Futurezone.at German DE→EN
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/05/2026
84% Nothing Phone (4a) im Test: Transparentes Design & Zoom-Kamera - der Preis überrascht!
Source: Netzwelt German DE→EN
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/05/2026
Rating: Total score: 84% performance: 68% display: 82% mobility: 68%
100% Smartphone Nothing Phone (4a) im PCtipp-Test
Source: PCtipp.ch German DE→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/05/2026
Rating: Total score: 100%
Nothing Phone 4a im Praxis-Test: Bitte nicht zu tief tauchen!
Source: Computerbild German DE→EN
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 03/05/2026
80% Nothing Phone (4a), análisis: la fórmula del diseño transparente, ahora mejor en todos los aspectos
Source: Xataka Spanish ES→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/15/2026
Rating: Total score: 80% performance: 80% display: 85% mobility: 80% workmanship: 83%
Nothing Phone (4a) vs Phone (3a): cosa cambia e quale conviene comprare oggi?
Source: Mister Gadget Italian IT→EN
Comparison, online available, Very Short, Date: 03/23/2026
Recensione Nothing Phone (4a): c'è ancora da migliorare, ma il software è fantastico | VIDEO
Source: HDblog.it Italian IT→EN
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/22/2026
Recensione Nothing Phone 4(a): sempre iconico ma ora più concreto
Source: Quotidiano Hardware Upgrade Italian IT→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/18/2026
73% Nothing Phone (4A): Equilibrato
Source: Evo smart Italian IT→EN
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/16/2026
Rating: Total score: 73% price: 70% performance: 70% display: 70% mobility: 70%
Nothing Phone (4a): il design parla da solo, ma è abbastanza? | Recensione
Source: Techprincess IT Italian IT→EN
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/13/2026
Recensione Nothing Phone (4a): la spiccata personalità può bastare?
Source: Igizmo Italian IT→EN
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/12/2026
84% Recensione Nothing Phone (4a): più di un bel design
Source: Batista70Phone Italian IT→EN
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 03/06/2026
Rating: Total score: 84% price: 80% features: 82% display: 86% mobility: 87% workmanship: 87%
80% Nothing Phone (4a): personalità da vendere, prezzo da mid-range. La nostra recensione
Source: Mister Gadget Italian IT→EN
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/05/2026
Rating: Total score: 80%
Nothing stravolge la fascia media con i nuovi Phone (4a) e Phone (4a) Pro
Source: Mister Gadget Italian IT→EN
Comparison, online available, Short, Date: 03/05/2026
84% Recensione Nothing Phone (4a): nella sua fascia è una delle scelte migliori
Source: Smart World Italian IT→EN
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/05/2026
Rating: Total score: 84% price: 75% features: 80% display: 90% mobility: 80% workmanship: 90% ergonomy: 90%
Nothing Phone (4a) Recensione: un buon medio gamma senza grosse novità
Source: Everyeye.it Italian IT→EN
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/05/2026
Recensione Nothing Phone (4a): la Glyph si reinventa e si fa più seria
Source: Tutto Android Italian IT→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/05/2026
80% Nothing Phone (4a) review: een les in jezelf zijn
Source: AndroidWorld.nl Dutch NL→EN
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/05/2026
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Nothing Phone (4a) review: hippe hoogvlieger in het middensegment
Source: Android Planet Dutch NL→EN
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/05/2026
Rating: Total score: 80%
Prise en main du Nothing Phone (4a) : toujours original, toujours séduisant
Source: L' Eclaireur FNAC French FR→EN
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/23/2026
80% Un zoom périscopique à 369 euros, on a testé le Nothing Phone (4a)
Source: Frandroid French FR→EN
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 03/10/2026
Rating: Total score: 80% performance: 70% display: 90% mobility: 80% workmanship: 80%
85% Test du Nothing Phone (4a) : rien ne manque à ce milieu de gamme
Source: Journal du Geek French FR→EN
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/06/2026
Rating: Total score: 85%
100% Test du Nothing Phone (4a) : Nothing conjugue son smartphone au plus que parfait
Source: Clubic French FR→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/05/2026
Rating: Total score: 100% performance: 90% display: 100% mobility: 100% workmanship: 100%
80% Nothing Phone (4a)
Source: Les Numeriques French FR→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/05/2026
Rating: Total score: 80% performance: 80% display: 80% mobility: 80% workmanship: 80% ergonomy: 80%
70% Test du Nothing Phone (4a) : du milieu de gamme qui hausse la (Glyph) Bar
Source: 01Net French FR→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/05/2026
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 70% display: 80% mobility: 90%
Le Nothing Phone (4a) Pro est le vrai successeur spirituel de OnePlus : nous l’avons pris en main
Source: Frandroid French FR→EN
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/05/2026
83% Test du Nothing Phone (4a) : style unique, prix tout doux
Source: Presse Citron French FR→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/05/2026
Rating: Total score: 83% price: 95% performance: 75% mobility: 85% workmanship: 85%
80% Nothing Phone (4a) i (4a) Pro – Xiaomi to przy tym nuda (test)
Source: Telepolis Turkish PL→EN
Comparison, online available, Very Long, Date: 03/29/2026
Rating: Total score: 80%
Nothing Phone (4a) Pro vs Nothing Phone (4a): Test, aparat i realne różnice!
Source: Techno Senior Turkish PL→EN
Comparison, online available, Very Long, Date: 03/21/2026
Test Nothing Phone (4a) Pro vs Nothing Phone (4a) - Czy warto dopłacać do droższego modelu? Zobacz porównanie smartfonów
Source: PurePC Turkish PL→EN
Comparison, online available, Long, Date: 03/19/2026
81% Recenzja Nothing Phone (4a). Nie tylko wygląd sprawia, że warto go kupić
Source: Android.com.pl Turkish PL→EN
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/16/2026
Rating: Total score: 81% performance: 80% display: 80% mobility: 80% workmanship: 80%
80% TEST | Nothing Phone 4a w swojej cenie nadal jest najbardziej rozsądnym zakupem w Polsce
Source: GSM Maniak Turkish PL→EN
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/16/2026
Rating: Total score: 80% performance: 80% display: 90% mobility: 80%
Nothing Phone (4a) – recenzja. Najciekawszy średniak, ale model Pro kusi bardziej
Source: Instalki Turkish PL→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/15/2026
Nothing Phone (4a) – świetnie wyposażony smartfon, który może się podobać!
Source: Co Nowego Turkish PL→EN
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/08/2026
Styl, AI i teleobiektyw 3,5× – Nothing Phone (4a) zaskakuje więcej niż wyglądem (test i opinia)
Source: Techno Senior Turkish PL→EN
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/08/2026
Test smartfona Nothing Phone (4a) - prawie ideał klasy średniej, ale tylko jeśli zrobisz użytek z interfejsu Glyph Bar i Essential Space
Source: PurePC Turkish PL→EN
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 03/05/2026
82% Nothing Phone (4a) İnceleme
Source: Chip Online TR TR→EN
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/16/2026
Rating: Total score: 82%
80% Nothing Phone 4a: Snygg och smart mobil till rätt pris
Source: M3 PC för alla SV→EN
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/24/2026
Rating: Total score: 80%

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Qualcomm Adreno 810: Graphics chip for smartphones and tablets, integrated in the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 SoC. According to Qualcomm, 40% faster than the predecessor generation (Adreno 710).

Non demanding games should be playable with these graphics cards.

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.


SD 7s Gen 4: Mid-range SoC with 8 Kryo cores (1x ARM Cortex-A720 2.57 GHz prime core, 3x ARM Cortex A720 2.4 GHz performance cluster, 4x ARM Cortex A520 with 1.8 efficiency cluster) and a 5G modem. The chip is manufactured in the 4nm process at TSMC.» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.


 

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