Nothing Phone (3a) Lite Overview
The Nothing Phone (3a) Lite is the more affordable member of the Phone (3a) family. It was launched globally in late 2025 and later introduced in Nepal. Unlike the standard Phone (3a), the Lite model uses a simplified single-LED Glyph Light design while retaining Nothing's transparent-inspired styling.
It is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Pro 5G chipset and combines a 120Hz AMOLED display with a 5,000mAh battery.
Price in Nepal
The current Nepal prices are
Variant | Price in Nepal |
|---|---|
8GB + 128GB | Rs. 40,999 |
8GB + 256GB | Rs. 45,999 |
The prices reflect the latest reported Nepal price hike. The 8/128GB model increased from Rs. 38,999, while the 8/256GB model increased from Rs. 44,499.
Display
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The Phone (3a) Lite features a 6.77-inch AMOLED display with Full HD+ resolution and a 120Hz adaptive refresh rate.
Key display features include:
1080 × 2392 resolution
120Hz refresh rate
Up to 3,000 nits peak HDR brightness
AMOLED panel
Panda Glass protection
The high-refresh-rate AMOLED panel provides smooth scrolling and good viewing quality for videos, social media, and gaming.
Performance
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The phone is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Pro, manufactured using a 4 nm process.
It comes with:
8GB RAM
128GB or 256GB storage
5G connectivity
Mali-G615 GPU
The Dimensity 7300 Pro provides sufficient performance for everyday multitasking, social media, and moderate gaming.
Camera
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The Phone (3a) Lite comes with a triple rear-camera system:
50MP main camera with OIS
8MP ultrawide camera
2MP macro camera
For selfies, there is a 16MP front camera. The phone supports 4K video recording at 30fps and 1080p recording at up to 120fps.
Unlike the regular Phone (3a) and 3a Pro, the Lite model does not have a dedicated telephoto camera, so it is less suited to optical zoom and portrait photography.
Battery and Charging
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The phone packs a 5,000mAh battery and supports 33W wired fast charging.
It also supports 5W reverse wired charging. A charging adapter is not included in the box.
Software and Connectivity
The Phone (3a) Lite launched with Nothing OS 3.5 based on Android 15.
Connectivity features include:
5G
Wi-Fi 6
Bluetooth 5.3
NFC
USB Type-C
Dual Nano-SIM
In-display optical fingerprint sensor
Nothing also includes Essential Space and the Essential Key, providing AI-assisted organization of saved notes, media, and information.
Design and Glyph Light
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One of the biggest design changes is the simplified Glyph Light.
Instead of the multiple LED strips found on the Phone (3a) and Phone (3a) Pro, the Lite uses a single LED light that handles core notification and alert functions. It can also be used for camera countdowns and customized light sequences.
The phone measures approximately 164 × 78 × 8.3mm and weighs around 185g. It carries an IP54 rating for dust and water resistance.
Nothing Phone (3a) Lite: Key Specifications
Specification | Details |
|---|---|
Display | 6.77-inch AMOLED |
Resolution | 1080 × 2392 |
Refresh Rate | 120Hz |
Peak Brightness | 3,000 nits |
Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Pro |
Process | 4 nm |
RAM | 8GB |
Storage | 128GB / 256GB |
Main Camera | 50MP OIS |
Ultrawide | 8MP |
Macro | 2MP |
Front Camera | 16MP |
Battery | 5,000mAh |
Charging | 33W |
Reverse Charging | 5W |
OS at Launch | Android 15 / Nothing OS 3.5 |
Network | 5G |
Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 |
Bluetooth | 5.3 |
Fingerprint | In-display optical |
Protection | IP54 |
Weight | 185g |
Nepal Variants | 8/128GB, 8/256GB |
Nepal Price | Rs. 40,999 – Rs. 45,999 |
Expert Review
Overall Rating: 8.2/10
The Nothing Phone (3a) Lite brings Nothing's distinctive design philosophy to a lower price segment. Its 120 Hz AMOLED display, Dimensity 7300 Pro, 5G connectivity, and clean Nothing OS experience make it a capable everyday smartphone.
The biggest compromises compared with the regular Phone (3a) are the simpler Glyph Light, lack of a telephoto camera, and slower 33W charging.
At Rs. 40,999 for 8/128GB, it is a good option for users who want Nothing's design and software experience at a more affordable price.