Brand: Nothing · Category: Smartphones · Model: A059
The Nothing Phone (3) is Nothing's most ambitious flagship yet, combining a distinctive Glyph Matrix LED back panel with serious camera hardware — four 50MP sensors including a periscope telephoto with 3x optical zoom. Powered by the Snapdragon 8S Gen 4 and running Nothing OS 4 on Android 16, it delivers flagship performance, a stunning 4,500-nit AMOLED display, and 65W fast charging in a design that stands out from every other phone on the market. Starting at $799, it's a compelling alternative
Price: $799 · Announced: Jul 1, 2025 · Released: Jul 15, 2025
| Capacity | 5150 mAh (Si/C) |
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| Charging | 65W wired, 15W wireless, 5W reverse wireless |
| Main Camera | 50 MP, f/1.68, 1/1.3" sensor, OIS |
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| Periscope Telephoto | 50 MP, f/2.68, 3x optical zoom, 60x ultra zoom |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP, f/2.2, 114° FOV |
| Selfie Camera | 50 MP, f/2.2, 81.2° FOV |
| Video | 4K@60fps, 1080p@240fps slo-mo |
| 5G | Yes (SA/NSA) |
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| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (2.4G/5G/6G tri-band) |
| Bluetooth | 6.0 |
| NFC | Yes |
| USB | USB Type-C |
| Dimensions | 160.60 x 75.59 x 8.99 mm |
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| Weight | 218 g |
| Water Resistance | IP68 |
| Colors | White, Black |
| Screen Size | 6.67 inches |
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| Resolution | 1260 x 2800 pixels (460 PPI) |
| Type | Flexible AMOLED, 120Hz adaptive |
| Peak Brightness | 4500 nits |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 7i |
| Touch Sampling Rate | 1000 Hz |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8S Gen 4 (4nm TSMC) |
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| CPU | 8-core, up to 3.21 GHz |
| GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 825 |
| RAM | 12 GB / 16 GB |
| OS | Nothing OS 4 (Android 16) |
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| Software Support | 5 years Android, 7 years security |
| Internal Storage | 256 GB / 512 GB |
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| Card Slot | No |
The Nothing Phone (3) continues the brand's commitment to transparent, intentional design. The signature Glyph Interface has evolved dramatically — instead of individual LED strips, the Phone (3) features a full Glyph Matrix, a mini LED screen embedded in the transparent back panel. This isn't just a notification light anymore; it's a functional secondary display that can show patterns, progress indicators, and contextual information. The phone measures 160.60 x 75.59 x 8.99mm and weighs 218g — slightly chunky by modern standards but the weight distribution feels balanced. IP68 water and dust resistance is standard. Available in White and Black, both with the distinctive transparent back that reveals the phone's internal layout.
Nothing has equipped the Phone (3) with a 6.67-inch flexible AMOLED panel that punches well above its price class. The 1260 x 2800 resolution (460 PPI) delivers crisp text and detailed imagery, while the 120Hz adaptive refresh rate ensures buttery-smooth scrolling. The standout number is peak brightness: 4,500 nits, which is competitive with phones costing twice as much. Outdoor readability at 1,600 nits is excellent, and the 10-bit color depth supporting 1.07 billion colors means HDR content looks exceptional. Corning Gorilla Glass 7i provides solid scratch protection, and the 1,000Hz touch sampling rate makes the display hyper-responsive for gaming.
The Qualcomm Snapdragon 8S Gen 4, fabricated on TSMC's 4nm process, is the engine here. With 8 cores reaching up to 3.21 GHz and the Adreno 825 GPU, this chip handles everything from intensive multitasking to high-framerate gaming without breaking a sweat. The 12GB or 16GB RAM options (expandable to 24GB via virtual RAM) ensure smooth app switching. Nothing OS 4, built on Android 16, is clean, fast, and thoughtfully designed — avoiding the bloatware that plagues many Android skins.
This is where the Nothing Phone (3) makes a real statement. All four cameras use 50MP sensors — a rarity at any price point. The main camera features a large 1/1.3" sensor with an f/1.68 aperture, OIS, and 2x2 OCL PDAF for fast, accurate focusing. The periscope telephoto is a genuine differentiator: 3x optical zoom, 6x in-sensor zoom, and up to 60x ultra zoom give you versatility that most sub-$800 phones simply don't offer. The 50MP ultrawide with 114° FOV handles landscapes and group shots, while the 50MP selfie camera is among the best in class.
The 5,150mAh silicon-carbon battery provides comfortable all-day endurance. 65W wired fast charging can refill the battery quickly — Nothing claims 0-50% in about 20 minutes. 15W Qi wireless charging and 5W reverse wireless charging round out a comprehensive charging suite. Broad protocol support (PPS, PD3.0, QC4.0, UFCS) means compatibility with virtually any fast charger.
The Nothing Phone (3) at $799 delivers a genuinely unique flagship experience. The Glyph Matrix is more than a gimmick — it's a functional design element that no competitor offers. The quad 50MP camera system with periscope telephoto punches above its weight class, the Snapdragon 8S Gen 4 provides ample performance, and the 4,500-nit display is stunning. If you value distinctive design without sacrificing specs, this is one of the most compelling Android flagships of 2025.