Nothing has only just rolled out a special edition of the Phone 3a, yet early signs suggest the brand is already preparing its next affordable model. A new leak has surfaced online, hinting at what the Nothing Phone 4a lineup could offer and how much it might cost. Since the information is reportedly months ahead of launch, nothing is final, but the details are already creating buzz among fans.
Leaked Price: How Much Could the Nothing Phone 4a Cost?
According to the leak, the upcoming Phone 4a series may enter the global market at noticeably higher prices than the previous generation. The standard model is rumoured to land around $475 (about ₹43,000), while the Pro version may sit near $540 (roughly ₹49,000).
If these international prices turn out to be accurate, Nothing may need to justify the jump by offering hardware or features that fit the premium mid-range bracket. However, India is unlikely to see these exact figures. When the Phone 3a series launched, its global pricing was much higher than the amount Indian customers ultimately paid.
For context:
- The Phone 3a debuted in the US at $379, but arrived in India at ₹22,999.
- The 3a Pro saw a similar drop—from $459 in the US to ₹27,999 in India.
Given this pattern, the 4a series will probably remain below ₹30,000 for the base model in India, with the Pro version just above that mark, even if the US pricing sees an increase.
Expected Performance: What Chip Might Nothing Use?
The leak mentions that Nothing is considering Snapdragon 7-series processors for the 4a lineup. The exact chip names were not disclosed, but if the company chooses Qualcomm’s latest offerings, the regular model may get the Snapdragon 7s Gen 4, and the Pro variant could step up to the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4.
This move might divide opinion. When the Phone 3 used a capable mid-range chip but launched at a higher-than-expected price, fans were disappointed. If Nothing targets the leaked US pricing again, the usage of a mid-range processor may raise similar debates.
Still, the Indian market typically gets more aggressive pricing, which could make the hardware choice easier to accept.
Possible Design and Display Upgrades
Nothing is expected to continue its signature design language—clean lines, minimalist styling, and a semi-transparent back. Early chatter suggests the company may keep this look intact while refining the details.
On the display front, the Phone 4a might see a slight size bump, possibly moving to a 6.8-inch AMOLED panel. The refresh rate is expected to stay at 120Hz, and the peak brightness may again reach around 3000 nits, matching the impressive levels seen on recent Nothing devices.
Camera: What Might Change This Year?
One area where Nothing may experiment is the camera configuration. The leak hints at a new 64MP main sensor, while the supporting cameras may remain similar to the current generation. The expected setup includes:
- an 8MP ultrawide camera,
- a 50MP telephoto lens,
- and the upgraded main sensor at 64MP.
Whether Nothing opts for the same sensor brands or switches suppliers is unclear at this stage. As always, the final image quality will depend heavily on software tuning, which Nothing has been improving steadily with each launch.
Launch Timeline: When Will It Arrive?
There is no confirmed release date for the Nothing Phone 4a yet. Leaks have also stayed quiet in this area. However, looking at the past cycle provides a clue: the Phone 3a lineup arrived in March this year.
If Nothing follows a similar schedule, the new model could surface within the next three months. Until then, more leaks are likely to emerge as testing and certification phases progress.
Final Thoughts
The early information surrounding the Nothing Phone 4a paints a picture of a slightly more premium device, especially in markets outside India. With a larger display, a refreshed main camera, and updated Snapdragon hardware, the phone may aim to balance style with everyday performance. The real deciding factor will be the Indian pricing, which historically has made Nothing’s mid-range phones far more appealing.
As more details appear, we’ll get a better idea of whether the 4a series can meet expectations without repeating the pricing controversy seen with earlier models.
