Nothing Phone (3a) Pro vs (3a): all the differences explained and why it's worth checking out Nothing earbuds on sale today on Amazon
If you are looking for an Android 5G smartphone with great value for money, Nothing has updated its offers on its mid-range lineup with two models that share the same screen and processor but differ significantly in terms of photography and memory. Both are currently available on Amazon at interesting prices.
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- 27% Off
Nothing Phone (3a) Pro 256 GB – 5G Android Free Smartphone with eSim, 12 GB RAM, 50MP Periscope OIS Camera, 60x Ultra Zoom, 50W Fast Charging, and 6.77" AMOLED FHD+ 120 Hz Display - Black
Price: €479.00 → Now: €347.50
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The Nothing Phone (3a) Pro is the flagship model of the series, available in a 256 GB / 12 GB RAM version. Its strength lies in the 50 MP periscope camera with OIS and Ultra Zoom up to 60x, which sharply distinguishes it from the base model. The triple camera system includes:
- 50 MP f/1.9 (Wide Angle), sensor 1/1.57", OIS, dual pixel PDAF
- 50 MP f/2.0 (Periscope Telephoto), optical zoom 2x, PDAF, OIS – goes up to 60x digitally
- 8 MP f/2.2 (Ultrawide 120°)
- Front: 50 MP with OIS
It features the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm) processor, AMOLED FHD+ 6.77" 120 Hz display (1080x2392, 387 ppi, HDR10+, up to 3000 nits peak), a 5000 mAh battery with 50W fast charging, IP64 certification, supports eSIM, NFC, and Glyph Interface with 26 addressable zones. Software: Android 15 / Nothing OS 4.0, with guaranteed updates up to Android 18. It's a great price today for a smartphone with these specifications.
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Nothing Phone (3a) 128 GB – Smartphone with Essential Space, 50MP main camera, 32MP front camera, 30x Ultra Zoom, 8 GB RAM, Long battery life, and 6.77 inch Flexible FHD+ AMOLED Display - White
Price: €349.00 → Now: €277.10
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Nothing Phone (3a) 128 GB – Smartphone with Essential Space, 50MP main camera, 32MP front camera, 30x Ultra Zoom, 8 GB RAM, Long battery life, and 6.77 inch Flexible FHD+ AMOLED Display - Black
Price: €349.00 → Now: €279.99
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The Nothing Phone (3a) in the 128 GB / 8 GB RAM version shares the same display and chipset as the Pro, but has a different camera system. The telephoto camera is not periscopic, and the maximum digital zoom stops at 30x. Here’s the setup:
- 50 MP f/1.9 (Wide Angle), sensor 1/1.57", OIS, dual pixel PDAF
- 50 MP f/2.0 (Standard Telephoto), optical zoom 2x, PDAF – max 30x digital
- 8 MP f/2.2 (Ultrawide 120°)
- Front: 32 MP (vs 50 MP of Pro)
Same battery of 5000 mAh, but fast charging stops at 45W (vs 50W of Pro). Lower RAM (8 GB vs 12 GB) and halved storage (128 GB vs 256 GB). No eSIM in this base configuration. Available in White and Black at very close prices.
Summary of Differences
| Features | Phone (3a) Pro 256 GB | Phone (3a) 128 GB |
|---|---|---|
| Amazon Price | €347.50 | €277.10 |
| RAM | 12 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage | 256 GB | 128 GB |
| Telephoto Camera | Periscopic OIS 50 MP | Standard 50 MP |
| Maximum Zoom | 60x Ultra Zoom | 30x Ultra Zoom |
| Front Camera | 50 MP with OIS | 32 MP |
| Fast Charging | 50W | 45W |
| eSIM | ✅ Yes | ❌ No |
| Essential Space AI | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| IP Certification | IP64 | IP54 |
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Nothing Ear (3) – Wireless In-Ear Earbuds, Adaptive Noise Cancellation, Hi-Res Audio compatible with LDAC, Super Mic, IP54, Fast Charging, 22 Hours Battery Life, Android and iOS – Black
Price: €179.00 → Now: €137.83
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Nothing Ear (3) – Wireless In-Ear Earbuds, Adaptive Noise Cancellation, Hi-Res Audio compatible with LDAC, Super Mic, IP54, Fast Charging, 22 Hours Battery Life, Android and iOS – White
Price: €179.00 → Now: €149.00
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The Nothing Ear (3) are the flagship in-ear earbuds from the company, featuring 12 mm dynamic driver and adaptive ANC with three modes. The Super Mic technology integrated into the charging case ensures crystal-clear calls even in noisy environments. They support Bluetooth 5.4, codecs LDAC, AAC, SBC, multipoint connection to two devices, Qi wireless charging, and IP54 certification. The battery life is 10 hours per single charge, up to 38 hours total with the case.
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Nothing Ear (a) – Bluetooth headphones with ChatGPT Integration, Active Noise Cancellation up to 45 dB, Hi-Res Audio with LDAC, and up to 42.5 hours of listening – Black
Price: €99.00 → Now: €69.81
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Nothing Ear (a) offers an 11 mm driver, ANC up to 45 dB of attenuation, Bluetooth 5.3 with codecs LDAC, AAC, and SBC, and multipoint connectivity. Three microphones per earbud ensure call quality. A complete product at a competitive price, ideal for those wanting the Nothing ecosystem without spending high amounts.
- 36% Off
CMF by Nothing Buds 2 – Wireless Earbuds with Hybrid ANC of 48 dB, 55 Hours Battery Life, 11mm PMI Drivers, 6 HD Microphones, and Spatial Audio, water resistant IP55 – Dark Gray
Price: €49.95 → Now: €31.80
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The CMF Buds 2, a sub-brand of Nothing, feature 11 mm drivers with Dirac Opteo tuning and offer active ANC. The battery life is exceptional for the range: 13.5 hours per single charge (ANC off), totaling 55 hours considering both case and earbuds. 10 minutes of fast charging provides 7.5 hours of listening. At €31.80, they are likely the most rational choice for newcomers to the Nothing ecosystem.