The highly anticipated Nothing Phone 3 appears to be on the horizon as the successor to the popular Nothing Phone 2, which launched in India in July 2024. The device has already stirred excitement following a teaser in the Nothing Ear Open launch video in September and its appearance on several certification platforms. Adding to the buzz, a new listing on Geekbench hints at key specifications, including chipset, RAM, and software details. Here’s what we know so far about the upcoming Nothing Phone 3 series.
Nothing Phone 3 Spotted on Geekbench
A Nothing device with model number A059, speculated to be the Nothing Phone 3, was recently spotted on Geekbench, showcasing its performance capabilities.
•Scores: The handset achieved a single-core score of 1,149 points and a multi-core score of 2,813 points.
•Processor: The listing reveals an unnamed octa-core chipset, believed to be the Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 SoC. This chipset has a primary core clocked at 2.5GHz, three performance cores at 2.4GHz, and four efficiency cores running at 1.8GHz.
•GPU and RAM: The phone is paired with an Adreno 810 GPU and 8GB of RAM, with the possibility of additional RAM variants.
•Operating System: It is expected to ship with Android 15 layered with Nothing’s custom NothingOS skin.
Nothing Phone 3 Series: Expected Features
The Nothing Phone 3 series is anticipated to include at least two models:
1.Nothing Phone 3 (A059): The base variant.
2.Nothing Phone 3 Plus/Pro (A059P): A higher-end variant with additional features.
Specifications (Rumored)
Nothing Phone 3 (Vanilla Variant):
•Display: Expected to feature a 6.5-inch screen.
•Processor: Likely to house a Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 or potentially a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC.
•Price: Estimated at $599 (approximately ₹50,500).
Nothing Phone 3 Plus/Pro:
•Codename: Codenamed Hisuian, according to reports.
•Display: May feature a 6.7-inch screen.
•Processor: Rumored to include a MediaTek Dimensity 9400 chipset.
•Price: Speculated at $699 (approximately ₹58,900).
Both variants are expected to include design elements consistent with Nothing’s signature transparent aesthetics, along with enhanced Nothing OS features.
Additional Certifications and Teasers
Earlier in 2024, two Nothing smartphones with model numbers A059 and A059P were spotted on the IMEI database, further hinting at an India launch. These certifications, coupled with the recent Geekbench listing, suggest that the Phone 3 series launch is imminent.
Adding to the intrigue, the Nothing Phone 3 was teased subtly in the Nothing Ear Open launch video, fueling speculation that an official announcement is just around the corner.
Pricing and Availability
The Nothing Phone 3 series is expected to cater to both premium mid-range and flagship segments, with the base model priced at $599 and the higher-end variant at $699. While Nothing has yet to confirm an official launch date, its presence on certification platforms indicates that an India release could happen soon.
Nothing Phone 3: Competitive Edge
The Nothing Phone 3 series is poised to carry forward the innovative ethos of its predecessors while introducing new features to compete with rival brands in the premium smartphone segment. Key factors like the rumored Snapdragon 7s Gen 3, Android 15, and a potential Pro variant with MediaTek’s flagship chipset highlight Nothing’s ambition to offer cutting-edge technology.
