Nothing Phone 4a Pro vs 3a Pro — Phone 4a Pro wins with a 144 Hz display with a brightness of 5000 nits, Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 processor (even twice as powerful GPU) and a completely new Glyph Matrix with 137 mini-LEDs. However, it loses the iconic transparent back for an aluminum casing and has a weaker selfie camera (32 MP instead of 50 MP). In Poland, the surcharge is about 350 PLN compared to the launch price of 3a Pro.
Nothing Phone 4a Pro debuted on March 5, 2026 — exactly one year after Phone 3a Pro, which premiered during MWC 2025. The first reviews from critics are positive, but the comparison of both generations reveals not only progress — but also a surprising step backward.
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Key differences — Nothing Phone 4a Pro vs 3a Pro at a glance
| Cecha | Phone 4a Pro (2026) | Phone 3a Pro (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Procesor | Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 | Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 |
| Wyświetlacz | 6,83″ / 144 Hz / 5000 nitów | 6,77″ / 120 Hz / 3000 nitów |
| Teleobiektyw | 50 MP, 3,5x zoom optyczny | 50 MP, 3x zoom optyczny |
| Aparat selfie | 32 MP | 50 MP |
| Bateria | 5080 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Glyph | 137 mini-LED-ów (matryca) | 3 paski LED, 26 stref |
| Obudowa | Aluminium (unibody) | Szkło (transparentne) + plastik |
| Ochrona | Gorilla Glass 7i, IP65 | Panda Glass, IP64 |
| Cena (PL) | od 2099 zł (8/128 GB) | od ~1300 zł (wyprzedaże) |
Pełna specyfikacja — Nothing Phone 4a Pro vs 3a Pro
| Parametr | Phone 4a Pro | Phone 3a Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Premiera | March 2026 | March 2025 |
| Wymiary | 163.7 × 76.6 × 8.0 mm | 163.5 × 77.5 × 8.4 mm |
| Waga | 210 g | 211 g |
| Wyświetlacz | 6.83″ AMOLED, 1260 × 2800 px (440 ppi) | 6.77″ AMOLED, 1080 × 2392 px (387 ppi) |
| Odświeżanie | 144 Hz | 120 Hz |
| PWM | 2160 Hz | 2160 Hz |
| Jasność szczytowa | 5000 nits | 3000 nits |
| Procesor | Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm) | Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm) |
| GPU | Adreno 722 | Adreno 810 |
| RAM | 8 / 12 GB LPDDR5X | 8 / 12 GB |
| Pamięć | 128 / 256 GB (UFS 3.1) | 128 / 256 GB |
| Aparat główny | 50 MP, f/1.9, OIS, 1/1.56″ | 50 MP, f/1.9, OIS, 1/1.56″ |
| Teleobiektyw | 50 MP, f/2.9, 3.5× zoom, OIS | 50 MP, f/2.6, 3× zoom, OIS |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP, f/2.2, 120° | 8 MP, f/2.2, 120° |
| Aparat selfie | 32 MP, f/2.2 | 50 MP, f/2.2 |
| Wideo | 4K 30 fps, Ultra XDR / Dolby Vision | 4K 30 fps |
| Bateria | 5080 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Ładowanie | 50 W (100% w 64 min) | 50 W (100% w 56 min) |
| Ładowanie bezprzewodowe | Nie | Nie |
| System | Android 16 / Nothing OS 4.1 | Android 15 / Nothing OS 3.1 (aktualizacja do Android 16) |
| Aktualizacje | 3 lata Android + 6 lat security | 3 lata Android + 6 lat security |
| 5G | Tak | Tak |
| WiFi | WiFi 6 | WiFi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.4 | 5.4 |
| NFC | Tak | Tak |
| IP | IP65 | IP64 |
| Kolory | Black, Silver, Pink | Black, Gray |
The official manufacturer’s specification can be checked at nothing.tech.
Display — 5000 vs 3000 nits and higher refresh rate
The screen is one of the most noticeable changes when comparing Nothing Phone 4a Pro vs 3a Pro.
The Phone 4a Pro has a larger 6.83-inch panel (vs 6.77″) with a higher resolution — 1260 × 2800 px gives 440 ppi instead of 387 ppi. Text and small interface elements look sharper. The refresh rate increased from 120 Hz to 144 Hz. You will notice the difference mainly in games and fast scrolling through lists.
The biggest change concerns brightness. 5000 nits in the Phone 4a Pro is 67% more than 3000 nits in the 3a Pro. This has a real impact on screen readability in bright sunlight — while running, cycling, or navigating the city in summer.
Nothing also used Corning Gorilla Glass 7i instead of Panda Glass, which means better scratch resistance. You can find the full specifications of the Nothing Phone 4a Pro display in the table above. If you still prefer additional protection, tempered glass for Nothing smartphones is available in our store.
💡 Tip: If you mainly use your phone indoors, the difference in brightness will be less noticeable. 3000 nits in the 3a Pro is still an excellent result — better than many flagship devices from 2024.
Design and materials — the end of transparency
This is the most controversial change. The Nothing Phone 4a Pro abandons the iconic transparent back for an aluminum unibody design. This is the first Nothing phone with a metal construction.
What does this mean in practice?
- Materials — 4a Pro: aluminum (frame and back) + Gorilla Glass 7i (front). 3a Pro: plastic frame + glass transparent back + Panda Glass (front).
- Premium feeling — aluminum gives the impression of a more expensive phone. Reviewers compare it to higher-end devices.
- Weight and dimensions — practically identical (210 vs 211 g). The Phone 4a Pro is thinner by 0.4 mm and narrower by almost a millimeter.
- Water resistance — IP65 (resistance to water jets) vs IP64 (resistance to splashes). A small but real improvement.
- Colors — 4a Pro offers three options (Black, Silver, Pink), 3a Pro two (Black, Gray).
⚠️ Attention: If transparent design is a key feature for you, the Nothing — Phone 3a Pro is the last model in the «a» series that offers it. The Phone 4a Pro looks more «mainstream,» which may not appeal to everyone.
Performance — Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 vs 7s Gen 3
Under the hood, the Phone 4a Pro features the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, while the 3a Pro has the Snapdragon 7s Gen 3. The difference is significant:
- CPU — about 15% faster single-core, about 32% faster multi-core in the Phone 4a Pro
- GPU — Adreno 722 in the 4a Pro is even twice as powerful as Adreno 810 in the 3a Pro
- RAM — both offer 8 and 12 GB LPDDR5X variants
What does this mean for everyday use? The Phone 3a Pro is still a smooth phone — Nothing OS is well optimized. You’ll mainly feel the difference in:
- Gaming — higher frames per second, more stable framerate in Genshin Impact, Call of Duty Mobile
- Editing photos and videos — export is about 30% faster
- Multitasking — more open applications without reloading
Both phones have UFS 3.1 memory — the lack of UFS 4.0 is a certain compromise, but in practice, the difference is mainly felt when copying large files.
Camera — better zoom, but weaker selfies
The main camera in both phones is identical — 50 MP, f/1.9, 1/1.56″ sensor with OIS. The ultrawide is also unchanged (8 MP, f/2.2). The key differences concern the telephoto lens and the selfie camera.
Telephoto lens
| Parameter | Phone 4a Pro | Phone 3a Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Optical zoom | 3.5× (80 mm) | 3× (70 mm) |
| Aperture | f/2.9 | f/2.6 |
| Sensor | Samsung JN5, 1/2.75″ | 1/1.95″ |
| Digital zoom | up to 140× | no data |
Phone 4a Pro offers a longer zoom (3.5× vs 3×), which is useful for photographing distant objects. It also added in-sensor zoom up to 7× and digital zoom up to 140×. But beware — the telephoto sensor is smaller (1/2.75″ vs 1/1.95″), which may mean worse zoom photos in low light.
Another novelty is the TrueLens Engine 4 — multi-frame RAW processing with 12-layer AI segmentation. Video has gained an Ultra XDR mode (similar to Dolby Vision HDR).
Selfie camera — a step back
This is the only clear downgrade in the Phone 4a Pro:
- 3a Pro: 50 MP, 1/2.76″ sensor — one of the better selfie cameras in the segment
- 4a Pro: 32 MP, 1/3.42″ sensor — smaller sensor, lower resolution, no 4K in video
If you often take selfies, record TikToks, or make video calls, the 3a Pro has an objective advantage here.
Battery and charging — Nothing Phone 4a Pro vs 3a Pro
| Parametr | Phone 4a Pro | Phone 3a Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Pojemność | 5080 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Ładowanie | 50 W | 50 W |
| 0–50% | 22 min | 19 min |
| 0–100% | 64 min | 56 min |
| Endurance rating (GSMArena) | 63:24h | 43:17h |
| Ładowanie bezprzewodowe | Nie | Nie |
| Reverse charging | 7,5 W (przewodowe) | Nie |
Phone 4a Pro has a slightly larger battery (5080 vs 5000 mAh), but achieves significantly better endurance rating according to GSMArena — 63:24h vs 43:17h. This suggests that the new processor and display are more energy-efficient. Paradoxically, a full charge takes longer (64 vs 56 min) despite the identical power of 50 W.
A new feature is reverse charging at 7.5 W — you can charge headphones or a smartwatch with a cable from the Phone 4a Pro.
💡 Tip: Neither model supports wireless charging. If this is important to you, consider alternatives like OnePlus 13 or Google Pixel.
Glyph Interface — 137 LED-ów vs 26 stref
Glyph Interface is the hallmark of Nothing and here the difference between generations is huge.
Phone 3a Pro had 3 LED strips with 26 addressable zones arranged around the camera module. They were mainly used for notifications, charging indicators, and photo lighting.
Phone 4a Pro introduces a completely new Glyph Matrix — 137 individually controllable mini-LEDs with a brightness of up to 3000 nits. These are no longer strips — this is a pixel matrix that displays:
- Pixel-style icons and animations
- Digital clock
- Battery level indicator
- Moon phase and sun position
- Notifications with custom patterns for contacts
- Android 16 Live Updates on Glyph Bar (navigation, Uber rides, timers)
- Photo lighting
The Glyph Matrix occupies 57% more surface area than its predecessor and is 100% brighter. The new «Glyph Toys» features add interactive elements — something no other manufacturer offers.
Software — Nothing OS 4.1 vs 3.1
Phone 4a Pro launches with Android 16 and Nothing OS 4.1, while 3a Pro debuted with Android 15 and Nothing OS 3.1 (update to Android 16 / Nothing OS 4.0 available from December 2025).
New features in Nothing OS 4.1:
- Glyph Live Updates — integration of Android 16 Live Updates with Glyph matrix
- AI Eraser — local object removal from photos (no cloud)
- AI Ringtone Generation — AI ringtone generation for individual contacts
- Relaxation Hub — «Breathing Break» widgets with Focus, Relax, and Calm modes
- Lock Screen Depth Effect (beta) — clock hides behind wallpaper elements
The update policy is the same — both phones will receive 3 major Android updates and 6 years of security patches. Phone 4a Pro will get Android up to version 19, while 3a Pro will get up to version 18.
Price in Poland — Nothing Phone 4a Pro vs 3a Pro
| Variant | Phone 4a Pro | Phone 3a Pro (launch) | Phone 3a Pro (now) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8/128 GB | 2099 zł | none | none |
| 12/256 GB | 2399 zł | 2049 zł | from ~1300 zł |
Phone 4a Pro in the 12/256 GB version costs 2399 zł — that’s about 350 zł more than the launch price of 3a Pro in the same configuration. But the real difference is greater: 3a Pro can today be bought in promotions for about 1300–1800 zł. This means that for the price of Phone 4a Pro, you can have Phone 3a Pro and still have money left for the Nothing 3a Pro case and accessories.
Phone 4a Pro also offers a cheaper variant of 8/128 GB for 2099 zł — an option unavailable with 3a Pro.
💡 Tip: If budget is a priority, Phone 3a Pro at current prices (1300–1800 zł) is one of the best smartphones in this range. By paying extra for 4a Pro, you mainly gain a better screen, performance, and Glyph Matrix.
For whom which model? Summary
Choose Nothing Phone 4a Pro if:
- You care about having the best screen in the segment (144 Hz, 5000 nits)
- You play games and need a stronger GPU
- You want a new Glyph Matrix with 137 LEDs
- You prefer a metal, premium build
- You are buying a new phone and comparing it with other new releases of 2026
Stick with the Nothing Phone 3a Pro (or buy it now) if:
- You love the transparent design of Nothing
- You often take selfies (50 MP vs 32 MP)
- You are looking for a great smartphone at a lower price (from ~1300 PLN)
- The current performance of the 3a Pro is enough for you
- You don’t need the latest Glyph features
Summarizing the comparison of Nothing Phone 4a Pro vs 3a Pro — the new model is better in almost every technical category, but not enough for 3a Pro users to rush to the store. The biggest arguments for the upgrade are the 5000 nits display, Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, and the revolutionary Glyph Matrix. The biggest argument against it — the loss of the transparent design and a weaker selfie camera.
Check the full range of accessories for both models:
– Cases and glasses for Nothing Phone 4a Pro
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– All Nothing accessories
Alternatives — what else is worth considering?
If neither of the Nothing Phones meets your expectations one hundred percent, it’s worth looking at the competition in a similar price range:
Google Pixel 9a — a direct competitor in the segment. Offers pure Android, seven years of updates, and one of the best cameras among mid-range devices thanks to Google’s algorithms. Lacks Glyph Interface and has a less distinctive design, but makes up for it with software. You can find accessories for Pixel in our Google Pixel category.
OnePlus Nord 4 — if wireless charging is a priority, OnePlus has delivered what both Nothing Phones lack. Metal housing (similar philosophy to 4a Pro), 120 Hz AMOLED, and OxygenOS based on pure Android. Check accessories for OnePlus.
Samsung Galaxy A56 — a choice for those who value the Samsung ecosystem. One UI, Samsung Pay, DeX — this is not offered by Nothing OS. Inferior Glyph (because it doesn’t exist), but better service support in Poland and a wide network of stores.
CMF Phone 2 Pro — a budget option from the Nothing subbrand. Much cheaper, no periscope and Glyph, but shares the design philosophy and software with Nothing. Ideal if you like Nothing OS but don’t want to spend 2000+ PLN. Check out accessories for CMF Phone.
Note: Each of the above alternatives has its strengths, but none offers the Glyph Interface — this is still a unique feature of the Nothing ecosystem that distinguishes the Phone 4a Pro and 3a Pro from the competition.
FAQ — frequently asked questions
Is it worth switching from Nothing Phone 3a Pro to 4a Pro?
If the 3a Pro works well and you are not complaining about performance or the screen — you don’t need to rush. The upgrade makes sense mainly for those who want the brightest display in the segment (5000 nits), need a stronger GPU for gaming, or have fallen in love with the new Glyph Matrix. For the price difference alone, it’s not worth replacing the phone after a year of use.
Which has a better camera — 4a Pro or 3a Pro?
It depends on the scenario. The main camera (50 MP, f/1.9) is identical in both. Phone 4a Pro wins with the telephoto lens (3.5× vs 3× zoom) and image processing (TrueLens Engine 4, Ultra XDR video). But 3a Pro has a clearly better selfie camera — 50 MP with a larger sensor vs 32 MP in the newer model.
How much does Nothing Phone 4a Pro cost in Poland?
Nothing Phone 4a Pro costs in Poland from 2099 PLN for the 8/128 GB version and 2399 PLN for the 12/256 GB version. For comparison, Nothing Phone 3a Pro (12/256 GB) can now be purchased in promotions for about 1300–1800 PLN.
Does Nothing Phone 4a Pro have wireless charging?
No — just like 3a Pro. Neither model supports wireless charging. Both charge wired at 50 W. Phone 4a Pro, however, offers reverse charging at 7.5 W, which the predecessor did not have.
What is the difference between Glyph Interface in 4a Pro and 3a Pro?
The difference is huge. Phone 3a Pro had 3 LED strips with 26 zones. Phone 4a Pro has a completely new Glyph Matrix — 137 mini-LEDs displaying icons, animations, clock, battery level, moon phase, and supporting Android 16 Live Updates.
How long will Nothing update both phones?
Both models will receive 3 major Android system updates and 6 years of security patches. Phone 4a Pro (starting: Android 16) will be updated to Android 19. Phone 3a Pro (starting: Android 15, currently Android 16) — to Android 18.
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