As the eagerly awaited launch of the Nothing Phone (2a) approaches on March 5, founder Carl Pei hints at a revolutionary shift in the smartphone market by unveiling what could be the UK-based company’s most affordable device to date. With potential pricing set to be under ₹30,000 in India, Pei’s recent name change on X to “Carl Bhai” emphasizes the company’s dedication to the Indian market, where the mid-range smartphone will also be manufactured.
Nothing Phone (2a) Expected Price and Specifications:
According to tipster Yogesh Brar on X, the Nothing Phone (2a) is rumored to be equipped with the MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Ultra chipset, previously featured in the Redmi Note 13 Pro+. The anticipated pricing suggests affordability, with an estimated €349 (around ₹30,000) for the 8GB RAM/128GB variant and €399 (around ₹35,000) for the 12GB RAM/256GB storage variant.
If the speculated ₹30,000 price point holds true, the Nothing Phone (2a) could directly compete with popular models like the Redmi Note Pro+ and the Realme 12 Pro+.
Key Specifications:
- Display: 6.7-inch Full HD+ OLED with 120Hz refresh rate
- Camera: Dual rear setup (50MP primary sensor, 50MP ultra-wide angle lens), 32MP front-facing shooter
- Operating System: Nothing OS 2.5 based on Android 14
- Charging: Up to 45W fast charging support
The Nothing Phone (2a) is anticipated to sport a 6.7-inch Full HD+ OLED display with a high 120Hz refresh rate. On the camera front, a dual rear setup comprising a 50MP primary sensor and a 50MP ultra-wide angle lens is expected, complemented by a 32MP front-facing shooter for selfie enthusiasts and video calls.
Running on the company’s proprietary Nothing OS 2.5, based on the latest Android 14 operating system, the smartphone is anticipated to support up to 45W of fast charging. However, it remains unclear whether the 45W charger will be included in the box.
