Nothing Phone (4a) Pro 12GB/256GB

Overview

The Nothing Phone (4a) Pro 12GB/256GB is a premium 5G smartphone built around a 6.78-inch AMOLED display, Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 processor, 12GB RAM and 256GB UFS 3.1 storage.
The Pro model stands out with a sophisticated triple-camera system featuring a 50MP Sony main camera with OIS, 50MP periscope telephoto camera and 8MP ultra-wide camera. Its periscope system provides 3.5x optical zoom and up to 140x ultra zoom.
It also features a 5,080mAh battery with 50W fast charging, Nothing OS based on Android 16, a distinctive Glyph Matrix, an aircraft-grade aluminium unibody and IP65 dust and water resistance.
Key features
- 12GB RAM
- 256GB UFS 3.1 storage
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4
- 5G connectivity
- 6.78-inch AMOLED display
- 1.5K-class resolution
- 120Hz refresh rate
- Up to 4,500 nits peak brightness
- Corning Gorilla Glass 7i
- 50MP Sony main camera with OIS
- 50MP periscope telephoto camera with OIS
- 8MP ultra-wide camera
- 32MP front camera
- 3.5x optical zoom
- Up to 140x ultra zoom
- 5,080mAh battery
- 50W fast charging
- Nothing OS 4.1
- Android 16
- Glyph Matrix
- Stereo speakers
- Wi-Fi 6
- Bluetooth
- NFC
- Under-display fingerprint sensor
- IP65 protection
- Aircraft-grade aluminium unibody
6.78-inch AMOLED display
The Phone (4a) Pro features a 6.78-inch AMOLED display designed for sharp images, smooth motion and immersive viewing.
The display supports a 120Hz refresh rate, making scrolling, animations and compatible gaming noticeably smoother.
It also offers high peak brightness and Corning Gorilla Glass 7i protection.
Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 performance
The Phone (4a) Pro is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 platform.
The 12GB RAM provides plenty of memory for demanding multitasking, gaming and AI-powered applications, while 256GB UFS 3.1 storage provides fast access to applications and files.
The UFS 3.1 storage is particularly useful for faster app loading and handling larger files.
Pro triple-camera system
The Phone (4a) Pro’s camera system consists of:
- 50MP Sony main camera with OIS
- 50MP periscope telephoto camera with OIS
- 8MP ultra-wide camera
The main Sony sensor is designed for detailed photography, including low-light shooting, while OIS helps reduce camera shake.
The 50MP periscope camera is the major Pro upgrade, providing 3.5x optical zoom and up to 140x ultra zoom.
The 8MP ultra-wide camera provides a wider field of view for landscapes, architecture and group photography.
32MP front camera
For selfies and video calls, the phone features a 32MP front-facing camera.
The front camera uses a wide 89° field of view, making it useful for group selfies as well as individual portraits.
5,080mAh battery and 50W charging
The Phone (4a) Pro is equipped with a 5,080mAh battery.
Nothing states that the battery can provide up to 20 hours of YouTube viewing, 25 hours of Instagram scrolling, 28 hours of music listening and 51 hours of voice calls under its specified testing conditions.
The phone supports 50W fast charging, with Nothing stating that a day’s power can be obtained in under 30 minutes under its specified conditions.
Glyph Matrix
The Pro model introduces Nothing’s Glyph Matrix, a rear notification and interaction system using 137 precision mini-LEDs.
It can display useful information such as:
- Notifications
- Time
- Battery status
- Timers
- Camera countdown
- Selfie mirror
- Progress information
This gives the phone a distinctive rear interface beyond conventional notification LEDs.
Nothing OS and Android 16
The Phone (4a) Pro runs Nothing OS 4.1 based on Android 16.
The software provides Nothing’s clean interface, customisable widgets and AI-powered tools.
It includes Essential AI tools, Google Gemini integration and ChatGPT integration through Nothing OS.
Nothing states that the Phone (4a) Pro receives 3 years of OS updates and 6 years of security updates.
Premium aluminium design
Unlike some previous Nothing phones, the Phone (4a) Pro uses an aircraft-grade aluminium unibody.
The metal construction is designed to provide a premium feel while also helping dissipate heat.
The phone measures approximately 163.66 × 76.62 × 7.95mm and weighs around 210g.
IP65 protection
The Phone (4a) Pro carries an IP65 rating for dust and water resistance.
Its display is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 7i, adding resistance against everyday scratches and wear.
Connectivity and security
The phone supports modern wireless connectivity including:
- 5G
- 4G LTE
- Wi-Fi 6
- Bluetooth
- NFC
- GPS
- USB Type-C
Security is provided through an under-display fingerprint sensor.
Stereo speakers provide wider audio for music, gaming and video playback.
Nothing Phone (4a) Pro 12GB/256GB
Specifications
| Specification | Nothing Phone (4a) Pro 12GB/256GB |
|---|---|
| Network | 5G / 4G LTE |
| RAM | 12GB |
| Storage | 256GB |
| Storage type | UFS 3.1 |
| Processor | Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 |
| Display | 6.78-inch AMOLED |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz |
| Peak brightness | Up to 4,500 nits |
| Screen protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 7i |
| Main camera | 50MP Sony, OIS |
| Periscope camera | 50MP, OIS |
| Ultra-wide camera | 8MP |
| Front camera | 32MP |
| Optical zoom | 3.5x |
| Ultra zoom | Up to 140x |
| Battery | 5,080mAh |
| Charging | 50W fast charging |
| Operating system | Android 16 |
| Interface | Nothing OS 4.1 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 |
| NFC | Yes |
| Fingerprint | Under-display |
| Speakers | Stereo |
| Water/dust resistance | IP65 |
| Dimensions | 163.66 × 76.62 × 7.95mm |
| Weight | Approx. 210g |
| Body | Aircraft-grade aluminium |
Why choose the Nothing Phone (4a) Pro 12GB/256GB?
The Nothing Phone (4a) Pro 12GB/256GB is designed for users who want stronger performance and a more advanced camera system than the standard Phone (4a).
Its combination of Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 performance, 12GB RAM, 256GB UFS 3.1 storage, 120Hz AMOLED display, 50MP Sony main camera, 50MP periscope telephoto, 3.5x optical zoom, up to 140x ultra zoom and Glyph Matrix makes it a distinctive premium smartphone.
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