Nothing Phone (4a): Specs and Verdict 12 GB / 256 GB / global
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Phone (4a)

7.3 NeoScore #472 of 1029

12 GB / 256 GB / global · Launched March 2026 · Energy class B

EAN 2400008188355

Overview

NeoScore

7.3

#472 of 1029

Design & display
7.9
Performance & hardware
7.3
Camera
7.7
Connectivity
7.5
Battery & charging
6.2

Efficiency

Energy efficiencyB
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RepairabilityC
ABCDE
Repeated-drop resistanceC
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Strengths

  • 6.78-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and 4,500-nit peak brightness.
  • Snapdragon 7s Gen 4, 12 GB of RAM, up to 256 GB of UFS 3.1 storage, and Adreno 810 graphics.
  • 50Mpx main camera with OIS, 3.5x optical zoom, and 4K video at 30 fps.

Weak points

  • Storage is not expandable, and the wired connection is limited to USB 2.0.
  • Wireless charging is not documented.
  • The body has IP64 protection, but it is not classified as rugged.
Display
6.78 inAMOLED1,224 × 2,720 px120 Hz
Design
204.5 g77.6 mm164 mm8.6 mm
Performance
Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4Octa-Core12 GB RAM128 GB / 256 GB
AnTuTu
1,183,775Better than 52% of phones
Battery
5,080 mAh50 W63 h
Cameras
50 Mpx · f/1.950 Mpx · f/2.98 Mpx · f/2.2selfie 32 Mpx · f/2.2
Network
5G4G3G2G
Software
Android 16

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Technical specifications

Performance

Processor Model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4
Processor Process Size
4 nm
Graphics GPU
Qualcomm Adreno 810
Storage Type
UFS 3.1
Maximum CPU Clock
2.7 GHz
Maximum Storage Capacity
256 GB
AnTuTu Score
1,183,775
CPU Description
Octa-core CPU with 1×2.7 GHz Cortex-A720, 3×2.4 GHz Cortex-A720, and 4×1.8 GHz Cortex-A520 cores.
Processor Type
Octa-Core
64-Bit Processor
Yes
RAM Capacity
12 GB
RAM Type
LPDDR4X
Expandable Storage
No
AnTuTu version
v11
3DMark Wild Life Extreme
1,128

Battery

Battery Efficiency Rating
B
Battery Capacity
5,080 mAh
Battery Type
Li-Polymer
Fast Charge Power
50 W
Battery Features
Non-Removable, Fast Charging, Reverse Charging, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator
Battery Endurance
63 h
Charge cycles
1,400

Design

Body Colors
Pink, White, Black, Blue
Body Thickness
8.6 mm
Body Width
77.6 mm
Body Height
164 mm
Weight
204.5 g
Usable Surface
88 %
Body Materials
Glass, Plastic
Resistance Features
IP64, Water Resistant, Dust Resistant
Waterproof Depth
0.25 m
Drop Resistance Class
C
Repairability Class
C
Foldable
No
Rugged Build
No
Drop Test Count
100

Display

Display Aspect Ratio
20:9
Peak Display Brightness
4,500 nits
Display Technology
AMOLED
Display Diagonal
6.78 in
Display Horizontal Resolution
1,224 px
Display Vertical Resolution
2,720 px
Display Pixel Density
440 ppi
Display Refresh Rate
120 Hz
Touch Sampling Rate
2,500 Hz
Display Contrast Ratio
1,000,000 :1
Display Features
Hole-Punch Notch, Gorilla Glass 7i, Mohs Level 5, HDR10, HDR10+, Ultra HDR, 2160Hz PWM, DCI-P3, One Billion Colors, Color LED Notifications, Scratch Resistant, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless, Always-On Display
Integrated Projector
No

Sensors

Fingerprint Sensor Placement
Under Display

Sensor

Sensor Features
Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Compass, Light Sensor, Cooling System

Software

Operating System
Android 16
OS Family
Android
OS Version
16
OS Update Support
3 years
Direct OS Updates
No
Google Services
Yes

Connectivity

SIM Configurations
Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby, Dual SIM
Cellular Bands
2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B3, 3G UMTS B4, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B12, 4G LTE B17, 4G LTE B18, 4G LTE B19, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B26, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B42, 4G LTE B48, 4G LTE B66, 4G LTE B71, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n2, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n7, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n12, 5G NR n20, 5G NR n28a, 5G NR n28b, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n48, 5G NR n66, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78
Cellular Technologies
GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G
Wi-Fi Standards
Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E, Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g
Wi-Fi Features
Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display, MIMO
Bluetooth Version
Bluetooth 5.4
Bluetooth Profiles
A2DP, LE
Navigation Systems
GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS
Connectivity Features
NFC, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG, USB Type-C, USB 2.0, Computer Sync, DLNA, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE
USB Version
USB 2.0

Audio

Microphone Count
2
Audio Features
Stereo Speakers, A2DP, LE

Technical

Launch price
349 €

Automated technical index

NeoScore

NeoScore is an automated technical index based on verified specifications. It does not represent hands-on testing unless NeoTeo publishes a separate review.

7.29 /10

Selected variant

12 GB / 256 GB / global

Design & display
7.89
Performance & hardware
7.28
Camera
7.68
Connectivity
7.45
Battery & charging
6.24
NeoScore rank
#472 / 1029

Efficiency

Grades from the official EU product label. Missing grades are never estimated.

Energy efficiency
B
Repairability
C
Repeated-drop resistance
C

Survived 100 drops without defects

View the official EPREL label

Evidence-based overview

Phone (4a) technical sheet

Nothing Phone (4a) runs Android 16 and centers on a 6.78-inch AMOLED display. Its documented highlights include a 120Hz refresh rate, 4,500-nit peak brightness, HDR10+ support, and 1,224 × 2,720 px resolution. The fingerprint reader sits under the display, while stereo speakers, NFC, 5G, Wi‑Fi 6E, and Bluetooth 5.4 cover the main connectivity needs.

The hardware uses Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 with Qualcomm Adreno 810 graphics, 12 GB of LPDDR4X RAM, and up to 256 GB of UFS 3.1 storage. The listed results are 1,183,775 in AnTuTu v11 and 1,128 in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme; these are documented figures, not tests performed by NeoTeo. Storage cannot be expanded, and the port is USB 2.0.

Its 50Mpx main camera uses the Samsung GN9 sensor, an f/1.9 aperture, optical image stabilization, and 3.5x optical zoom, with 4K recording at 30 fps. A 50Mpx telephoto camera and 8Mpx ultrawide camera add range, while the front camera has 32Mpx.

The 5,080mAh Li-Polymer battery supports 50W charging and reverse charging, with documented endurance of 63 hours. The 8.6mm body weighs 204.5g and has IP64 protection. It suits users seeking a detailed display, current wireless standards, and a versatile camera setup, provided USB 2.0 and non-expandable storage are acceptable.

Highlights

  • 16.78-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and 4,500-nit peak brightness.
  • 2Snapdragon 7s Gen 4, 12 GB of RAM, up to 256 GB of UFS 3.1 storage, and Adreno 810 graphics.
  • 350Mpx main camera with OIS, 3.5x optical zoom, and 4K video at 30 fps.
  • 45,080mAh battery with 50W charging and reverse charging.

Things to consider

  • 1Storage is not expandable, and the wired connection is limited to USB 2.0.
  • 2Wireless charging is not documented.
  • 3The body has IP64 protection, but it is not classified as rugged.

Phone (4a)

Camera system

Every physical camera module is shown separately, with its sensor, lens and capture capabilities.

1

Rear Main Camera

Sensor Model
Samsung GN9
Resolution
50 Mpx
Sensor Type
ISOCELL
Sensor Size
0.641 ″ type
Pixel Size
1 µm
Pixel Binning
4 :1
Sensor
Sensor Model
Samsung GN9
Resolution
50 Mpx
Sensor Type
ISOCELL
Sensor Size
0.641 ″ type
Pixel Size
1 µm
Pixel Binning
4 :1
Video
Video Recording
4K at 30 fps, 1080p at 30 fps, 1080p at 60 fps, 1080p at 120 fps, Gyro-EIS, Optical image stabilization, Dolby Vision HDR
Slow Motion Video
Yes
Slow Motion Frame Rate
240 fps
Lens
Optical Zoom
3.5 x
Aperture
f/1.9
Optical Image Stabilization
Yes
Flash
Flash Type
LED
Flash LED Count
1 LEDs
Features
Camera Features
Autofocus, Continuous Autofocus, Phase-Detection Autofocus, Manual Focus, Manual Exposure, Manual ISO, Manual White Balance, HDR, Panorama, Burst Mode, Time-Lapse, Geotagging, Night Mode, Noise Reduction, Digital Zoom, Optical Stabilization, Digital Image Stabilization, Continuous Shooting, Face Detection, White Balance Settings, ISO Settings, Exposure Compensation, Scene Mode, Self-Timer, Touch Focus, Triple Camera, LED Flash, 4K Video, Optical Zoom
2

Rear Telephoto Camera

Sensor Model
Samsung S5KJN5
Resolution
50 Mpx
Sensor Type
ISOCELL
Sensor Size
0.362 ″ type
Pixel Size
0.64 µm
Pixel Binning
4 :1
Sensor
Sensor Model
Samsung S5KJN5
Resolution
50 Mpx
Sensor Type
ISOCELL
Sensor Size
0.362 ″ type
Pixel Size
0.64 µm
Pixel Binning
4 :1
Lens
Optical Zoom
3.5 x
Aperture
f/2.9
3

Rear Ultrawide Camera

Resolution
8 Mpx
Sensor Type
ISOCELL
Pixel Size
1.12 µm
Aperture
f/2.2
Sensor
Resolution
8 Mpx
Sensor Type
ISOCELL
Pixel Size
1.12 µm
Lens
Aperture
f/2.2
4

Front Camera

Sensor Model
Sony IMX355
Resolution
32 Mpx
Sensor Type
ISOCELL
Sensor Size
0.292 ″ type
Pixel Size
0.64 µm
Video Recording
1080p at 30 fps
Sensor
Sensor Model
Sony IMX355
Resolution
32 Mpx
Sensor Type
ISOCELL
Sensor Size
0.292 ″ type
Pixel Size
0.64 µm
Video
Video Recording
1080p at 30 fps
Lens
Aperture
f/2.2
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Variant details

Memory
12 GB
Markets
global
Storage
256 GB
Market codes
global

Product family

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