Nothing Phone 3: Back to Mid-Range with Snapdragon 7s Gen 3
Nothing Phone 3 is making headlines again. But this time, it’s not for pushing boundaries forward. Instead, it’s taking a surprising turn by stepping back into the mid-range territory again. Let’s dive into what’s happening with Nothing Phone 3.
Geekbench Leaks Reveal a Mid-Range Chip
The Nothing Phone (3) has been spotted on the Geekbench platform (via91mobiles). The leaked benchmarks reveal that the Phone (3) is powered byQualcomm’s Snapdragon 7s Gen 3mid-range chipset, paired with8GB of RAM. This is quite different from the Nothing Phone (2), which carried the flagship Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset.
In Geekbench tests, the Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 scored1,149 in the single-core and 2,813 in the multi-core tests.
Here’s a table comparing these results to previous-gen Nothing Phones (1) and (2).
As you can see, it’s a significant step down from the Phone (2). It seems like Nothing wants to offer a more affordable option this time around, but there’s more to the story.
Recently, two model numbers, A059 and A059P, were spotted in theIMEI database. The A059 model is likely the base variant—the one we see in these benchmark results. The A059P, on the other hand, could be a more powerful Pro version. This means that Nothing might still have a high-end version of thePhone (3)in the works, possibly to be called thePhone (3) Pro or Phone (3) Plus.
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What’s Next for Nothing?
It looks like Nothing is trying to balance things out by offering both affordable and premium options. The Phone (3) could be a more accessible choice for those who want the Nothing experience without the flagship price. Meanwhile, the Pro model could cater to those who still want top-tier performance.
Rumors also suggest that the Nothing Phone (3) will come with a 6.5-inch display, while the Pro version might sport a larger 6.7-inch screen. There’s even talk of an Action Button just like the latest iPhone 16 models, which could be an interesting addition.
Ravi Teja KNTS
Tech writer with over 4 years of experience at TechWiser, where he has authored more than 700 articles on AI, Google apps, Chrome OS, Discord, and Android. His journey started with a passion for discussing technology and helping others in online forums, which naturally grew into a career in tech journalism. Ravi’s writing focuses on simplifying technology, making it accessible and jargon-free for readers. When he’s not breaking down the latest tech, he’s often immersed in a classic film – a true cinephile at heart.
