Nothing Phone 3 Is Finally Here – But Is It Really Worth All the Hype?

I expected the Nothing Phone 3 to be a game-changer. And while it brings a fresh design and cool features, the price tag has shocked everyone.

If you follow tech even a little bit, then you must have heard about the Nothing Phone 3. So what is the real deal? GoGadgetGuide has brought you this review after doing full research, so let’s find out what is so special about this phone and why there is so much hype about it.

What Makes the Nothing Phone 3​​ So Special?

1. Transparent design is back! What a surprise

The coolest thing about Nothing phones has always been their transparent backs, and they did an amazing job by bringing it back in the Nothing Phone 3​. This time, it’s not just about seeing the internals; this time, it’s about interaction. Imagine your phone trying to flirt with you through its LED signals. Yep, that’s where we are in 2025.

It has a new Glyph Interface 2.0 that features LEDs that light up in patterns. But now these lights are more than just fancy alerts. You can play simple games, check time progress, and even see caller ID flashes, all from the back of your phone.

2. Real Flagship Specs, But Are They Enough?

• Processor: Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 (Good, but not top-tier)
  
• Display: 6.7-inch 120Hz AMOLED (No LTPO tech)
  
• Battery: 5,150mAh global / 5,500mAh India
  
• Charging: 65W wired, 15W wireless, 5W reverse
  
• Cameras: Triple 50MP setup with periscope zoom
  
• Storage: Up to 16GB RAM and 512GB UFS 4.0

📢 But according to users, phones like OnePlus 13R and iQOO 13 offer better performance at a lower price.

Also Read: IQoo 13 Vs OnePlus 13: What You Must Know Before Buying

Nothing Phone 3​ Price in India

Let’s talk numbers. Because, as much as we love tech, our wallets have the final say. The Nothing Phone 3​ price in India starts at ₹79,999 for the 12GB/256GB model and ₹89,999 for the 16GB/512GB model.

Many people feel that Nothing wants to market this phone as a premium phone first, but later it will drop the price to make it look like a good deal.

Also, there is no charger in the box. For this amount of money, everyone expected at least a fast charger bundled in.

Camera – Looks Good, but Not the Best

Triple 50MP cameras sound great, and real photos are not bad either, especially night mode, which gives natural results without boosting light too much.

The triple 50MP setup includes:

• Main: Sony IMX890 (used in OnePlus 11)
• Ultra-wide: Samsung JN1
• Periscope Zoom: 3.5x optical + 30x digital

But users expected telephoto and ultrawide cameras with autofocus, which are not there in the Nothing Phone 3​. Photos are decent, but not top notch when compared to the Pixel 9 and Galaxy S24.

Even the video recording is not smooth enough; it lacks the extra stability and sharpness that we expect from phones in this price range.

Software Experience

Nothing Phone 3​ runs on Nothing OS 3.5, based on Android 15, which is quite clean, fast, and bloatware-free. Finally, a phone that doesn’t come with 10-15 random shopping apps that we didn’t even ask for.

Cool features include:

• Essential Key: Assign any function to a physical button
• Glyph Composer: Make your own light+sound combos
• AI Scheduler: Automatically sets your calendar

And yes, the company has promised 5 years for Android updates, so you will not be stuck in 2025 when the whole world moves to Android 19. But again, these features are now available in mid-range phones as well.

Battery Life & Charging

Battery life is something people actually care about. Here’s what Nothing Phone 3​ offers:

• 5,150mAh battery (India gets 5,500mAh)
• 65W wired charging: 0 to 100% in about 45 minutes
• 15W Wireless charging
• 5W Reverse charging (Yes, charge your friend’s dead earbuds. Be the hero.)

On average, you can get 7–8 hours of screen-on time.

Also Read: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 Review: Worth ₹1.75 Lakh?

Nothing Phone 3​ vs iPhone 15 Plus

Let’s compare the Nothing Phone 3​ to the iPhone 15 Plus, which is available at a similar price:

If you’re an Android fan who likes flashy design and fun UI, then Nothing Phone 3 has that charm, but if you’re looking for better quality, long-term software support, and resale value, then iPhone 15 Plus offers more value at a similar price.

Pros and Cons

No phone is perfect, and hence, the Nothing Phone 3​ has both pros and cons. Here’s a quick look:

👍 Pros

• Unique transparent design
• Fun Glyph interface
• Clean and smooth software
• Wireless + reverse charging
• Long update support

👎 Cons

• Way overpriced
• No charger in the box
• No autofocus on ultrawide
• No SD card
• The processor is not the best at this price
• No LTPO display
• Only a USB 2.0 port

What People Are Saying

Here are some real reviews:

• “80k and that too for this?? Even 40k seems too much to me😂”
• “Already flopped. Good luck, Nothing.”
• “OnePlus 13, iPhone, and Pixel are better phones at the same price.”
• “This seems like a marketing trick, launch at 80K and sell it at 50K later.”
• “No charger, no fast USB, no LTPO, and still ₹80K?”
• “Poco F7 has better specs and that too at a much lower price.”

There are other concerns like very limited features, no charger, old USB type, lack of LTPO display, average camera results, and no real standout performance.

Personal Thoughts

Honestly, Nothing Phone 3​ looks quite exciting. But the magic behind it all fades as soon as we check its price. The phone is good, but at ₹80k, we don’t expect any compromises.

It feels like buying a fancy-looking phone just for looks, but paying the price for a real premium phone.

Final Verdict: Real Flagship or Just Hype?

The Nothing Phone 3​ brings bold design and new ideas, no doubt. But the price tag? 

If the price drops to ₹40k-50k, then the Nothing Phone 3 will make more sense. Right now, it’s just a stylish phone with a premium tag that does not match its value at all.

It is fun, bold, and unique, but in a world where better deals are available, it just feels like style over real features.

🗣 So, unless you are a die-hard fan of the design or anything like that of the brand, wait for the price cut, and don’t be surprised if people say, “Wow, this phone looks quite cool! But you paid how much?!”

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Khushbu sedai

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