The excitement around the upcoming Nothing Phone (3) is palpable as its launch date draws near. With whispers of it being the company’s most ambitious phone yet, many are eager to see how it stacks up as a flagship device. Speculations about the design have been rife, with talk of a shift away from the iconic Glyph Interface. In the latest official updates, Nothing confirmed the chipset it’ll feature, and it’s not the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 Elite that many had anticipated.
Instead, the Phone (3) will come equipped with the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chip, a powerful option that still offers premium performance but with a better balance of efficiency and cost.
As Carl Pei, the company’s founder, shared in a detailed YouTube video, the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 delivers major improvements over its predecessor. Compared to the Nothing Phone (2), users can expect a significant boost in performance: a 36% faster CPU, 88% stronger GPU, and 60% stronger NPU. Pei emphasized that while the 8s Gen 4 might not be the absolute top-tier option, its balance of power and efficiency aligns perfectly with Nothing’s goal for this device. He stressed that the Phone (3) is designed to offer a snappier and more seamless experience, focusing on overall performance improvements.
The choice of the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 might also be tied to Nothing’s desire to feature the latest available chipset, offering a more modern and accessible option without compromising the flagship experience. Carl Pei pointed out that this would mark the first time Nothing is using a current-generation processor in its phone lineup, allowing them to push the limits of what’s possible with the Phone (3). While it’s clear that Nothing is aiming for a premium experience, they also want to keep the price within a reasonable range, and the 8s Gen 4 appears to be the perfect fit.
With the Nothing Phone (3) set for unveiling on July 1st, anticipation is building. While we don’t have all the details yet, it’s clear that the company’s focus is on delivering a device that balances power, efficiency, and a smooth user experience. Expect more information to surface as the launch date approaches.