With Nothing’s official launch event scheduled for March 5, 2026, a series of technical leaks has emerged regarding the Nothing Phone 4a Pro. Following CEO Carl Pei’s confirmation that the company will skip a flagship “Phone 4” this year to focus on the mid-range series, the 4a Pro is positioned as the brand’s most capable device for the 2026 cycle.
Recent reports from industry insiders and regulatory filings suggest that Nothing is moving away from the standard 120Hz refresh rates common in the mid-range segment, aiming instead for specifications typically reserved for gaming or high-end flagship devices.
A Shift to 144Hz Refresh Rates
The most prominent display rumor suggests the Nothing Phone 4a Pro will feature a 6.83-inch 1.5K AMOLED panel. While the standard Phone 4a is expected to maintain a 120Hz refresh rate, the Pro model is tipped to support 144Hz.
A 144Hz display offers a marginal but measurable increase in frame-to-frame smoothness compared to 120Hz, which may appeal to mobile gamers and users sensitive to interface animations. The panel is also rumored to support a high peak brightness and an improved touch sampling rate, though official figures remain unconfirmed.
The 140x Digital Zoom Capability
Perhaps the most discussed leak involves the camera system. The Nothing Phone 4a Pro is rumored to house a 50MP Sony primary sensor equipped with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS). However, the “140x zoom” claim has drawn the most attention.
According to leaked marketing materials, the Pro model may utilize a combination of a dedicated telephoto lens and software-driven digital cropping to achieve this high zoom level. For context:
Phone 4a (Standard): Reported to offer up to 70x digital zoom.
Phone 4a Pro: Reported to offer up to 140x digital zoom.
While digital zoom at these levels often sees a reduction in image clarity, the inclusion of a 140x option suggests a significant hardware upgrade in the telephoto department, possibly moving toward a periscope-style lens arrangement.
Internal Specifications and Build
The device is expected to be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 chipset. While not a flagship 8-series processor, this 4nm chip is designed for efficiency and stable performance in the premium mid-range category.
| Feature | Leaked Specification (Pro Model) |
| Processor | Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 |
| RAM/Storage | 8GB/128GB or 12GB/256GB |
| Battery | 5,080mAh to 5,500mAh |
| Charging | 50W Wired |
| Body | Aluminum unibody frame |
The design will likely retain the brand’s signature transparency but with a new “Glyph Bar.” This updated interface reportedly uses nine individually controllable mini-LEDs that are 40% brighter than those on the previous 3a series.
Price and Availability
If the current leaks hold true, the Nothing Phone 4a Pro will see a price increase over its predecessor. European pricing leaks suggest a starting point of approximately €479 to €499 (~$520–$540).
Following the March 5 announcement, the standard Phone 4a is expected to go on sale on March 12, while the Pro model is rumored for a slightly later release on March 26, 2026.
