The Nothing Phone 3 is slated for a summer 2025 release, and CEO Carl Pei has confirmed it will be the company’s first true flagship smartphone. This premium designation comes with a flagship price: around £800 (approximately $1,000). This marks a substantial increase from the Nothing Phone 2’s price range of $599 to $799.
Stepping into the Premium Arena
In a video presented at Google’s Android Show, Pei highlighted the Nothing Phone 3’s focus on premium materials, significant performance upgrades, and enhanced software. He emphasized the phone’s positioning as a true flagship, hinting at the £800 price point.
Powering Up with Snapdragon 8 Elite
Given its flagship status, the Nothing Phone 3 is expected to boast the powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite processor. This represents a departure from the mid-tier chips used in previous Nothing phones, such as the Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 in the Nothing Phone 2 and the Snapdragon 778G Plus in the original Nothing Phone. These mid-tier processors were strategically chosen to keep costs down.
A Growing Portfolio
The Nothing Phone 3 will be the company’s fourth smartphone release in 2025, following the Nothing Phone 3a, Nothing Phone 3a Pro, and CMF Phone 2 Pro. The Nothing Phone 3a and 3a Pro are priced at approximately $379 and $459, respectively, while the CMF Phone 2 Pro starts at $279. These devices are available in the U.S. through Nothing’s Beta program, as well as third-party retailers like Amazon and eBay. Keep in mind that prices can fluctuate, so it’s always recommended to check with individual retailers for the latest pricing information.
Anticipating the Launch
The Nothing Phone 3’s official unveiling is expected in the coming weeks, with the release date shortly after. While specific details about the device remain scarce, anticipation is building, particularly with the confirmation of a U.S. launch. This marks a significant step for Nothing as it enters the competitive flagship smartphone market.
A Premium Experience Awaits
The shift to a flagship model signifies Nothing’s ambition to compete with established premium smartphone brands. The higher price reflects the upgraded hardware, software, and overall user experience promised by the Nothing Phone 3. With its summer launch on the horizon, the tech world eagerly awaits the arrival of this new contender in the flagship arena.
