The Lite is noticeably cheaper. What was removed to reach that price?

Short answer

Phone (3a) - a 50 MP telephoto, a 32 MP front camera, 50 W and IP64, 12/256 GB. Phone (3a) Lite - the same display and battery, cheaper.

Key differences

SpecNothing Phone (3a)Nothing Phone (3a) Lite
ChipQualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Pro
Display6.77", AMOLED, 1080×2392, 120 Hz6.77", AMOLED, 1084×2392, 120 Hz
RAM / storage8/128 GB, 12/256 GB8/128 GB, 8/256 GB
Rear cameras50 MP + 8 MP + 50 MP50 MP + 8 MP + 2 MP
Front32 MP16 MP
Battery5000 mAh5000 mAh
Charging50 W33 W
ProtectionIP64IP54
Thickness / weight201 g199 g
Pricecurrent pricescurrent prices

Specs come from the device pages on Smartphone.ua.

Cameras

(3a): 50 + 8 + 50 MP (main, ultra-wide, telephoto) and a 32 MP front camera; Lite: 50 + 8 + 2 MP and a 16 MP front camera.

Chips

Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 and MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Pro.

What's the same

6.77" AMOLED, 120 Hz, 5000 mAh.

Verdict: who should buy which

  • Camera and charging - Phone (3a).
  • Price - Phone (3a) Lite.

FAQ

Is the battery the same?
Yes, 5000 mAh.

What charging does the Lite have?
33 W.

How much does the Lite cost?
See current prices on the device page.

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