Nothing Phone 4a Series Surfaces on Geekbench: 12GB RAM and New Colors Tipped

The anticipation for Nothing’s next move in 2026 has reached a fever pitch. With the company confirming that there will be no “Phone (4)” flagship this year, all resources are being poured into the Nothing Phone 4a series. Fresh leaks from the Geekbench AI database and industry insiders have now revealed that this “budget” lineup might be far more powerful—and colorful—than anyone expected.

Geekbench Leak: 12GB RAM and Snapdragon Power

A device with the model number A069, widely believed to be the Nothing Phone 4a, recently appeared on Geekbench. The listing highlights a significant performance jump for Nothing’s mid-range segment.

• Processor: The device is powered by the Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 SoC (octa-core architecture with a peak clock speed of 2.71GHz).
• Memory: The tested unit features a massive 12GB of RAM, suggesting that Nothing is moving away from the standard 8GB limit for its base models.
• Software: Most surprisingly, the listing shows the phone running Android 16, making it one of the first devices prepared for Google’s next major OS update.

A “Rainbow” of New Colors

Nothing has always been known for its monochromatic Black and White aesthetic. However, a recent official teaser featuring a multi-colored “(a)” symbol has set the internet on fire. While classic Black and White (for 4a) and Black and Silver (for 4a Pro) are expected to be the mainstays, rumors suggest Nothing might launch limited editions or regional exclusives in:

• Vibrant Blue
• Sunset Yellow
• Soft Pink

Comparison: Phone 4a vs. Phone 4a Pro (Leaked)

Feature	Nothing Phone 4a (Expected)	Nothing Phone 4a Pro (Expected)
Chipset	Snapdragon 7s Gen 4	Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 (Optimized)
Display	6.7-inch 120Hz OLED	6.8-inch 144Hz AMOLED
RAM/Storage	Up to 12GB / 256GB	Up to 12GB / 512GB
Battery	5,000mAh	5,088mAh (Rated)
Charging	45W Fast Charging	50W Fast Charging + IP65 Rating

The Move to UFS 3.1: No More Speed Bottlenecks

One of the most critical upgrades confirmed by CEO Carl Pei is the switch to UFS 3.1 storage across the entire 2026 lineup. This is a major departure from the slower UFS 2.2 used in previous “a” series phones. This change ensures that even though the Phone 4a is a mid-range device, app opening speeds and system responsiveness will feel like a flagship.

Launch Timeline and India Pricing

The Nothing Phone 4a series is expected to make its global debut at MWC 2026 in early March.

• Expected Launch Date: March 5, 2026.
• India Pricing: Likely to start around ₹29,999 for the base variant, with the Pro model potentially crossing the ₹35,000 mark.

By combining high-end RAM configurations with a fresh, playful design, Nothing is clearly aiming to capture the young, tech-savvy audience that wants performance without the ₹70,000 price tag.