Nothing phone 2a Won't Be Coming With Dimensity 7200 Chipset, Confirms CEO Carl Pei

New rumors circulate about a custom-made MediaTek chip for the Nothing phone 2a, potentially named "Dimensity 7200 Ultra."

Nothing phone 2a

Nothing is gearing up for the launch of its third smartphone, the phone 2a, scheduled to debut in the indian market on march 5, after its showcase at the mobile World congress (MWC) 2024. Amid the substantial anticipation surrounding Nothing's devices, CEO Carl Pei has been fueling curiosity through teasers. In a recent revelation, Pei confirmed that the phone 2a will be produced in India. Contrary to earlier rumors, a leak debunked the speculation that the upcoming Nothing phone 2a will not be equipped with the MediaTek Dimensity 7200 chip.

Nothing CEO Carl Pei shared a video on X (formerly known as Twitter). While sharing the video, in the caption, he wrote, "SPOILER ALERT! Not the Dimensity 7200."

While initial speculations pointed towards the MediaTek Dimensity 7200 chipset for the Nothing phone (2a), recent developments suggest otherwise. However, the official details will soon be disclosed. In a post teasing the processor of the Nothing 2a, Pei announced that the revelation would take place today at 10 am in London, translating to 5 am EST and 2 am PST for the US audience, or 3:30 pm india time.

As for potential chipsets, new rumors circulate about a custom-made MediaTek chip for the phone 2a, potentially named "Dimensity 7200 Ultra." Another possibility is the introduction of the Snapdragon 7 Plus Gen 2, a chipset commonly seen in smartphones within the Rs 40,000 range.

Nothing phone (2a) Expected Specifications

This device is expected to hit the market with a 6.7-inch OLED display, dual-camera setup, 8GB RAM, and 128GB internal storage. It will be operating on Nothing OS 2.5 based on Android 14 and will showcase the brand's hallmark transparent back design, albeit with potential variations in detailing.

The phone will feature a horizontally data-aligned dual-camera module on the rear, comprising a 50-megapixel primary sensor, accompanied by a 32-megapixel front-facing camera for selfies. With a refresh rate of 120Hz, the device promises an immersive viewing experience. The phone is rumored to boast a battery capacity ranging between 4,500mAh to 4,800mAh. If we talk about software, the phone (2a) is anticipated to run on Nothing OS 2.5, built on the foundation of Android 14. Nothing phone (2a) is expected to receive software updates for up to three years after its launch, ensuring longevity and security for users.