The Nothing Phone (4b) has a long-lasting battery, Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 chip and a Glyph Bar

Meet the Nothing Phone (4b): Striking a Balance with Battery Life

Nothing has officially pulled the curtain back on the Nothing Phone (4b). Positioned as a middle ground between the Phone (4a) and the (3a) Lite, this device isn’t necessarily a massive leap forward, but it does claim the title of the longest-lasting battery ever seen on a Nothing handset.

Depending on where you live, the battery capacity changes. Global models ship with a 5,200mAh pack—capable of powering 22 hours of non-stop video streaming—while the Indian market receives an even more generous 6,000mAh variant. Both versions support 33W wired charging and 7.5W reverse wireless charging.

Performance and Positioning

Under the hood, the (4b) is powered by the Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 chipset. It’s an interesting placement; it’s faster than the (3a) Lite’s Dimensity 7300 Pro but sits just behind the Phone (4a) and its Snapdragon 7s Gen 4. For those keeping an eye on their wallet, the (4b) is launching at €330/£300/₹35,000, sliding perfectly into that mid-range sweet spot.

Display and Design

The device sports a 6.77-inch OLED panel. While it shares some DNA with the (3a) Lite, it boasts a sharp 1080p+ resolution, a smooth 120Hz refresh rate, and a peak brightness of 2,000 nits. It’s protected by Dragontrail Pro Glass, giving it a decent layer of defense against daily mishaps. Aesthetics-wise, Nothing has kept the signature Glyph Bar on the back, featuring four white LEDs and one red one—all of which are fully customizable in Nothing OS to act as timers or status lights.

Camera and Connectivity

For photography, you’re looking at a 50MP main sensor with OIS and an 8MP ultra-wide lens. It’s a solid setup for the price, capable of 4K recording at 30fps. Connectivity-wise, the (4b) is well-equipped with Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 6.0, though users should note there’s no 3.5mm headphone jack. While officially rated at IP64 for splash resistance, internal testing suggests the phone is quite resilient, having survived short periods of submersion in testing environments.

Software and Support

The phone arrives running Nothing OS 4.1, built on top of Android 16. Longevity is a key theme here, as Nothing has promised 3 years of OS updates and a generous 6 years of security patches, ensuring the device remains relevant and secure for the long haul.

The Nothing Phone (4b) is available for pre-order now in White, Black, and Blue, with storage configurations varying by region.