Nothing Phone (4b) Review in Short

• Nothing Phone (4b) starts at ₹34,999 in India.
• Design: Signature transparent back with the new Glyph Bar keeps the phone visually unique.
• Performance: Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 delivers smooth day-to-day usage, but rivals offer more powerful chipsets.
• Display: Bright 6.77-inch 120Hz Samsung AMOLED panel leaves a strong first impression.
• Software: Clean Nothing OS 4.1 experience remains one of the phone’s biggest strengths.
• Battery: Large 6,000mAh battery could be a key selling point for heavy users.
• Cameras: 50MP main camera with OIS looks promising, but image quality needs detailed testing.
• Charging: 33W fast charging feels modest compared to competitors in this price range.
• First Verdict: A stylish and refined mid-range smartphone, but its pricing makes the competition tougher than ever.

Nothing has expanded its smartphone lineup with the launch of the Nothing Phone (4b) in India. Priced from ₹34,999, the new handset introduces the company’s first ‘B’ series phone, slotting below its flagship lineup while retaining many of the signature design elements that have made Nothing stand out. After spending some time with the device, it feels like a phone that stays true to the brand’s identity, but also raises a few questions about value in an increasingly competitive segment.

Design Still Steals the Show

If there’s one thing Nothing consistently gets right, it’s design.

The Phone (4b) immediately feels familiar with its transparent back, exposed screws, and industrial styling. However, Nothing has simplified the lighting system this time. Instead of the larger Glyph Interface seen on premium models, the Phone (4b) gets a Glyph Bar featuring 45 mini LEDs.

It may not look as dramatic, but it still offers useful functions like notifications, timers, charging indicators, volume levels, recording alerts, and countdowns. These aren’t just visual gimmicks anymore—they’ve become part of the everyday experience of using a Nothing phone.

The Blue colour variant is likely to grab the most attention, while the White and Black options maintain the brand’s clean aesthetic. Despite housing a massive battery, the phone doesn’t feel excessively bulky, although its 210g weight is noticeable after extended use.

The Display Looks Vibrant

Nothing has equipped the Phone (4b) with a 6.77-inch Samsung Super AMOLED display that supports a 120Hz refresh rate.

The panel looked vibrant during our initial hands-on session, with punchy colours and good brightness indoors. The claimed 2,000 nits peak brightness should also help outdoors, though we’ll reserve final judgment until our full review.

Scrolling feels smooth, and Nothing OS animations remain fluid, giving the phone a polished feel despite sitting below the flagship lineup.

Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 Is a Safe Choice

Powering the device is Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 chipset paired with 8GB RAM and up to 256GB storage.

On paper, it’s a capable mid-range processor, but it’s also where the Phone (4b) faces stiff competition. Several rivals around this price already offer higher-tier Snapdragon 7-series or MediaTek Dimensity chips.

That said, Nothing’s software optimization has traditionally been one of its strengths. During our brief hands-on experience, app launches were quick, navigation felt responsive, and multitasking showed no obvious lag. Whether the chipset can consistently deliver under gaming and sustained workloads will become clear in our detailed review.

Nothing OS Continues to Shine

One of the biggest reasons to consider a Nothing phone remains the software.

The Phone (4b) ships with Nothing OS 4.1 based on Android 16, offering a clean interface without unnecessary bloatware. The monochrome design language, thoughtful widgets, and smooth animations continue to differentiate it from other Android skins.

Nothing is also promising three years of Android OS updates and six years of security patches, which should provide long-term software support for buyers.

Cameras Look Promising, but Need Testing

The Phone (4b) features a 50MP primary camera with OIS, paired with an 8MP ultrawide sensor, while selfies are handled by a 16MP front camera.

The camera app feels clean and responsive, and the optical image stabilization should help with low-light shots and video recording. The front camera also supports 4K video recording, which is a welcome addition at this price.

However, image quality, dynamic range, portrait performance, and low-light photography need proper testing before drawing conclusions.

Battery Could Be a Major Selling Point

One specification that immediately stands out is the 6,000mAh battery.

That’s significantly larger than what many competitors currently offer in this segment. Combined with the relatively efficient Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 chipset, the Phone (4b) has the potential to deliver excellent battery life.

Charging is limited to 33W wired fast charging, which feels conservative when several competing smartphones now offer much faster charging speeds. According to Nothing, a full charge takes around 80 minutes.

First Impressions: Stylish, Clean, but Competition Is Tough

The Nothing Phone (4b) doesn’t try to reinvent the smartphone. Instead, it refines what the company already does well.

The standout design, Glyph Bar, clean software experience, and large battery make a strong first impression. However, the Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 processor and 33W charging may leave some buyers wondering whether the hardware matches the asking price of ₹34,999.

For users who value software, design, and battery life over benchmark numbers, the Phone (4b) could still be an attractive option. But buyers focused on raw performance may find stronger alternatives in this price bracket.

Our full review will reveal whether Nothing’s software optimization, camera performance, and battery life justify the premium.