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Phone (3a) Lite
6.77″ · Flexible AMOLED · 120 Hz · MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Pro 5G
128 GB · 8 GB RAM · White · UK 6974434227033Full product profile
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Real specs. Clear sources.Exact variants · Checked 28 Sept 2026Nothing Phone (3a) Lite vs Apple iPhone Air
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WHO EACH ONE SUITS
Choose the Phone (3a) Lite if…
- you want the larger 6.77″ screen Source: Nothing UK Phone (3a) Lite: selected configuration and complete specifications (opens in a new tab)
Choose the iPhone Air if…
- you want a lighter phone: 165 g vs 199 g Source: Apple UK — iPhone Air technical specifications (opens in a new tab)
- you want a thinner body: 5.64 vs 8.3 mm Source: Apple UK — iPhone Air technical specifications (opens in a new tab)
- you prefer the smaller 6.5″ screen Source: Apple UK — iPhone Air technical specifications (opens in a new tab)
Light GoldListed configurations: Phone (3a) Lite 128 GB, iPhone Air 256 GB. Storage is a tier you choose, not a difference between the models; no matching tier is listed for both yet.
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THE DIFFERENCES, MADE VISIBLE
Visual facts
Differences first. Select a topic for its graphic, sources and conditions.
How to read this comparison
How to read this comparison
- Manufacturer facts for the exact models shown. Not a quality rating or a test result.
- “Different” means the known values differ, not that one is better.
- Missing or conflicting evidence is marked and never counts as a difference. Source chips hold each fact’s sources and conditions.
Not verified for either phone, so not charted: Native zoom. Missing evidence is not a difference.
SPECIFICATIONS SIDE BY SIDE6 topics
SELECTED TOPIC
01 / 06
Chipset
A different chip or core configuration is a hardware change, not a measured performance uplift.
Phone (3a) Lite
0.27″ larger diagonal.
Bigger is a preference, not a quality score.
- Phone (3a) Lite
- 6.77″
- iPhone Air
- 6.5″
Relative diagonals · illustrative shape, not actual size
DATA INCOMPLETE
Camera details matter.
Dedicated telephoto reach. No digital or crop zoom.
- Phone (3a) Lite
- Not verified
- iPhone Air
- Not verified
Lens illustration · not an image-quality test
DATA INCOMPLETE
Playback on paper.
Up-to claims. Different test methods; no endurance winner.
- Phone (3a) Lite
- Not verified
- iPhone Air
- Up to 27h
Arcs on a shared 0–40 h scale · not mixed-use battery life
WHAT CHANGES BETWEEN THEM?
Full specifications ↓Key differences
10 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. 2 are also drawn in Visual facts above. 1 manufacturer description restating separately listed fields is grouped below. Missing information stays separate.
Chipset
In Visual factsPhone (3a) LiteMediaTek Dimensity 7300 Pro 5G
iPhone AirA19 Pro chip 6-core CPU with 2 performance and 4 efficiency cores 5-core GPU with Neural Accelerators 16-core Neural Engine Hardware-accelerated ray tracing
Sources
Different hardware. A chip name or generation does not quantify real-world performance.
Update policy
Phone (3a) Lite3 years of Android updates and 6 years of security patches
iPhone AirNo fixed update duration is listed in this manufacturer technical source.
Sources
Phone (3a) Lite
Nothing does not say when the update period starts for this model.
Nothing UK Phone (3a) Lite: selected configuration and complete specificationsiPhone Air
No support years or promised major-version count are inferred. The installed operating system is listed separately.
Apple UK — iPhone Air technical specificationsDistinguish Android upgrades from security coverage. A total term from launch is not the support remaining from today or from purchase.
Display resolution
Phone (3a) Lite1084 x 2392 (387 PPI)
iPhone Air2736 × 1260
Sources
Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Screen size
Phone (3a) Lite6.77 in
iPhone Air6.5 in
Sources
iPhone Air
Manufacturer marketed diagonal; rounded corners and actual viewable area are described in the complete display specification.
Apple UK — iPhone Air technical specificationsCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Thickness
Phone (3a) Lite8.3 mm
iPhone Air5.64 mm
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Weight
In Visual factsPhone (3a) Lite199 g
iPhone Air165 g
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Show 4 more verified differences
Camera system
Phone (3a) LiteMain: 50 MP (f/1.88); Ultra-wide: 8 MP (f/2.2); Macro: 2 MP (f/2.4); Front: 16 MP (f/2.45); Video: up to 4K at 30 fps
iPhone Air48MP Fusion camera system 48MP Fusion Main: 26mm, ƒ/1.6 aperture, sensor-shift optical image stabilisation, 100% Focus Pixels, support for super-high-resolution photos (24MP and 48MP) Also enables 12MP optical-quality 2x Telephoto: 52mm, ƒ/1.6 aperture, sensor-shift optical image stabilisation, 100% Focus Pixels Digital zoom up to 10x Customisable default lens (Fusion Main) Sapphire crystal lens cover True Tone flash Photonic Engine Deep Fusion Smart HDR 5 Next-generation portraits with Focus and Depth Control Portrait Lighting with six effects Night mode Panorama (up to 63MP) Latest-generation Photographic Styles Wide colour capture for photos and Live Photos Advanced red-eye correction Auto image stabilisation Burst mode Photo geotagging Image formats captured: HEIF and JPEG
Sources
Phone (3a) Lite
No OIS is listed; the main camera and video list EIS. Details: main 24 mm, 1/1.57" sensor, EIS, phase-detection autofocus; ultra-wide 15 mm, 1/4" sensor, 119.5° field of view; front 24 mm, 1/3" sensor. Video: 4K at 30 fps, 1080p at 30 or 60 fps, slow motion at 120 fps, 4K or 1080p time-lapse, EIS stabilisation. TrueLens Engine 4 modes: Ultra XDR, Auto Tone, Portrait Optimiser, Motion Photo, Night, Macro.
Nothing UK Phone (3a) Lite: selected configuration and complete specificationsCompare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Display specification
Phone (3a) Lite6.77-inch flexible AMOLED; 2392 × 1084; up to 120 Hz; 3000 nits peak
iPhone AirSuper Retina XDR display 6.5-inch (diagonal) all-screen OLED display 2736x1260-pixel resolution at 460 ppi Dynamic Island Always-On display ProMotion technology with adaptive refresh rates up to 120Hz HDR display True Tone Wide colour (P3) Haptic Touch 2,000,000:1 contrast ratio (typical) 1,000 nits max brightness (typical); 1,600 nits peak brightness (HDR); 3,000 nits peak brightness (outdoor); 1 nit minimum brightness Fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating Anti-reflective coating Support for display of multiple languages and characters simultaneously The iPhone Air display has rounded corners that follow a beautiful curved design, and these corners are within a standard rectangle. When measured as a standard rectangular shape, the screen is 6.55 inches diagonally (actual viewable area is less).
Sources
Phone (3a) Lite
Full published display specification: 6.77-inch flexible AMOLED; 1084 x 2392 (387 PPI); Panda glass; 10-bit colour (1.07 billion colours); 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio; Brightness: 3000 nits peak, 1300 nits outdoor, 800 nits typical; 120 Hz adaptive refresh rate; 1000 Hz touch sampling rate; 2160 Hz PWM frequency.
Nothing UK Phone (3a) Lite: selected configuration and complete specificationsCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Battery and charging
Phone (3a) Lite5000 mAh; 33 W wired, 5 W reverse wired
iPhone AirVideo playback Up to 27 hours Video playback with iPhone Air MagSafe Battery Up to 40 hours Video playback (streamed) Up to 22 hours Video playback (streamed) with iPhone Air MagSafe Battery Up to 35 hours Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery Fast-charge capable: Up to 50% charge in 30 minutes with 20W adapter or higher (available separately) paired with USB-C charging cable, or 30W adapter or higher paired with MagSafe Charger (both available separately)
Sources
Phone (3a) Lite
Full published battery specification: 5000 mAh; 33 W wired charging; 5 W reverse wired charging; 50% charge in 20 minutes; full charge in 1 hour.
Nothing UK Phone (3a) Lite: selected configuration and complete specificationsiPhone Air
All battery claims depend on network configuration and many other factors; actual results will vary. Battery has limited recharge cycles and may eventually need to be replaced. Battery life and charge cycles vary by use and settings. See apple.com/uk/batteries and apple.com/uk/iphone/battery.html for more information. iPhone Air MagSafe Battery sold separately. Testing conducted by Apple in January 2025 using pre‑production iPhone Air units and software, and USB‑C Charge Cable with Apple 20W USB‑C Power Adapter (Model A2305). Fast‑charge testing conducted with drained iPhone units. Times measured from the appearance of the Apple logo as the unit started up. Charge time varies with settings and environmental factors; actual results will vary.
Apple UK — iPhone Air technical specificationsManufacturer claims for the stated mode and equipment. Read each test condition; this is not measured everyday battery life.
Front camera
Phone (3a) Lite16 MP
iPhone Air18MP Center Stage camera ƒ/1.9 aperture Autofocus with Focus Pixels Retina Flash Tap to zoom and rotate Centre Stage for photos Ultra-stabilised video Dual Capture Centre Stage for video calls Photonic Engine Deep Fusion Smart HDR 5 Next-generation portraits with Focus and Depth Control Portrait Lighting with six effects Animoji and Memoji Night mode Latest-generation Photographic Styles Wide colour capture for photos and Live Photos Lens correction Auto image stabilisation Burst mode 4K Dolby Vision video recording at 24 fps, 25 fps, 30 fps or 60 fps 1080p Dolby Vision video recording at 25 fps, 30 fps or 60 fps Slo-mo video support for 1080p at 120 fps Time-lapse video with stabilisation Night mode Time-lapse QuickTake video up to 4K Dolby Vision at 60 fps Cinematic video stabilisation (4K, 1080p and 720p) Spatial Audio and stereo recording Wind noise reduction Audio Mix
Sources
Compare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Manufacturer wording of separate fields (1)
Combined manufacturer descriptions whose values are listed as separate differences. Kept here so every verified difference stays in one list.
Dimensions
Phone (3a) Lite164 × 78 × 8.3 mm (height × width × depth)
iPhone AirWidth: 74.7 mm; Height: 156.2 mm; Depth: 5.64 mm
Sources
iPhone Air
Exact selected UK model; axis labels retained.
Apple UK — iPhone Air technical specificationsA size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Small physical differences (2)
Height
Phone (3a) Lite164 mm
iPhone Air156.2 mm
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Width
In Visual factsPhone (3a) Lite78 mm
iPhone Air74.7 mm
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Configuration & compatibility details (3)
Storage
Phone (3a) Lite128 GB
iPhone Air256 GB
Sources
A configuration choice: the storage tier of each exact variant compared. Most models are sold in several tiers, so this is not a difference between the models.
RAM and storage configuration
Phone (3a) Lite8 GB RAM; 128 GB storage
iPhone Air256 GB storage; RAM capacity is not listed by the manufacturer.
Sources
A configuration choice: the storage tier of each exact variant compared. Most models are sold in several tiers, so this is not a difference between the models.
Regional SIM / network configuration
Phone (3a) LiteDual nano-SIM; no eSIM; 5G; Wi-Fi 6; Bluetooth 5.4; NFC
iPhone AirUK A3517; Dual eSIM (two active eSIMs; stores eight or more eSIMs) iPhone Air uses advanced eSIM technology for more convenience and security (not compatible with physical SIM cards). Learn more about eSIM Learn more about travelling with eSIM; Model A3517 * FDD-5G NR (Bands n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n26, n28, n30, n66, n70, n75) TDD-5G NR (Bands n38, n40, n41, n48, n53, n77, n78, n79) FDD-LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 66) TDD-LTE (Bands 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53) UMTS/HSPA+ (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz) GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) Apple C1X cellular modem 5G (sub-6GHz) with 4x4 MIMO Gigabit LTE with 4x4 MIMO Apple N1 wireless networking chip Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with 2x2 MIMO Bluetooth 6 Thread networking technology Apple second-generation Ultra Wideband chip NFC with reader mode Express Cards with Power Reserve
Sources
Phone (3a) Lite
UK model connectivity: SIM: dual SIM, Nano-SIM (4FF); eSIM: Japan only; Gigabit LTE: Advanced; Gigabit 5G: dual mode (NSA and SA); 5G NR bands: n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n28, n38, n40, n41, n66, n71, n77, n78; 4G LTE bands: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 42, 48, 66, 71; 3G UMTS (WCDMA): B1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 8, 19; 2G GSM: 850/900/DCS/PCS; Wi-Fi: 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, 2.4/5 GHz dual-band, MU-MIMO, Wi-Fi Direct, Advanced Hotspot; Bluetooth 5.4; NFC: yes (excluding India), with Google Pay support; Location: GPS (L1), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1I), Galileo (E1), QZSS (L1). Check carrier support if you plan to use it outside the UK.
Nothing UK Phone (3a) Lite: selected configuration and complete specificationsiPhone Air
* To identify your iPhone model number, see support.apple.com/en-gb/108044 . For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular . Mobile data technology support is based on iPhone model number and configuration for GSM networks. Data plan required. 5G, Gigabit LTE, VoLTE and Wi‑Fi calling are available in selected markets and through selected network providers. Speeds are based on theoretical throughput and vary based on site conditions and network. For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular . Wi‑Fi 7 available in countries and regions where supported. Ultra Wideband availability varies by region.
Apple UK — iPhone Air technical specificationsThese descriptions or measurements differ. Wording alone does not establish a different capability; check the exact configuration.
Missing or non-comparable evidence (96)
Main camera optical stabilisation
Phone (3a) LiteNot verified
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
Phone (3a) Lite
Only electronic stabilisation (EIS) is listed for the main camera. The manufacturer does not say whether it has optical stabilisation.
Nothing UK Phone (3a) Lite: selected configuration and complete specificationsiPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear camera optical stabilisation
Phone (3a) LiteNot verified
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
Phone (3a) Lite
Only electronic stabilisation (EIS) is listed. The manufacturer does not say whether the rear cameras have optical stabilisation.
Nothing UK Phone (3a) Lite: selected configuration and complete specificationsiPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear camera autofocus
Phone (3a) LiteYes
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
Phone (3a) Lite
Stated for the 50 MP main camera; not stated for the ultra-wide or macro.
Nothing UK Phone (3a) Lite: selected configuration and complete specificationsiPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front camera autofocus
Phone (3a) LiteNot verified
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
Phone (3a) Lite
Front camera block lists resolution, focal length, aperture and sensor only.
Nothing UK Phone (3a) Lite: selected configuration and complete specificationsiPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front camera optical stabilisation
Phone (3a) LiteNot verified
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
Phone (3a) Lite
The manufacturer does not say whether the front camera has optical stabilisation.
Nothing UK Phone (3a) Lite: selected configuration and complete specificationsiPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Claimed video playback
Phone (3a) LiteNot verified
iPhone Air27 hours
Sources
Phone (3a) Lite
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
iPhone Air
Manufacturer up-to claim, not measured mixed-use battery life. All battery claims depend on network configuration and many other factors; actual results will vary. Battery has limited recharge cycles and may eventually need to be replaced. Battery life and charge cycles vary by use and settings. See apple.com/uk/batteries and apple.com/uk/iphone/battery.html for more information. iPhone Air MagSafe Battery sold separately. Testing conducted by Apple in January 2025 using pre‑production iPhone Air units and software, and USB‑C Charge Cable with Apple 20W USB‑C Power Adapter (Model A2305). Fast‑charge testing conducted with drained iPhone units. Times measured from the appearance of the Apple logo as the unit started up. Charge time varies with settings and environmental factors; actual results will vary.
Apple UK — iPhone Air technical specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
UK battery capacity
Phone (3a) Lite5000 mAh
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
Phone (3a) Lite
Capacity row on the UK product page. No regional battery variant is listed.
Nothing UK Phone (3a) Lite: selected configuration and complete specificationsiPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wired charging power
Phone (3a) Lite33 W
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Claimed charge time to 50%
Phone (3a) Lite20 minutes
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
Phone (3a) Lite
Manufacturer conditions apply; adapters are separate unless the box contents say otherwise.
Nothing UK Phone (3a) Lite: selected configuration and complete specificationsiPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Adaptive refresh rate
Phone (3a) Lite120 Hz
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
RAM
Phone (3a) Lite8 GB
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
Not listed for this exact UK configuration by the cited manufacturer specifications.
Apple UK — iPhone Air technical specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Memory card support
Phone (3a) LiteYes
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
Phone (3a) Lite
Storage row: "(expandable up to 2 TB)". The card type is not named.
Nothing UK Phone (3a) Lite: selected configuration and complete specificationsiPhone Air
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
UK model wireless capabilities
Phone (3a) LiteNot verified
iPhone AirModel A3517 * FDD-5G NR (Bands n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n26, n28, n30, n66, n70, n75) TDD-5G NR (Bands n38, n40, n41, n48, n53, n77, n78, n79) FDD-LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 66) TDD-LTE (Bands 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53) UMTS/HSPA+ (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz) GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) Apple C1X cellular modem 5G (sub-6GHz) with 4x4 MIMO Gigabit LTE with 4x4 MIMO Apple N1 wireless networking chip Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with 2x2 MIMO Bluetooth 6 Thread networking technology Apple second-generation Ultra Wideband chip NFC with reader mode Express Cards with Power Reserve
Sources
Phone (3a) Lite
No source recorded for this side.
iPhone Air
* To identify your iPhone model number, see support.apple.com/en-gb/108044 . For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular . Mobile data technology support is based on iPhone model number and configuration for GSM networks. Data plan required. 5G, Gigabit LTE, VoLTE and Wi‑Fi calling are available in selected markets and through selected network providers. Speeds are based on theoretical throughput and vary based on site conditions and network. For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular . Wi‑Fi 7 available in countries and regions where supported. Ultra Wideband availability varies by region.
Apple UK — iPhone Air technical specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published security support term
Phone (3a) Lite6 years
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
Phone (3a) Lite
Security-patch term as listed; the page does not state its start point. The Android version-update term (3 years) is stated separately.
Nothing UK Phone (3a) Lite: selected configuration and complete specificationsiPhone Air
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Manufacturer operating system
Phone (3a) LiteNot verified
iPhone AiriOS 26
Sources
Phone (3a) Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Connector capabilities
Phone (3a) LiteNot verified
iPhone AirUSB-C connector with support for: Charging USB 2 (up to 480Mb/s)
Sources
Phone (3a) Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
eSIM only
Phone (3a) LiteNo
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Glyph interface
Phone (3a) LiteGlyph Light
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
Phone (3a) Lite
Single rear notification light: flashes for selected contacts/apps and counts down the camera timer.
Nothing UK Phone (3a) Lite: selected configuration and complete specificationsiPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Headphone jack
Phone (3a) LiteNot verified
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
Phone (3a) Lite
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
iPhone Air
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Ingress protection rating
Phone (3a) LiteIP54
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Native telephoto reach
Phone (3a) LiteNot verified
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
Phone (3a) Lite
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
iPhone Air
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published operating system
Phone (3a) LiteNothing OS 3.5 powered by Android 15
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
Phone (3a) Lite
Operating system at launch as listed. The update term is in the Update policy field.
Nothing UK Phone (3a) Lite: selected configuration and complete specificationsiPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Optical-quality zoom
Phone (3a) LiteNot verified
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
Phone (3a) Lite
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
iPhone Air
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Dedicated optical telephoto reach
Phone (3a) LiteNot verified
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
Phone (3a) Lite
The rear cameras are main, ultra-wide and macro; no optical zoom figure is stated.
Nothing UK Phone (3a) Lite: selected configuration and complete specificationsiPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Panel technology
Phone (3a) LiteFlexible AMOLED
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Claimed peak brightness
Phone (3a) Lite3000 nits
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
Phone (3a) Lite
Manufacturer peak brightness; not sustained full-screen brightness or an independent measurement.
Nothing UK Phone (3a) Lite: selected configuration and complete specificationsiPhone Air
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Pixel density
Phone (3a) Lite387 ppi
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Pixel density
Phone (3a) Lite387 ppi
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear camera modules
Phone (3a) Lite3
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
Phone (3a) Lite
50 MP main, 8 MP ultra-wide and 2 MP macro.
Nothing UK Phone (3a) Lite: selected configuration and complete specificationsiPhone Air
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Reverse wireless charging
Phone (3a) LiteNot verified
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
Phone (3a) Lite
Reverse wired charging is a separate feature from reverse wireless charging.
Nothing UK Phone (3a) Lite: selected configuration and complete specificationsiPhone Air
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Manufacturer-listed sensors
Phone (3a) LiteNot verified
iPhone AirFace ID Barometer High dynamic range gyro High-g accelerometer Proximity sensor Dual ambient light sensors
Sources
Phone (3a) Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Brightness — Outdoor brightness
Phone (3a) Lite1300 nits
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Brightness — Peak brightness
Phone (3a) Lite3000 nits
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Brightness — Typical brightness
Phone (3a) Lite800 nits
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Capacity
Phone (3a) Lite5,000 mAh
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Charging speed — 100% charge time
Phone (3a) Lite1 hour
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Charging speed — 50% charge time
Phone (3a) Lite20 minutes
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Charging speed — Charging speed
Phone (3a) Lite33 W
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Charging speed — Reverse wired charging
Phone (3a) Lite5 W
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Colour depth
Phone (3a) Lite10-bit
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Colours
Phone (3a) Lite1.07 billion
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Contrast ratio
Phone (3a) Lite1,000,000:1
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Display technology
Phone (3a) LiteFlexible AMOLED
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front camera — Aperture
Phone (3a) Litef/2.45
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front camera — Focal length
Phone (3a) Lite24 mm
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front camera — Resolution
Phone (3a) Lite16 MP
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front camera — Sensor
Phone (3a) Lite1/3"
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Macro — Aperture
Phone (3a) LiteF/2.4
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Macro — Resolution
Phone (3a) Lite2 MP
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Main camera — Aperture
Phone (3a) LiteF/1.88
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Main camera — Features
Phone (3a) LiteEIS
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Main camera — Focal length
Phone (3a) Lite24 mm
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Main camera — Phase Detection
Phone (3a) LiteAutofocus
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Main camera — Resolution
Phone (3a) Lite50 MP
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Main camera — Sensor
Phone (3a) Lite1/1.57"
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Pro 5G — Clock speed
Phone (3a) LiteUp to 2.5 GHz
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Pro 5G — Core count
Phone (3a) Lite8-core
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Pro 5G — Technology
Phone (3a) Lite4 nm TSMC process (N4)
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Refresh — Adaptive refresh rate
Phone (3a) Lite120 Hz
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Refresh — PWM frequency
Phone (3a) Lite2160 Hz
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Refresh — Touch sampling rate
Phone (3a) Lite1000 Hz
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Resolution
Phone (3a) Lite1084 x 2392 (387 PPI)
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Screen material
Phone (3a) LitePanda glass
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
SIM — 2G GSM
Phone (3a) Lite850 / 900 / DCS / PCS
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
SIM — 3G UMTS (WCDMA) bands
Phone (3a) LiteUMTS B1 / 2 / 4 / 5 / 6 / 8 / 19
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
SIM — 4G LTE bands
Phone (3a) Lite1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 7 / 8 / 12 / 17 / 18 / 19 / 20 / 26 / 28 / 38 / 40 / 41 / 42 / 48 / 66 / 71
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
SIM — 5G NR band
Phone (3a) Liten1 / n2 / n3 / n5 / n7 / n8 / n12 / n20 / n28 / n38 / n40 / n41 / n66 / n71 / n77 / n78
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
SIM — Dual SIM
Phone (3a) LiteYes
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
SIM — e-SIM
Phone (3a) LiteJapan only
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
SIM — Gigabit 5G
Phone (3a) LiteDual Mode (NSA & SA)
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
SIM — Gigabit LTE
Phone (3a) LiteAdvanced
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
SIM — SIM size
Phone (3a) LiteNano-SIM (4FF)
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Size
Phone (3a) Lite6.77"
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Ultra-wide — Aperture
Phone (3a) LiteF/2.2
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Ultra-wide — Focal length
Phone (3a) Lite15 mm
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Ultra-wide — FOV
Phone (3a) Lite119.5°
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Ultra-wide — Resolution
Phone (3a) Lite8 MP
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Ultra-wide — Sensor
Phone (3a) Lite1/4"
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Video recording — 1080p recording
Phone (3a) Lite30 or 60 FPS
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Video recording — 4K recording
Phone (3a) Lite30 FPS
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Video recording — Features
Phone (3a) LiteEIS image stabilisation
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Video recording — Slo-mo
Phone (3a) Lite120 FPS
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Video recording — Time Lapse
Phone (3a) Lite4K or 1080p
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wi-Fi — Bluetooth
Phone (3a) LiteBluetooth 5.4
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wi-Fi — GPS
Phone (3a) LiteGPS (L1)
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wi-Fi — GPS
Phone (3a) LiteGLONASS (G1)
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wi-Fi — GPS
Phone (3a) LiteBDS (B1I)
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wi-Fi — GPS
Phone (3a) LiteGALILEO (E1)
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wi-Fi — GPS
Phone (3a) LiteQZSS (L1)
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wi-Fi — NFC
Phone (3a) LiteYes (excludes India)
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wi-Fi — NFC
Phone (3a) LiteSupporting Google Pay
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wi-Fi — Wi-Fi
Phone (3a) Lite802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, 2.4G/5G dual-band, MU-MIMO
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wi-Fi — Wi-Fi type
Phone (3a) LiteWi-Fi Direct, Advanced Hotspot
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Promised update duration
Phone (3a) LiteNot verified
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
Phone (3a) Lite
No source recorded for this side.
iPhone Air
Not listed for this exact UK configuration by the cited manufacturer specifications.
Apple UK — iPhone Air technical specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
8K video recording
Phone (3a) LiteNot verified
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
Phone (3a) Lite
Video is listed up to 4K 30 fps, plus 1080p modes; 8K recording is not mentioned.
Nothing UK Phone (3a) Lite: selected configuration and complete specificationsiPhone Air
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wireless charging
Phone (3a) LiteNot verified
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
Phone (3a) Lite
Not stated by the manufacturer.
Nothing UK Phone (3a) Lite: selected configuration and complete specificationsiPhone Air
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
1 shared field has the same recorded value.
COMPARE THE DETAILS
Full specifications
All specs115 specificationsPhone (3a) LiteiPhone Air
Phone (3a) LiteiPhone AirWeightDiffers
Sources
199g
165g
Manufacturer device mass
WidthDiffers
Sources
78mm
74.7mm
Manufacturer width
ThicknessDiffers
Sources
8.3mm
5.64mm
Manufacturer thickness
Manufacturer device dimensionsDiffers
Sources
164 × 78 × 8.3 mm (height × width × depth)
Width: 74.7 mm; Height: 156.2 mm; Depth: 5.64 mmExact selected UK model; axis labels retained.
Manufacturer heightDiffers
Sources
164 mm
156.2 mm
Manufacturer finishDiffers
Sources
White
Light Gold
Manufacturer physical format
Sources
slab
slab
Colour depth
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
10-bit
Not verified
Colours
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
1.07 billion
Not verified
Screen sizeDiffers
Sources
6.77″
6.5″
Manufacturer marketed display diagonal · Manufacturer marketed diagonal; rounded corners and actual viewable area are described in the complete display specification.
Published peak brightnessManufacturer peak claims use different test conditions.
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
3000 nitsClaimed peak brightness · Manufacturer peak brightness; not sustained full-screen brightness or an independent measurement.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Pixel density
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
387 ppi
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Maximum refresh rate
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
120HzAdaptive refresh rate
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Manufacturer display specificationDiffers
Sources
6.77-inch flexible AMOLED; 2392 × 1084; up to 120 Hz; 3000 nits peakFull published display specification: 6.77-inch flexible AMOLED; 1084 x 2392 (387 PPI); Panda glass; 10-bit colour (1.07 billion colours); 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio; Brightness: 3000 nits peak, 1300 nits outdoor, 800 nits typical; 120 Hz adaptive refresh rate; 1000 Hz touch sampling rate; 2160 Hz PWM frequency.
Super Retina XDR display 6.5-inch (diagonal) all-screen OLED display 2736x1260-pixel resolution at 460 ppi Dynamic Island Always-On display ProMotion technology with adaptive refresh rates up to 120Hz HDR display True Tone Wide colour (P3) Haptic Touch 2,000,000:1 contrast ratio (typical) 1,000 nits max brightness (typical); 1,600 nits peak brightness (HDR); 3,000 nits peak brightness (outdoor); 1 nit minimum brightness Fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating Anti-reflective coating Support for display of multiple languages and characters simultaneously The iPhone Air display has rounded corners that follow a beautiful curved design, and these corners are within a standard rectangle. When measured as a standard rectangular shape, the screen is 6.55 inches diagonally (actual viewable area is less).
Native display resolutionDiffers
Sources
1084 x 2392 (387 PPI)
2736 × 1260
Pixel density
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
387 ppi
Not verified
Display technology
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Flexible AMOLED
Not verified
Brightness — Peak brightness
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
3000 nits
Not verified
Brightness — Outdoor brightness
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
1300 nits
Not verified
Brightness — Typical brightness
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
800 nits
Not verified
Rear camera modules
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
350 MP main, 8 MP ultra-wide and 2 MP macro.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Rear camera systemDiffers
Sources
Main: 50 MP (f/1.88); Ultra-wide: 8 MP (f/2.2); Macro: 2 MP (f/2.4); Front: 16 MP (f/2.45); Video: up to 4K at 30 fpsNo OIS is listed; the main camera and video list EIS. Details: main 24 mm, 1/1.57" sensor, EIS, phase-detection autofocus; ultra-wide 15 mm, 1/4" sensor, 119.5° field of view; front 24 mm, 1/3" sensor. Video: 4K at 30 fps, 1080p at 30 or 60 fps, slow motion at 120 fps, 4K or 1080p time-lapse, EIS stabilisation. TrueLens Engine 4 modes: Ultra XDR, Auto Tone, Portrait Optimiser, Motion Photo, Night, Macro.
48MP Fusion camera system 48MP Fusion Main: 26mm, ƒ/1.6 aperture, sensor-shift optical image stabilisation, 100% Focus Pixels, support for super-high-resolution photos (24MP and 48MP) Also enables 12MP optical-quality 2x Telephoto: 52mm, ƒ/1.6 aperture, sensor-shift optical image stabilisation, 100% Focus Pixels Digital zoom up to 10x Customisable default lens (Fusion Main) Sapphire crystal lens cover True Tone flash Photonic Engine Deep Fusion Smart HDR 5 Next-generation portraits with Focus and Depth Control Portrait Lighting with six effects Night mode Panorama (up to 63MP) Latest-generation Photographic Styles Wide colour capture for photos and Live Photos Advanced red-eye correction Auto image stabilisation Burst mode Photo geotagging Image formats captured: HEIF and JPEG
Front camera specificationDiffers
Sources
16 MP
18MP Center Stage camera ƒ/1.9 aperture Autofocus with Focus Pixels Retina Flash Tap to zoom and rotate Centre Stage for photos Ultra-stabilised video Dual Capture Centre Stage for video calls Photonic Engine Deep Fusion Smart HDR 5 Next-generation portraits with Focus and Depth Control Portrait Lighting with six effects Animoji and Memoji Night mode Latest-generation Photographic Styles Wide colour capture for photos and Live Photos Lens correction Auto image stabilisation Burst mode 4K Dolby Vision video recording at 24 fps, 25 fps, 30 fps or 60 fps 1080p Dolby Vision video recording at 25 fps, 30 fps or 60 fps Slo-mo video support for 1080p at 120 fps Time-lapse video with stabilisation Night mode Time-lapse QuickTake video up to 4K Dolby Vision at 60 fps Cinematic video stabilisation (4K, 1080p and 720p) Spatial Audio and stereo recording Wind noise reduction Audio Mix
Main camera — Resolution
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
50 MP
Not verified
Main camera — Focal length
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
24 mm
Not verified
Main camera — Aperture
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
F/1.88
Not verified
Main camera — Sensor
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
1/1.57"
Not verified
Main camera — Features
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
EIS
Not verified
Main camera — Phase Detection
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Autofocus
Not verified
Front camera — Resolution
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
16 MP
Not verified
Front camera — Focal length
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
24 mm
Not verified
Front camera — Aperture
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
f/2.45
Not verified
Front camera — Sensor
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
1/3"
Not verified
Rear camera autofocus
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
YesStated for the 50 MP main camera; not stated for the ultra-wide or macro.
Not verified
Claimed video playbackUp-to manufacturer claims. Playback protocols differ.
Sources
Phone (3a) LiteNo source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
27 hoursUp-to local video playback · Manufacturer up-to claim, not measured mixed-use battery life. All battery claims depend on network configuration and many other factors; actual results will vary. Battery has limited recharge cycles and may eventually need to be replaced. Battery life and charge cycles vary by use and settings. See apple.com/uk/batteries and apple.com/uk/iphone/battery.html for more information. iPhone Air MagSafe Battery sold separately. Testing conducted by Apple in January 2025 using pre‑production iPhone Air units and software, and USB‑C Charge Cable with Apple 20W USB‑C Power Adapter (Model A2305). Fast‑charge testing conducted with drained iPhone units. Times measured from the appearance of the Apple logo as the unit started up. Charge time varies with settings and environmental factors; actual results will vary.
Manufacturer battery and charging claimsDiffers
Sources
5000 mAh; 33 W wired, 5 W reverse wiredFull published battery specification: 5000 mAh; 33 W wired charging; 5 W reverse wired charging; 50% charge in 20 minutes; full charge in 1 hour.
Video playback Up to 27 hours Video playback with iPhone Air MagSafe Battery Up to 40 hours Video playback (streamed) Up to 22 hours Video playback (streamed) with iPhone Air MagSafe Battery Up to 35 hours Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery Fast-charge capable: Up to 50% charge in 30 minutes with 20W adapter or higher (available separately) paired with USB-C charging cable, or 30W adapter or higher paired with MagSafe Charger (both available separately)All battery claims depend on network configuration and many other factors; actual results will vary. Battery has limited recharge cycles and may eventually need to be replaced. Battery life and charge cycles vary by use and settings. See apple.com/uk/batteries and apple.com/uk/iphone/battery.html for more information. iPhone Air MagSafe Battery sold separately. Testing conducted by Apple in January 2025 using pre‑production iPhone Air units and software, and USB‑C Charge Cable with Apple 20W USB‑C Power Adapter (Model A2305). Fast‑charge testing conducted with drained iPhone units. Times measured from the appearance of the Apple logo as the unit started up. Charge time varies with settings and environmental factors; actual results will vary.
UK battery capacity
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
5000 mAhCapacity row on the UK product page. No regional battery variant is listed.
Not verified
Wired charging power
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
33 W
Not verified
Claimed charge time to 50%
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
20 minutesManufacturer conditions apply; adapters are separate unless the box contents say otherwise.
Not verified
Charging speed — Charging speed
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
33 W
Not verified
Charging speed — Reverse wired charging
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
5 W
Not verified
Charging speed — 100% charge time
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
1 hour
Not verified
Charging speed — 50% charge time
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
20 minutes
Not verified
Published support term
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
6 yearsPublished security support term · Security-patch term as listed; the page does not state its start point. The Android version-update term (3 years) is stated separately.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Manufacturer update-policy informationDiffers
Sources
3 years of Android updates and 6 years of security patchesNothing does not say when the update period starts for this model.
No fixed update duration is listed in this manufacturer technical source.No support years or promised major-version count are inferred. The installed operating system is listed separately.
Manufacturer operating system
Sources
Phone (3a) LiteNo source recorded
Not verified
iOS 26
Chip and core configurationDiffers
Sources
MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Pro 5G
A19 Pro chip 6-core CPU with 2 performance and 4 efficiency cores 5-core GPU with Neural Accelerators 16-core Neural Engine Hardware-accelerated ray tracing
Selected storage; RAM remains unlistedConfiguration
8 GB RAM; 128 GB storage
256 GB storage; RAM capacity is not listed by the manufacturer.
Exact UK hardware, SIM and cellular specificationConfiguration
Sources
Dual nano-SIM; no eSIM; 5G; Wi-Fi 6; Bluetooth 5.4; NFCUK model connectivity: SIM: dual SIM, Nano-SIM (4FF); eSIM: Japan only; Gigabit LTE: Advanced; Gigabit 5G: dual mode (NSA and SA); 5G NR bands: n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n28, n38, n40, n41, n66, n71, n77, n78; 4G LTE bands: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 42, 48, 66, 71; 3G UMTS (WCDMA): B1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 8, 19; 2G GSM: 850/900/DCS/PCS; Wi-Fi: 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, 2.4/5 GHz dual-band, MU-MIMO, Wi-Fi Direct, Advanced Hotspot; Bluetooth 5.4; NFC: yes (excluding India), with Google Pay support; Location: GPS (L1), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1I), Galileo (E1), QZSS (L1). Check carrier support if you plan to use it outside the UK.
UK A3517; Dual eSIM (two active eSIMs; stores eight or more eSIMs) iPhone Air uses advanced eSIM technology for more convenience and security (not compatible with physical SIM cards). Learn more about eSIM Learn more about travelling with eSIM; Model A3517 * FDD-5G NR (Bands n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n26, n28, n30, n66, n70, n75) TDD-5G NR (Bands n38, n40, n41, n48, n53, n77, n78, n79) FDD-LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 66) TDD-LTE (Bands 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53) UMTS/HSPA+ (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz) GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) Apple C1X cellular modem 5G (sub-6GHz) with 4x4 MIMO Gigabit LTE with 4x4 MIMO Apple N1 wireless networking chip Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with 2x2 MIMO Bluetooth 6 Thread networking technology Apple second-generation Ultra Wideband chip NFC with reader mode Express Cards with Power Reserve* To identify your iPhone model number, see support.apple.com/en-gb/108044 . For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular . Mobile data technology support is based on iPhone model number and configuration for GSM networks. Data plan required. 5G, Gigabit LTE, VoLTE and Wi‑Fi calling are available in selected markets and through selected network providers. Speeds are based on theoretical throughput and vary based on site conditions and network. For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular . Wi‑Fi 7 available in countries and regions where supported. Ultra Wideband availability varies by region.
Selected nominal storageConfiguration
Sources
128 GB
256 GB
Physical RAM capacity
Sources
8 GB
Not verifiedNot listed for this exact UK configuration by the cited manufacturer specifications.
Panel technology
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Flexible AMOLED
Not verified
Ingress protection
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
IP54
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
eSIM only
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
No
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Published operating system
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Nothing OS 3.5 powered by Android 15Operating system at launch as listed. The update term is in the Update policy field.
Not verified
UK manufacturer reference price
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
£249Nothing UK store price for White 8+128GB in September 2026; retailer prices may differ.
Not verified
MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Pro 5G — Clock speed
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Up to 2.5 GHz
Not verified
MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Pro 5G — Core count
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
8-core
Not verified
MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Pro 5G — Technology
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
4 nm TSMC process (N4)
Not verified
Ultra-wide — Resolution
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
8 MP
Not verified
Ultra-wide — Focal length
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
15 mm
Not verified
Ultra-wide — Aperture
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
F/2.2
Not verified
Ultra-wide — Sensor
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
1/4"
Not verified
Ultra-wide — FOV
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
119.5°
Not verified
Macro — Resolution
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
2 MP
Not verified
Macro — Aperture
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
F/2.4
Not verified
Video recording — 4K recording
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
30 FPS
Not verified
Video recording — 1080p recording
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
30 or 60 FPS
Not verified
Video recording — Slo-mo
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
120 FPS
Not verified
Video recording — Time Lapse
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
4K or 1080p
Not verified
Video recording — Features
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
EIS image stabilisation
Not verified
Size
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
6.77"
Not verified
Screen material
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Panda glass
Not verified
Resolution
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
1084 x 2392 (387 PPI)
Not verified
Contrast ratio
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
1,000,000:1
Not verified
Refresh — Adaptive refresh rate
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
120 Hz
Not verified
Refresh — Touch sampling rate
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
1000 Hz
Not verified
Refresh — PWM frequency
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
2160 Hz
Not verified
SIM — Dual SIM
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Yes
Not verified
SIM — SIM size
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Nano-SIM (4FF)
Not verified
SIM — e-SIM
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Japan only
Not verified
SIM — Gigabit LTE
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Advanced
Not verified
SIM — Gigabit 5G
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Dual Mode (NSA & SA)
Not verified
SIM — 5G NR band
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
n1 / n2 / n3 / n5 / n7 / n8 / n12 / n20 / n28 / n38 / n40 / n41 / n66 / n71 / n77 / n78
Not verified
SIM — 4G LTE bands
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 7 / 8 / 12 / 17 / 18 / 19 / 20 / 26 / 28 / 38 / 40 / 41 / 42 / 48 / 66 / 71
Not verified
SIM — 3G UMTS (WCDMA) bands
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
UMTS B1 / 2 / 4 / 5 / 6 / 8 / 19
Not verified
SIM — 2G GSM
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
850 / 900 / DCS / PCS
Not verified
Wi-Fi — Wi-Fi
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, 2.4G/5G dual-band, MU-MIMO
Not verified
Wi-Fi — Wi-Fi type
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Wi-Fi Direct, Advanced Hotspot
Not verified
Wi-Fi — Bluetooth
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Bluetooth 5.4
Not verified
Wi-Fi — NFC
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Yes (excludes India)
Not verified
Wi-Fi — NFC
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Supporting Google Pay
Not verified
Wi-Fi — GPS
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
GPS (L1)
Not verified
Wi-Fi — GPS
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
GLONASS (G1)
Not verified
Wi-Fi — GPS
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
BDS (B1I)
Not verified
Wi-Fi — GPS
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
GALILEO (E1)
Not verified
Wi-Fi — GPS
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
QZSS (L1)
Not verified
Capacity
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
5,000 mAh
Not verified
Expandable storage
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
YesStorage row: "(expandable up to 2 TB)". The card type is not named.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Glyph interface
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Glyph LightSingle rear notification light: flashes for selected contacts/apps and counts down the camera timer.
Not verified
UK model wireless capabilities
Sources
Phone (3a) LiteNo source recorded
Not verified
Model A3517 * FDD-5G NR (Bands n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n26, n28, n30, n66, n70, n75) TDD-5G NR (Bands n38, n40, n41, n48, n53, n77, n78, n79) FDD-LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 66) TDD-LTE (Bands 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53) UMTS/HSPA+ (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz) GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) Apple C1X cellular modem 5G (sub-6GHz) with 4x4 MIMO Gigabit LTE with 4x4 MIMO Apple N1 wireless networking chip Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with 2x2 MIMO Bluetooth 6 Thread networking technology Apple second-generation Ultra Wideband chip NFC with reader mode Express Cards with Power Reserve* To identify your iPhone model number, see support.apple.com/en-gb/108044 . For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular . Mobile data technology support is based on iPhone model number and configuration for GSM networks. Data plan required. 5G, Gigabit LTE, VoLTE and Wi‑Fi calling are available in selected markets and through selected network providers. Speeds are based on theoretical throughput and vary based on site conditions and network. For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular . Wi‑Fi 7 available in countries and regions where supported. Ultra Wideband availability varies by region.
Connector capabilities
Sources
Phone (3a) LiteNo source recorded
Not verified
USB-C connector with support for: Charging USB 2 (up to 480Mb/s)
Manufacturer-listed sensors
Sources
Phone (3a) LiteNo source recorded
Not verified
Face ID Barometer High dynamic range gyro High-g accelerometer Proximity sensor Dual ambient light sensors
Show unverified (12)Not verified or conflicting for both phones. Kept for completeness; never counted as a difference.
Native telephoto reach
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
8K video recording
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Not verifiedVideo is listed up to 4K 30 fps, plus 1080p modes; 8K recording is not mentioned.
Not verified8K recording · Not verified for this exact model.
Wireless charging
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Not verifiedNot stated by the manufacturer.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Reverse wireless charging
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Not verifiedReverse wired charging is a separate feature from reverse wireless charging.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Dedicated optical telephoto reach
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Not verifiedThe rear cameras are main, ultra-wide and macro; no optical zoom figure is stated.
Not verified
Rear camera optical stabilisation
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Not verifiedOnly electronic stabilisation (EIS) is listed. The manufacturer does not say whether the rear cameras have optical stabilisation.
Not verified
Main camera optical stabilisation
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Not verifiedOnly electronic stabilisation (EIS) is listed for the main camera. The manufacturer does not say whether it has optical stabilisation.
Not verified
Front camera autofocus
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Not verifiedFront camera block lists resolution, focal length, aperture and sensor only.
Not verified
Front camera optical stabilisation
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Not verifiedThe manufacturer does not say whether the front camera has optical stabilisation.
Not verified
Optical-quality zoom
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Headphone jack
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Promised update duration
Sources
Phone (3a) LiteNo source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedNot listed for this exact UK configuration by the cited manufacturer specifications.
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How we calculate scoresNothing Phone (3a) Lite
128 GB · checked 28 Sept 2026
Specifications & verification
Weight199 gManufacturer claim · high confidenceNothing
Width78 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceNothing
Thickness8.3 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceNothing
Display size6.77 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidenceNothing
Peak brightness3,000 nitsManufacturer claim · high confidence
Manufacturer peak brightness; not sustained full-screen brightness or an independent measurement.
NothingClaimed video playbackNot verified
Not published
Claimed charging rate2.5% per minuteCalculated from sources · low confidence
Manufacturer conditions apply; adapters are separate unless the box contents say otherwise. 50 divided by 20 minutes; not a sustained charging rate.
NothingPublished total support6 yearsManufacturer claim · high confidence
Security-patch term as listed; the page does not state its start point. The Android version-update term (3 years) is stated separately.
NothingHeadphone jackNot verified
Not published
Expandable storageYesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Storage row: "(expandable up to 2 TB)". The card type is not named.
NothingeSIM onlyNoManufacturer claim · high confidenceNothing
IP ratingIP54Manufacturer claim · high confidenceNothing
RAM8 GBManufacturer claim · high confidenceNothing
Pixel density387 ppiManufacturer claim · high confidenceNothing
Maximum refresh rate120 HzManufacturer claim · high confidenceNothing
Native telephoto reachNot verified
Not published
Claimed optical-quality reachNot verified
Not published
Rear camera modules3Manufacturer claim · high confidence
50 MP main, 8 MP ultra-wide and 2 MP macro.
NothingManufacturer list price£249.00Reference only · not a live offer or current priceNothing
All sources1
- Nothing UK Phone (3a) Lite: selected configuration and complete specificationsNothing · accessed 10 Sept 2026
Apple iPhone Air
256 GB · checked 19 Oct 2026
Specifications & verification
Weight165 gManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Width74.7 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Thickness5.64 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Display size6.5 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Manufacturer marketed diagonal; rounded corners and actual viewable area are described in the complete display specification.
ApplePeak brightnessNot verified
Not published
Claimed video playback27 hoursManufacturer claim · high confidence
Manufacturer up-to claim, not measured mixed-use battery life. All battery claims depend on network configuration and many other factors; actual results will vary. Battery has limited recharge cycles and may eventually need to be replaced. Battery life and charge cycles vary by use and settings. See apple.com/uk/batteries and apple.com/uk/iphone/battery.html for more information. iPhone Air MagSafe Battery sold separately. Testing conducted by Apple in January 2025 using pre‑production iPhone Air units and software, and USB‑C Charge Cable with Apple 20W USB‑C Power Adapter (Model A2305). Fast‑charge testing conducted with drained iPhone units. Times measured from the appearance of the Apple logo as the unit started up. Charge time varies with settings and environmental factors; actual results will vary.
AppleClaimed charging rateNot verified
Not published
Published total supportNot verified
Not published
Wireless chargingNot verified
Not published
Reverse wireless chargingNot verified
Not published
Headphone jackNot verified
Not published
Expandable storageNot verified
Not published
eSIM onlyNot verified
Not published
IP ratingNot verified
Not published
Pixel densityNot verified
Not published
Maximum refresh rateNot verified
Not published
Native telephoto reachNot verified
Not published
Claimed optical-quality reachNot verified
Not published
Rear camera modulesNot verified
Not published
8K recordingNot verified
Not published
Manufacturer list priceNot verified
All sources2
- Apple UK — literal MG2N4QN/A configurationApple · accessed 19 Oct 2026
- Apple UK — iPhone Air technical specificationsApple · accessed 19 Oct 2026
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