Nothing · 2026
Nothing Phone (4b)
Nothing’s accessible 2026 phone with a 6.78-inch AMOLED display, Snapdragon 7s Gen 4, dual cameras and the Glyph Matrix.
RANKED OVERVIEW
TL;DR: What this phone is about
Nothing’s accessible 2026 phone with a 6.78-inch AMOLED display, Snapdragon 7s Gen 4, dual cameras and the Glyph Matrix. Here are the updates that matter most in day-to-day use.
- 6.78-inch AMOLED displayA large, smooth panel gives the 4b plenty of room for video, games and reading.
- Glyph MatrixNothing’s rear lighting system turns notifications and camera tools into a visible part of the phone’s identity.
- Large batteryThe 4b is designed around dependable all-day battery life rather than a thin flagship build.
- Clean Nothing OSA restrained interface keeps the phone feeling fast and less cluttered than many rivals.
QUICK VERDICT
Is it worth considering?
Best for
- A distinctive affordable Android phone
- Long battery life
- Nothing OS and Glyph fans
Watch out for
- Mid-range gaming performance
- Charging is not the fastest
- No owner ratings yet
PRICE POSITION
How it compares with the US average
KEY SPECS
At a glance
- Display
- 6.78-inch AMOLED · 120Hz
- Chip
- Snapdragon 7s Gen 4
- Cameras
- 50MP main · 8MP ultrawide
- Battery
- 5,400mAh · 50W wired
- Software
- Android 16 · Nothing OS 4.1
- Durability
- IP64
WHAT CHANGED
What is new this generation?
Design
Brings the transparent Nothing look and Glyph Matrix to the 4b range.
Display
Moves to a large 6.78-inch AMOLED panel.
Cameras
Uses a dual-camera system aimed at useful everyday shooting.
Software
Ships with Nothing OS 4.1 on Android 16.
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CRITIC REVIEWS
What the experts say
Independent reviews from established phone publications.
Average from 20+ trusted sources.
A distinctive mid-range phone with serious ambition
The Phone 4b brings Nothing’s transparent design and Glyph controls to a more accessible price, with a bright display and dependable everyday performance.
Read Resource ↗The Nothing phone most people should buy
A clean software experience, useful cameras and standout hardware make the 4b easy to like, although charging and gaming performance are not class-leading.
Read Resource ↗Nothing Phone 4b review
The Phone 4b offers a smooth display, long battery life and a memorable design, with the Glyph Matrix adding useful notification shortcuts.
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A stylish phone with a lot to prove
The 4b feels different from the usual budget phone thanks to Nothing OS and its hardware design, but the competition remains strong around the same price.
Read Resource ↗A fresh take on affordable Android
A well-balanced Nothing phone with a clean interface, eye-catching back panel and capable cameras for everyday use.
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Related phones
A few alternatives worth comparing, based on price, specifications, performance, cameras and value.
Nothing Phone (4a)
Nothing Phone (4a) sits closest to the Nothing Phone (4b) on launch price at From $449, making it a direct alternative if budget is the deciding factor.
Nothing Phone (4a) Pro
Nothing Phone (4a) Pro is a close match on the fundamentals, with a 6.83-inch display and a comparable everyday setup.
Google Pixel 11
Google Pixel 11 is the performance alternative, with Google Tensor G6 aimed at the same kind of demanding everyday use.
Google Pixel 11 Pro
Google Pixel 11 Pro is worth a look if the camera matters most, with 50MP wide · 48MP ultrawide · 48MP 5x telephoto.
Samsung Galaxy S26
Samsung Galaxy S26 is the value wildcard: it costs From $899 and makes a strong case for spending less without giving up the basics.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is another strong option, with a critic consensus of 90 / 100 and a different balance of features and trade-offs.