The Nothing Phone (4b) will be unveiled on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. German time. It is the first device in Nothing’s new b-series, an entry-level lineup positioned below the Nothing Phone (4a). It’s powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 6 Gen 4, as Nothing has already confirmed in a teaser. Shortly before its launch, the smartphone has appeared for the first time in a bold red color.
Key Points at a Glance
- Release: Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. German time (global launch alongside the Nothing Ear (3a)).
- Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 (4-nm process), officially confirmed.
- Memory: 8 GB RAM according to Geekbench; leaks mention 128 and 256 GB variants.
- Display: Expected to be a 6.7-inch AMOLED with a 120 Hz refresh rate.
- Battery: Sources are conflicting here—either 5,400 or 6,000 mAh (more on this below).
- Software: Nothing OS based on Android 16.
- Price: Not yet officially announced, but clearly positioned below the Phone (4a).
- Colors: Blue and a red RCB Edition, which may be exclusive to India.
Nothing Phone (4b): Release Date and What We Know About the Price
Nothing itself has set the date: The global launch will take place on July 7, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. German time (11:00 a.m. BST), coinciding with the launch of the new Nothing Ear (3a) earbuds. Both products will be featured in the same livestream.
There is no official price yet. However, Nothing has confirmed that the Phone (4b) will be priced below the Nothing Phone (4a), which retails for around 399 euros in this country. Rumors from India suggest a starting price between 25,000 and 30,000 rupees, which is roughly equivalent to 265 to 320 U.S. dollars. A specific price in euros has not yet been announced, but a figure in the lower three-digit range is likely.
There’s one small catch to keep in mind: Nothing co-founder Carl Pei has hinted on several occasions that smartphone prices won’t be dropping anytime soon due to the current memory crisis. Anyone hoping for a bargain like the one offered when the first CMF Phone was released should adjust their expectations accordingly.
As soon as the Phone (4b) is available in Germany, you’ll find it here: Nothing Phone (4b) on Amazon.
The new b-series: Why the (4b) is positioned below the (4a)
The Phone (4b) marks the launch of a completely new product line. Until now, Nothing has covered the entry-level segment through its sub-brand CMF. However, there won’t be a new CMF smartphone in 2026, and the reason is the global rise in the cost of RAM and flash memory. Instead of raising the price of a CMF model or cutting corners on features, Nothing is now bringing the budget segment under its own main brand.
The logic behind this: The a-series (such as the Phone (4a)) remains the upper mid-range, while the b-series moves down a notch. In doing so, Nothing is organizing its portfolio more clearly than the CMF dual-brand strategy ever allowed. By the way, our review of the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus shows how Nothing’s current mid-range models perform in everyday use.
Technical Specifications of the Nothing Phone (4b)
Official spec sheets aren’t available yet, but a Geekbench listing (model number A009P) and several leaks already paint a pretty clear picture. At the heart of the device is the Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 (internal code SM6650), an octa-core chip manufactured using a 4-nm process. The configuration: four ARM Cortex-A720 performance cores and four Cortex-A520 efficiency cores, with a prime core clocked at 2.30 GHz.
| Feature | Nothing Phone (4b) (expected) |
|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 (4 nm, officially confirmed) |
| RAM | 8 GB (according to Geekbench) |
| Storage | 128 GB / 256 GB (leaked) |
| Display | 6.7-inch AMOLED, 120 Hz (leak) |
| Battery | 5,400 mAh or 6,000 mAh (sources disagree) |
| Main camera | 50 MP (Leak), dual-camera setup |
| Front-facing camera | 16 MP (leaked) |
| Operating system | Nothing OS based on Android 16 |
| Update Policy | Expected 3 years of Android updates, 6 years of security patches |
| Special Feature | Compact Glyph Bar on the camera module, semi-transparent back panel |
In the Geekbench test, the Phone (4b) scored around 1,088 points in the single-core test and 3,155 in the multi-core test. For comparison: The more expensive Phone (4a), with its Snapdragon 7s Gen 4, scores about 1,259 and 3,339 points in those tests. So the gap is noticeable, but not a landslide. The chip is easily sufficient for everyday use, streaming, and occasional gaming—it’s no performance powerhouse.
Battery: 5,400 or 6,000 mAh?
One point warrants a closer look, as the reports contradict each other. Notebookcheck cites a 6,000-mAh battery, as does the Indian portal Beebom (along with 33-watt charging). Leaker Yogesh Brar, as well as GSMArena and 91mobiles, on the other hand, assume a capacity of 5,400 mAh.
Both figures should be taken with a grain of salt until the official unveiling. The context is interesting: Many competitors in this price range now feature batteries around 7,000 mAh; the current OnePlus N6, for example, starts with 8,000 mAh. If Nothing does indeed end up with 5,400 mAh, that would be rather conservative by comparison. We’ll know for sure on July 7.
Design: Glyph Bar and the Red RCB Edition
Visually, Nothing stays true to itself. The back is partially transparent, and the camera module is also designed to be see-through. Instead of the segmented Glyph interface found on earlier models, the (4b) features a compact Glyph Bar directly on the camera module, which, according to Notebookcheck, consists of five large, rectangular LEDs. It continues to indicate calls, notifications, and charging progress.
In the first teasers, the smartphone was shown in blue. An Instagram video then revealed an eye-catching red variant, which Nothing is marketing as the RCB Edition—named after the Royal Challengers Bengaluru cricket team, which Nothing has been sponsoring for some time. Consequently, an RCB logo is prominently displayed on the back. However, this color may be reserved for the Indian market. Aside from the color and logo, the RCB Edition is identical to the standard Phone (4b).
Nothing Phone (4b) vs. Nothing Phone (4a)
If you’re wondering whether it’s worth waiting for the more affordable model or if the Phone (4a) is the more well-rounded package after all, here are the key differences at a glance:
| Feature | Nothing Phone (4b) | Nothing Phone (4a) |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 | Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 |
| Geekbench (Single / Multi) | ~1,088 / ~3,155 | ~1,259 / ~3,339 |
| Classification | b-series (entry-level) | a-Series (mid-range) |
| Price | Below (4a), TBD | approx. 399 euros |
| Software | Nothing OS / Android 16 | Nothing OS / Android 15 |
For those who want to dive even deeper into Nothing’s lineup: The upper mid-range is covered by the Nothing Phone (3a) series, while the flagship Nothing Phone (3) sits at the very top.
And the Nothing Ear (3a)?
It’s not just a smartphone on the agenda for July 7. During the same livestream, Nothing will also unveil the Nothing Ear (3a), the affordable true wireless earbuds that, according to leaks, are expected to cost 99 euros. A new pink color option is making its debut. We’ve covered all the details separately: Nothing Ear (3a): Launching July 7 in four colors.
Just a heads-up.
Ear (3a)
July 7, 11:00 BST pic.twitter.com/bKSuHJiuE9— Nothing (@nothing) July 1, 2026
FAQ on the Nothing Phone (4b)
When will the Nothing Phone (4b) be released?
Nothing will unveil the Phone (4b) on July 7, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. German time, alongside the Nothing Ear (3a). It’s a global launch that will also take place in India.
What processor does the Nothing Phone (4b) have?
Nothing has officially confirmed a Qualcomm Snapdragon chip. A Geekbench listing specifically points to the Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 (SM6650) built on a 4-nm process with 8 GB of RAM.
How much will the Nothing Phone (4b) cost?
There is no official price yet. The only thing confirmed is that the device will be priced below the Phone (4a) (around 399 euros). Indian rumors suggest a price equivalent to about 265 to 320 U.S. dollars.
How big is the Nothing Phone (4b)’s battery?
That’s not yet clear. Depending on the source, figures of 5,400 or 6,000 mAh are being discussed. Only the official launch will provide definitive clarity.
What is Nothing’s b-series?
The b-series is a new entry-level lineup positioned below the a-series. It replaces the CMF smartphone, which was canceled in 2026, and brings Nothing’s budget-friendly lineup under the main brand.
Conclusion
The Nothing Phone (4b) comes across as a sober but smart response to a challenging year in the market. Instead of cutting corners on specs with a CMF model, Nothing is moving its entry-level lineup under its own brand and opting for a slightly older—but more affordable—Snapdragon 6 Gen 4. The design, featuring the Glyph Bar and a transparent back, remains its trump card; hardly any competitor can match it here.
Two question marks remain until July 7: the exact battery capacity and, above all, the price. These factors will determine whether the Phone (4b) becomes a true value pick or gets lost in the crowd of 7,000-mAh budget powerhouses. We’ll update this article as soon as Nothing releases the official specs.
