The CMF Phone 1 launched in India in July 2024 at Rs 15,999 for 6 GB plus 128 GB, as the first phone from Nothing's budget sub-brand. Its most unusual feature is a back panel held on by visible screws, which can be swapped for different colours and textures, and a corner dial that accepts accessories such as a lanyard, a stand and a card wallet.
The 6.67-inch AMOLED runs at 120Hz and is bright and vivid for the price. The MediaTek Dimensity 7300 is a strong budget chip, efficient and quick enough for most games at medium settings, and noticeably faster than the Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 in the Redmi 13 5G. Nothing OS 2.6 on Android 14 is clean, with no ads and few preinstalled apps, and storage is expandable by microSD.
The 50 MP Sony main camera with a depth sensor produces good daylight photos, though there is no ultrawide. The 5000 mAh battery comfortably lasts two days for light users, with 33W charging. Against the Moto G64 and Realme Narzo 70 Pro it offers a better display, more personality and cleaner software, at the cost of a less versatile camera.
Key specifications
| Launch price (India) | Rs 15,999 (base variant) |
|---|---|
| India launch | July 2024 |
| Segment | Budget |
| Display | 6.67-inch, AMOLED, 120Hz, 1080 x 2400 |
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 |
| RAM | 6 GB / 8 GB |
| Storage | 128 GB |
| Expandable storage | Yes |
| Rear cameras | 50 MP main + depth sensor |
| Front camera | 16 MP |
| Battery | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 33W wired |
| Software at launch | Android 14, Nothing OS 2.6 |
| 5G | Yes |
| Water/dust rating | IP52 |
| Headphone jack | No |
| Colours | Black, Blue, Orange, Light Green |
What we like
- Swappable back and accessory system
- Efficient Dimensity 7300
- Bright 120Hz AMOLED
- Clean, ad-free software
What could be better
- No ultrawide camera
- Accessories cost extra
- Charger sold separately
Who should buy it
Budget buyers who want a fun, customisable phone with a good display and clean software.
Specifications and price are as at the India launch (July 2024). Prices change after launch – check current prices before buying.