Nokia 2 Series

Processor: Mediatek Helio 20 Helio A22 MT6761, Mediatek Helio 20 Helio P22 MT6762, Qualcomm Snapdragon 200 212 APQ8009, Qualcomm Snapdragon 425
Graphics Adapter: Imagination PowerVR GE8300, Imagination PowerVR GE8320, Qualcomm Adreno 304, Qualcomm Adreno 308
Display: 5.00 inch, 5.50 inch, 5.71 inch, 6.20 inch, 6.50 inch
Weight: 0.153kg, 0.161kg, 0.174kg, 0.1814kg, 0.183kg, 0.195kg
Price: 100, 119, 129 euro
price: 69%, performance: 43%, features: 55%, display: 71%, mobility: 87%, workmanship: 71%, ergonomy: 74%, emissions: 97%

 

Nokia 2

Nokia's phone range doesn't mess about with confusing names. The higher the number, the better the phone is. The Nokia 2 is a basic smartphone for those who want something that doesn't cost a lot SIM-free, or that comes 'free' on an affordable contract. There are a few neat parts of this phone, though. It has metal sides rather than a pure plastic frame, and the screen is surprisingly vivid for a low-end model. The Nokia 2's battery is also huge at 4,100 mAh, letting it outlast any big-name phone in this class. The Nokia 2 does not seem especially heavy or fat even though it has an unusually large battery. It's 9.3 mm thick and 161 g so is empirically quite chunky but hides this fairly well. The Nokia 2 looks like a relative of Nokia's old Lumia phones. It has a pull-off plastic battery cover, curved to feel good, but the sides are anodized aluminum rather than plastic. Some phones with metal sides manage to feel quite high-end even with plastic rears. The Nokia 2 doesn't, because of the plastic's curve and that can feel there's a slight air gap under the battery cover. It doesn't have the pleasing density of a unibody design. However, considering the price, a user should feel happy with the Nokia 2's build. Metal edges aside, there's nothing fancy to the Nokia 2's hardware. It uses a rapidly-aging micro USB charge socket, and there's no fingerprint scanner. The Nokia 2 has no water resistance, though. There are no rubber seals anywhere. The Nokia 2's screen is one of its stronger elements, even though it doesn't sound that good at all on paper. It's five inches across and has a resolution of just 720p. The Moto G5 and Huawei P10 Lite both have 1080p screens. It’s not a huge issue, though. 720p still looks fairly sharp at this size, and obvious pixelation is only evident in small fonts. Color and contrast are both remarkably good, giving the Nokia 2's display a rich and potent appearance. There's no customization of the color profile, but it looks perfectly fine as-is. HMD Global hasn't skimped too much on protection either. A pane of Gorilla Glass 3 sits on the screen. It's not the latest version of this toughened glass but will still keep scratches away if users treat the phone reasonably well. As the user would hope, there's an auto-brightness setting, and it works fairly well. Nokia's night image processing has a fair stab at maintaining some semblance of detail and color at night, but the result is shooting that's almost criminally slow. A user has to wait several seconds for the Nokia 2 to do its thing before the process is finished. The phone also uses rather slow shutter speeds at night, meaning the user will often find photos appear blurry even if they could swear their hands were perfectly still. Hands-on article by Jagadisa Rajarathnam

Specifications

Notebook: Nokia 2
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 200 212 APQ8009
Graphics Adapter: Qualcomm Adreno 304
Display: 5.00 inch, 16:9, 1280 x 720 pixels
Weight: 0.161kg
Price: 119 euro
Links: Nokia homepage

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Average Score: 59.54% - poor

 

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Nokia 2.1

Once a giant in the industry, Nokia has been put in the background in the market for such a long time. Despite this, they are still surviving and have recently released many budget friendly smartphones. Following the same theme, the Nokia 2.1 is a budget smartphone which features entry-level hardware specifications. The sleek design with metallic colored detailing makes the new Nokia 2 stand out. The dark blue back has a coarse touch which provides good grip to the palm. It also retains its looks without having a lot of fingerprint smudges after a whole day of usage with its polycarbonate materials. The Nokia 2.1 amplifies viewing experience. Despite being a budget phone, a user can watch their favorite shows with a friend on the 5.5’’ HD screen that’s big enough to share or indulge in a moment. The two full-size speaker grilles in the front complete the experience with an immersive stereo sound. However, the screen is an IPS display with a traditional 16:9 aspect ratio and a resolution of 1,280 x 720 pixels, which gives a pixel density of 267 PPI. The traditional 16:9 screen ratio makes the device wider and it has a bigger bezel around the screen. The Nokia 2.1's rear camera is a single 8 MP main sensor. The camera app is also relatively well-done, with the HDR, Panorama, flash, manual mode, and delayed shot options easily accessible. It is not a high-end sensor, it just gets the job done. Besides the 8 MP rear camera, it also features a 5 MP front shooter for selfies. It is powered by a Qualcomm MSM8917 Snapdragon 425 CPU processor with 8 GB storage and 1 GB RAM. The storage can be expanded by up to 128 GB via a microSD card. The internal storage that a user is able to use is only 4.5 GB as the rest is taken up by the system, which is not nearly enough without expanding via microSD card. The performance is just enough to run less memory demanding application. It is recommended to install the lite version of apps in order to have a smoother experience in terms of performance. The Nokia 2.1 features a large 4,000 mAh battery, which is one plus point for the phone because it will have a long battery life. It can easily last for a day. As for software, Nokia provides 3 years of monthly security updates for the phone, as well as a guarantee of upgrading the phone to the next two major Android releases from when the phone launched. This means the 2.1 will be upgraded to Android 10, which is another plus. As a conclusion, Nokia has successfully launched a very budget device successfully. It can satisfy basic users and makes the perfect secondary phone or a phone for the elderly. It is more than enough to do basic tasks such as picking up calls and reading. Hands-on article by Jagadisa Rajarathnam

Specifications

Notebook: Nokia 2.1
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 425
Graphics Adapter: Qualcomm Adreno 308
Display: 5.50 inch, 16:9, 1280 x 720 pixels
Weight: 0.174kg
Price: 100 euro
Links: Nokia homepage

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Average Score: 65.4% - average

 

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Nokia 2 V

Specifications

Notebook: Nokia 2 V
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 425
Graphics Adapter: Qualcomm Adreno 308
Display: 5.50 inch, 16:9, 1280 x 720 pixels
Weight: 0.1814kg
Price: 100 euro
Links: Nokia homepage

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Nokia 2.2

With Nokia’s presence in the budget phone category, equivalent Chinese phones are now having a tough fight. The Nokia 2.2 is the cheapest in its series of smartphones. Realistically, the Nokia 2.2 is a delightful welcome to this range as the 2.1 didn’t do much justice for the range and for Nokia themselves. The 2.1 was stuck with the weakest Qualcomm processor but that wasn’t even its weakest point. The phone had 1 GB RAM in 2018, which meant that it could barely handle two apps at a time. This time things have changed. The Nokia 2.2 comes with two options for RAM and memory, a 32 GB with 3 GB of RAM version or a lower 16 GB with 2 GB of RAM version. The built-in memory can be expanded by inserting a micro SD card. The Nokia 2.2 now relies on a Mediatek processor which is slightly more powerful than the lowest Qualcomm processor. As for the display, the Nokia 2.2 comes with a 5.71-inch LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1,520 pixels giving it a density of 295 pixels per inch. Frankly, the screen is wonderful for what it costs. It also extends to the top to give it some sort of a bezel less look. There is a tiny tear drop notch on the top to place the front facing camera. Coming to the camera, this phone has a single 13 MP camera on the rear. It is coupled with a LED flash and can capture photos in HDR mode. The camera is more of a necessity and not really a feature. It captures decent photos for sharing with friends on social media. The front facing camera is a 5 MP unit which is good for video calls but not really for selfies. Despite its all plastic construction, the Nokia 22 feels solid. This is not a surprise considering Nokia’s track record. Apart from that thick chin with the Nokia branding which feels quite out of place, the phone feels like a pretty good compact device. It rests in the hands well and can be used with one hand which is not a common thing these days. The phone is shipped in two colors, Steel and Tungsten Black. It comes with what is probably the best version of Android, Android One. This is essentially a clean and light version of Android and it makes phones fast and snappy. Inside there is a 3,000 mAh battery, which is big enough for the phone's screen resolution and processor. Unfortunately, the charging port is a micro USB port, which means charging and transferring data is slower. The Nokia 2.2 is an important addition to their lineup and exactly what the world needs. It gives people access to a smartphone at an extremely affordable price but doesn’t compromise too much on its functionality. Hands-on article by Jagadisa Rajarathnam

Specifications

Notebook: Nokia 2.2
Processor: Mediatek Helio 20 Helio A22 MT6761
Graphics Adapter: Imagination PowerVR GE8300
Display: 5.71 inch, 19:9, 1520 x 720 pixels
Weight: 0.153kg
Price: 100 euro
Links: Nokia homepage

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Average Score: 59.71% - poor

 

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Nokia 2.3

The Nokia 2.3 is a smartphone that allows users to get lost in their favorite series and movies for longer with the AI-assisted 2-day battery life. The Nokia 2.3 lasts up to 2 days with Adaptive Battery technology, takes epic shots with AI imaging even in low-light and unlocks with a glance. Users can bring great stories to life with the impressive 6.2” HD+ in-cell display with a selfie notch and 19:9 aspect ratio. The Nokia 2.3 looks good and feels strong. It features a truly timeless design that is not just built to look good, but to last. The 3D nano-textured cover sits securely in the hand and has a stunning finish. Plus, the diecast metal chassis with a polymer shell gives the phone better rigidity. As for the camera, it has a 13MP and 2MP dual-sensor rear camera, exclusive bokeh effects and focus adjustment. For example, effects like the Classic, Butterfly, Heart or Star-shaped styles. Plus, users can make their portraits even more eye-catching by adjusting the focus when editing. Night shots combine advanced image fusion and exposure stacking, so users can shoot stellar images in vibrant detail, even in low-light conditions.

The Google Assistant Button is there to keep up with the user's fast-paced life. For example, ask questions, see their schedule or check the traffic. The assistant learns and adapts with every use, so users can do more with their life by doing less with their phone. And with biometric face unlock, the password is as unique as the user. The Nokia 2.3 has AI-assisted Adaptive Battery technology, which makes the battery last up to 2 days on a single charge. It learns what apps are used the most and prioritizes power for them, so users can use more of the features they love for longer. As for hardware specifications, it has a MediaTek Helio A22 CPU and 2 GB of RAM. These are entry-level specifications that allow users to run most non-resource-demanding apps without issues. The Nokia 2.3 measures 157.69 x 75.41 x 8.68 mm and weighs 183 g. Users can say goodbye to the frustration of forgotten passcodes. Biometric face recognition means that they can unlock their Nokia 2.3 with just a glance. Furthermore, the Nokia 2.3 is certified Android One, which means users get a pure software experience with a streamlined interface and no bloatware. Plus, with 2 years of software upgrades and 3 years of monthly security updates, it will stay safe and act as good as new. In conclusion, the Nokia 2.3 is a budget entry-level smartphone that is suitable for students, elderly users or as a secondary phone. It is quite similar to its predecessor, the Nokia 2.2, but with a bigger screen, higher screen-to-body ratio and smaller bezel around the screen.

Hands-on article by Jagadisa Rajarathnam

Specifications

Notebook: Nokia 2.3
Processor: Mediatek Helio 20 Helio A22 MT6761
Graphics Adapter: Imagination PowerVR GE8300
Display: 6.20 inch, 19:9, 1520 x 720 pixels
Weight: 0.183kg
Price: 129 euro
Links: Nokia homepage

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Average Score: 50.67% - poor

 

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Nokia 2.4

Specifications

Notebook: Nokia 2.4
Processor: Mediatek Helio 20 Helio P22 MT6762
Graphics Adapter: Imagination PowerVR GE8320
Display: 6.50 inch, 20:9, 1600 x 720 pixels
Weight: 0.195kg
Price: 129 euro
Links: Nokia homepage

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Average Score: 66.8% - average

 

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Comment

Nokia: Nokia is a Finnish company founded in 1865 and headquartered in Finland. The company is known for its telecommunications equipment and cell phones. Nokia was one of the leading manufacturers of cell phones in the 1990s and has expanded its business into networking and technology solutions in recent years. 

In 2011, Nokia partnered with Microsoft on Windows-based cell phones and sold the entire cell phone division to Microsoft in 2014, which limited the Nokia brand name to basic cell phones. In 2016, Finnish electronics manufacturer HMD Global entered into a licensing agreement with Nokia, bought the remaining Nokia name rights from Microsoft Mobile, and since 2017 has exclusively offered Nokia cell phones worldwide, which are based on Android, among other things, and are produced by Foxconn.

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These graphics cards are not suited for Windows 3D games. Office and Internet surfing however is possible.

Qualcomm Adreno 304: Integrated mid-range graphics card in the Snapdragon 210 SoCs that supports OpenGL ES 3.0 and features unified shaders.

Qualcomm Adreno 308: Integrated mid-range graphics card in the Snapdragon 425 SoCs that supports OpenGL ES 3.0 and features unified shaders.

Imagination PowerVR GE8300: Integrated graphics card for mid-range ARM SoCs.

Imagination PowerVR GE8320: Integrated graphics card for mid-range ARM SoCs.

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.

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Qualcomm Snapdragon 200:

212 APQ8009: Entry-level SoC with four ARM Cortex-A7 cores at max. 1.3 GHz. 

Qualcomm Snapdragon:

425: Entry-level SoC that was announced in February 2016. It integrates 4 ARM Cortex-A53 CPU cores clocked at up to 1.4 GHz, an LPDDR3 memory controller and wireless radios for WiFi and 4G/LTE.

Mediatek Helio 20:

Helio A22 MT6761: ARM based quad core SoC (8x ARM Cortex-A53) clocked at up to 2 GHz. The chip also includes a Cat.7 LTE modem (300 Mbps download).

Helio P22 MT6762: ARM based octa core SoC (8x ARM Cortex-A53) clocked at up to 2 GHz. The chip also includes a Cat.7 LTE modem (300 Mbps download).

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.

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5.00:

It is a very small display format for smartphones. You should by no means be mis-sighted and you will generally see very little on the screen and only have a small resolution available. In return, the device should be very small and handy.

» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.

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62.42%: Such a poor rating is rare. There are only a few notebooks that were rated even worse. The rating websites do not give a purchase recommendation here.

» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.

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