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Nokia 5.4

Specifications

Nokia 5.4
Nokia 5.4 (5 Series)
Processor
Qualcomm Snapdragon 662 8 x 1.8 - 2 GHz, Kryo 260
Graphics adapter
Memory
4 GB 
Display
6.39 inch 19.5:9, 1560 x 720 pixel 269 PPI, capacitive touchscreen, IPS LCD, glossy: yes, 60 Hz
Storage
128 GB eMMC Flash, 128 GB 
, 105 GB free
Connections
1 USB 2.0, USB-C Power Delivery (PD), Audio Connections: 3,5 mm jack, USB-C, Card Reader: microSD slot up to 512GB (exFAT support), 1 Fingerprint Reader, NFC, Brightness Sensor, Sensors: acceleration sensor, gyroscope, proximity sensor, OTG, FM radio, notification LED, Miracast
Networking
802.11 b/g/n (b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/), Bluetooth 4.2, 2G (850/​900/​1800/​1900), 3G (B1/​B2/​B5/​B8), 4G (B1/​B3/​B5/​B7/​B8/​B20/​B28/​B38/​B40/​B41), Dual SIM, LTE, GPS
Size
height x width x depth (in mm): 8.7 x 160.97 x 75.99 ( = 0.34 x 6.34 x 2.99 in)
Battery
4000 mAh Lithium-Ion
Operating System
Android 10
Camera
Primary Camera: 48 MPix (f/1.8)+ 5 MP (f/2.2)+ 2 MP + 2 MP; Camera2 API: Level 3
Secondary Camera: 16 MPix
Additional features
Speakers: Mono, Keyboard: Onscreen, USB-Type-C cable, 10 Watt Charger, Android One, 24 Months Warranty, Widevine L1, GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, SAR: 0.397 W/kg head, 1.369 W/kg body, fanless
Weight
180 g ( = 6.35 oz / 0.4 pounds), Power Supply: 45 g ( = 1.59 oz / 0.1 pounds)
Price
219 Euro

 

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Average Score: 66.65% - average
Average of 26 scores (from 46 reviews)
price: 65%, performance: 62%, features: 59%, display: 72% mobility: 78%, workmanship: 76%, ergonomy: 77%, emissions: 96%

Reviews for the Nokia 5.4

77% Nokia 5.4 Smartphone Review - With Android One to the top of its class? | Notebookcheck
With Android One and a dedicated Google Assistant button, the Nokia 5.4 tries to separate itself from the rest of the competition in the mid-range space. However, users, who were hoping to see a significant improvement over the Nokia 5.3, will be left bitterly disappointed…
Nokia 5.4 Review – Style Packed With Stock Android
Source: Cashify English
Since the brand was taken over by HMD Global, Nokia has had its hands full. In fact, in order to stand out, the brand has been releasing smartphones with a focus on providing end users with a clean, stock Android experience. However, the market for budget smartphones has evolved over time, and Nokia has had to work double-time to stay ahead of the competition. On that note, Nokia recently released the Nokia 5.4 in India for Rs 13,999, and in this review, we’ll see if the smartphone is worth your money.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 12/11/2021
Nokia 5.4
Source: PC Mag English
The Nokia 5.4 performs well, is durable, and has notably good audio for a budget phone, but the lackluster cameras, average battery life, and lack of 5G are hard to swallow at $250. Our Editors’ Choice, the Samsung Galaxy A32 5G, may cost a little more than the 5.4, but that extra $30 buys a bright and vivid display, better cameras, a battery that will definitely get you through the day, and 5G future-proofed with C-band compatibility. If you really need to stay under the $250 mark, the capable OnePlus Nord N200 5G ($239.99) is another 5G phone that's well worth considering for its large 90Hz display, speedy connectivity, and long-lived battery. If you’re not ready to jump on the 5G bandwagon just yet, the OnePlus Nord N100 is a better-value 4G phone. It offers similar performance, sports an incredible 90Hz display, and costs $70 less than the 5.4. With such excellent budget phones on the market, HMD's Nokia line is going to have to try much harder to stay competitive.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/02/2021
60% Nokia 5.4 review, one month later: Price is a feature
Source: Android Police English
OK, but the display was never going to get better on its own (my mind was just in a hurry to suppress that memory as fast as it could). What about places where the Nokia 5.4 at least had the potential for growth? Software updates? Well, at least the phone finally just got its June update, but for several months there we were stuck on March security patches. More than that, we're still on Android 10. But now we're actually starting to see discounts bring the handset down to the $200 level (and even below) — and down here the phone's beginning to feel a little tempting. Nokia itself has the 5.4 for a cool $200, and better deals are popping up all the time — just a few weeks ago, B&H dropped its price down to $180. While I still have my issues here, that kind of pricing is finally starting to make the Nokia 5.4 worth considering.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/09/2021
Rating: Total score: 60%
60% Nokia 5.4 review: Well-priced but flawed
Source: Expert Reviews English
t’s no surprise that my closing thoughts aren’t exactly positive. The Nokia 5.4 is a decent enough budget phone, but it doesn’t really do anything especially interesting, and the Redmi Note 9T is simply better value according to every single metric. The Nokia 5.4’s price is low enough that a lot of these issues can be excused slightly, but if there’s a much better phone for the same amount of money, you ought to be buying that one instead. You might want to give the Nokia 5.4 a miss.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/23/2021
Rating: Total score: 60%
60% Nokia 5.4 review: Behind the curve
Source: It Pro English
Priced at £130, the Nokia 5.3 was a bargain bucket device that punched well above its weight and made a lasting impression as a result. Standards have since risen across the board though, and we can see phones around the £250 mark offering more robust hardware and 5G support. This means, sadly, that while the Nokia 5.4 has made meaningful strides upon its predecessor, it’s taken a step back compared to the rest of the industry. Its display and camera offer only marginal improvements, while performance and battery life are weaker than last year’s model. We should stress, the Nokia 5.4 is among the best you can get at this price, and you can hardly do better for £150. The price gap between this and the next best thing, however, isn’t as wide as it once was. Push your budget that little bit further, and you suddenly open yourself up to a significant hardware upgrade, with 5G connectivity the cherry on top.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/15/2021
Rating: Total score: 60%
60% Nokia 5.4 review: Striking (out) middle ground
Source: Android Police English
This phone is utterly not for someone who prefers compact, pocket-friendly devices, prioritizes media playback, and wants a really flexible camera package. Like a distressing number of other affordably-priced phones, it feels like the Nokia 5.4 was built around the idea of a physically large screen, all other considerations be damned. If your interests in a phone are also sufficiently myopic, the Nokia 5.4 might be a good fit. The battery life is nice, SIM and expansion options are good to see, and the software won't make you angry. For $250, maybe that's not a bad package.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 05/17/2021
Rating: Total score: 60%
Nokia 5.4 review: Looks good and gets the basics right
Source: Talk Android English
With excellent battery life, a stock Android experience with great software support thanks to Android One, capable cameras, and a bright if slightly lo-res display, the Nokia 5.4 is worth it, especially if you can pick it up during a sale in the US market where it regularly drops to $199. Competing handsets from Realme and Xiaomi muddy the waters somewhat in the UK market, but neither offer the same support in terms of updates or security patches.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/14/2021
Nokia 5.4 review — Mid-range done right
Source: Ausdroid English
Overall the 5.4 is a good mid-range phone. It takes decent pictures, has a reasonable amount of storage space, has a great screen, and a pleasing aesthetic. The phone is easy to set up, use and fits comfortably in hand.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 05/11/2021
60% Nokia 5.4 Review
Source: Trusted Reviews English
The Nokia 5.4 provides an all-round competent budget phone experience, and we’ll always appreciate Nokia’s pure approach to Android. But that no longer feels like enough in today’s competitive budget market, where one or two stand-out features aren’t uncommon. This is a phone that completely underwhelms with its drab screen and sluggish performance, while an improved camera can still only manage acceptable wide shots in good lighting. It isn’t a bad phone by any means, but the Nokia 5.4 simply fails to shine with any of the basics.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 04/27/2021
Rating: Total score: 60%
60% Nokia 5.4 review: Well-priced but flawed
Source: Expert Reviews English
It’s no surprise that my closing thoughts aren’t exactly positive. The Nokia 5.4 is a decent enough budget phone, but it doesn’t really do anything especially interesting, and the Redmi Note 9T is simply better value according to every single metric. The Nokia 5.4’s price is low enough that a lot of these issues can be excused slightly, but if there’s a much better phone for the same amount of money, you ought to be buying that one instead. You might want to give the Nokia 5.4 a miss.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/19/2021
Rating: Total score: 60%
70% Nokia 5.4 review
Source: Tech Advisor English
The Nokia 5.4, overall, is a bit of a swing and a miss compared to its predecessor, let alone the budget market, with the likes of the Realme 7 and Xiaomi Redmi 9 offering a similar level performance with much better displays and, arguably, a better overall look and feel too.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/30/2021
Rating: Total score: 70%
Nokia 5.4 Review: Gives a lag free performance!
Source: The Mobile Indian English
The Nokia 5.4 is a good competitor in its segment. Even though it falls short on some aspects such as the display, it still performs nicely for a phone at this price.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/30/2021
50% Nokia 5.4 review
Source: Techradar English
The Nokia 5.4 is the brand’s latest budget contender. Though it has a sturdy, attractive design, its poor cameras, inconsistent performance, underwhelming screen, and lack of personality mean it is poor value compared to its closest rivals at the price point.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 03/26/2021
Rating: Total score: 50%
Nokia 5.4 review: Striking design, clutter-free UI the only saving grace
Source: Business Standard English
The Nokia 5.4 would have been a good smartphone in the sub-Rs 10,000 price segment. At Rs 13,999 for the base model, the Nokia 5.4 is not just expensive but lacks the zing due to its mediocre cameras and sub-par performance. Consider the Nokia 5.4 for its striking design and clutter-free stock Android user interface. Beyond these, there is not much to like about in the Nokia 5.4.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/09/2021
80% Nokia 5.4 review: A cheap phone you'd be proud to use
Source: Android Central English
Coming less than a year after its predecessor, the Nokia 5.4 is a decidedly iterative update to the 5.3. However, it boasts a much-improved camera to go along with a decent display, excellent battery life, and top-notch software and update schedule. If you can't afford phones that cost $300 or more, you can't really do much better than this.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/09/2021
Rating: Total score: 80%
60% Nokia 5.4 review: a few hits, some misses
Source: 91mobiles English
So, does the Nokia 5.4 make for a good buy, given its starting price of Rs 13,999? To answer that, allow me to quickly recap the smartphone’s hits and misses and here, the device offers reasonably good performance, a day’s worth of battery backup and a capable 48MP sensor. Unfortunately, the smartphone still boots Android 10, doesn’t offer a robust chassis and ships with an HD+ screen. What’s more, the device is a let down in the connectivity department too, as it doesn’t support 5G, or 5GHz Wi-Fi networks. Consequently, unless you’re an ardent Nokia fan and want a stock Android phone, I would suggest you look elsewhere. The Nokia 5.4 is a decent smartphone but as things stand, you can get a much better bang for your buck by opting for devices like the POCO M3 (review)… or if you can stretch your budget a little bit, the POCO X3 (review) or the Narzo 30A (review).
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/04/2021
Rating: Total score: 60% performance: 60% display: 60% mobility: 60% workmanship: 60%
60% Nokia 5.4 review: Almost makes the cut
Source: Gadgets Now English
Nokia 5.4 no doubt stands tall on what Nokia brand is known for. It has got solid build quality, good battery life and a clutter-free user experience. However, at the starting price of Rs 13,999, the smartphone lacks that something extra. A better processor, better display and camera could have solved Nokia’s problem. It’s something a lot of buyers may not be able to overlook.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 02/18/2021
Rating: Total score: 60%
70% Nokia 5.4 Review: More Style Than Substance?
Source: NDTV Gadgets English
The Nokia 5.4 could have been a solid choice in the sub-Rs. 15,000 segment, but the features and performance on offer just aren't competitive enough. The addition of H-Log video capture is unique, but the resolution and framerate restrictions might put a lot of people off. Take this feature away, and the cameras don't really have much else to stand on. Add to this the low-resolution display and the slightly sluggish performance of the 4GB variant, and you end up with a phone that's a little hard to recommend to anyone with a budget limit of Rs. 15,000.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 02/17/2021
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 60% performance: 70% display: 70% mobility: 80% workmanship: 80%
76% Nokia 5.4 Review: A Decent Budget Smartphone For Stock Android Fans
Source: Tech2.in.com English
How often do you come across a budget smartphone with stock Android inside the Rs 10,000 to Rs 15,000 bracket? Chances are, apart from Nokia, these would come from Motorola’s stable. Then again, there are a few customisations, and software updates aren’t Motorola’s forte. This may have been the case a few years ago, but even today, most Chinese smartphone brands go low on price and heavy on bloat. So, it’s nice to have an option for those looking for a very Pixel-like experience at a not so Pixel-like budget.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/17/2021
Rating: Total score: 76% performance: 75% display: 75% mobility: 80% workmanship: 75%
70% Nokia 5.4 review: Buy it if clean software is priority
Source: India Today English
Nokia 5.4 comes as a good option for Rs 13,999 (the cost of 4GB RAM version, 6GB RAM model costs Rs 15,499). I liked the 720p display and how fast the fingerprint sensor works. The cameras also pleased me with their ability to keep the natural colours of the subject intact. The battery lasted for more than a day. And, yes, its arresting design. But there are a few areas where Nokia 5.4 could have been better.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 02/16/2021
Rating: Total score: 70%
70% Nokia 5.4 First Impressions: Stylishly Simple
Source: NDTV Gadgets English
This is a very interesting feature and not something we'd expect in phones at this price level so I'm curious to see how much of an impact it really makes when creating content. Be sure to check back for the full review of the Nokia 5.4, coming soon, in which I'll be testing the phone's performance, battery life, and cameras in much more detail.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 02/10/2021
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 60% performance: 70% display: 80% mobility: 80% workmanship: 80%
Nokia 5.4 First Impression
Source: The Mobile Indian English
Nokia 5.4 may impress Nokia fanboys and customers who want to buy a smartphone with stock Android and that too from non-Chinese brands. It will face a tough challenge from Poco M2, which was recently launched.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 02/10/2021

Foreign Reviews

70% Wo sind die Verbesserungen im Vergleich zum Vorgänger?
Source: Inside Handy German DE→EN
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/05/2021
Rating: Total score: 70%
79% Nokia 5.4 im Labor-Test: Günstiges Einsteiger-Android mit Update-Garantie
Source: Computerbild German DE→EN
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/16/2021
Rating: Total score: 79%
80% Nokia 5.4 Viel Akku und Update-Garantie
Source: Tech Stage German DE→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/23/2021
Rating: Total score: 80%
Lohnt sich der Umstieg vom Nokia 5.3?
Source: Nextpit Germany German DE→EN
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 02/06/2021
Review Nokia 5.4 | Android "puro" não é o suficiente
Source: Canaltech Portuegese PT→EN
Positive: Beautiful design; high gaming performance; great main camera. Negative: High price; poor display; mediocre connectivity.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/05/2021
68% Recensione Nokia 5.4
Source: AndroidWorld.it Italian IT→EN
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/17/2021
Rating: Total score: 68% price: 60% features: 65% display: 70% mobility: 75% workmanship: 75% ergonomy: 75%
80% Recensione Nokia 5.4 by Smartphone Italia
Source: Smartphone Italia Italian IT→EN
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 04/08/2021
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% features: 70% display: 70% mobility: 80% workmanship: 80% ergonomy: 80%
Recensione Nokia 5.4: il prezzo non deve solo calare, deve essere abbattuto
Source: Tutto Android Italian IT→EN
Positive: Elegant design; nice performance. Negative: Relatively high price; poor display.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 05/08/2021
Unboxing Nokia 5.4 by Smartphone Italia
Source: Smartphone Italia Italian IT→EN
Positive: Big screen; nice display; decent hardware; great cameras.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/25/2021
60% Nokia 5.4 - niet meer de prijsvechter
Source: Computer Totaal Dutch NL→EN
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 02/25/2021
Rating: Total score: 60%
Nokia 5.4 còn là sự lựa chọn hấp dẫn trong thời điểm này?
Source: FPT shop VN→EN
Positive: Nice quad cameras; powerful processor; long battery life.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 05/08/2021
Điện thoại Nokia 5.4 chất mà rẻ, người dùng không thể bỏ qua
Source: Danviet VN→EN
Positive: Beautiful design; good price; decent hardware; excellent cameras.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 05/06/2021
Điện thoại Nokia 5.4 chinh phục người Việt, giá rẻ bậc nhất phân khúc
Source: Danviet VN→EN
Positive: Low price; big screen; nice performance; great cameras.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/29/2021
Đánh giá chi tiết Nokia 5.4: Chiếc điện thoại giá rẻ ẩn chứa nhiều thứ hay ho đang đợi bạn khám phá
Source: The Gioididong VN→EN
Positive: Simple design; large battery capacity; quick charging; nice selfie camera; attractive price.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 01/14/2021
Điện thoại Nokia 5.4 ra mắt thị trường Việt: 3 điều ấn tượng nhất
Source: Danviet VN→EN
Positive: Elegant design; solid workmanship; big screen; decent processor; impressive cameras.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 01/12/2021
Trên tay và trải nghiệm nhanh Nokia 5.4: Hoàn thiện tốt, hiệu năng đủ dùng, 4 camera sau chất lượng
Source: Cell Phones VN→EN
Positive: Beautiful design; great built quality; decent performance; nice quad cameras.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/08/2021
Trên tay Nokia 5.4: Giá chỉ 5 triệu trang bị Snapdragon 662, pin 4.000 mAh và phiên bản màu xanh cực quang độc đáo
Source: The Gioididong VN→EN
Positive: Good price; powerful processor; decent battery life; impressive design.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/08/2021
Nokia 5.4 ra mắt: Bắt trọn thế giới muôn màu giá 5 triệu
Source: Nghenhin Vietnam VN→EN
Positive: Attractive price; excellent cameras; decent processor; long battery life.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 01/07/2021
Nokia 5.4 ra mắt: Snapdragon 662, 4 camera sau 48MP, pin 4000mAh, giá từ 5.3 triệu đồng
Source: Genk VN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Powerful processor; nice quad cameras; decent autonomy; attractive price.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 12/16/2020
67% Nokia 5.4 test | yder fornuftigt til prisen
Source: Mere Mobil.dk DA→EN
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/04/2021
Rating: Total score: 67%
60% Nokia 5.4: Budgetmobil med bättre kamera
Source: M3 PC för alla SV→EN
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 05/24/2021
Rating: Total score: 60%
66% Test: Nokia 5.4 – Bra grund
Source: Mobil.se SV→EN
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 02/12/2021
Rating: Total score: 66%
60% Nokia 5.4: Fjärde generationens budgetmobil tar bättre bilder
Source: M3 PC för alla SV→EN
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 01/27/2021
Rating: Total score: 60%
Nokia 5.4: păreri pozitive, se putea și mai bine
Source: Computerblog.ro →EN
Positive: High autonomy; nice main camera; modern design; good price. Negative: Weak processor; poor display.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 02/18/2021

Comment

Qualcomm Adreno 610: Integrated (in the Snapdragon 665) graphics card based on the Adreno 600 architecture. The performance of the GPU is between the Adreno 510 and 512/612 and therefore in the lower mid range. Supports DirectX11_1, Vulkan 1.0, OpenCL 2.0, OpenGL ES 3.2.

Only some 3D games with very low demands are playable with these cards.

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


SD 662: Fast mid-range ARM SoC with 8 CPU Kryo 260 cores (four fast 2 GHz Cortex-A73 cores in a cluster and two power saving 1.8 GHz Cortex-A53 cores) and a rather slow Adreno 610 GPU. Manufactured in a 11 nm LPP process.» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.


6.39":

It is a small display format for smartphones. You shouldn't be severely defective in vision, and you won't see much detail on the screen and only have a small resolution available. For that, the device should be small and handy, easy to transport.

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


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.


66.65%: This rating is poor. More than three quarters of the models are rated better. That is rather not a purchase recommendation. Even if verbal ratings in this area do not sound that bad ("sufficient" or "satisfactory"), they are usually euphemisms that disguise a classification as a below-average laptop.


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

 

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