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Nokia 5.1

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Last Updated PriceRs 26,499

Highlights

Nokia’s released three which include the Nokia 2.1, Nokia 3.1 and the man of the hour, the Nokia 5.1. Our focus is definitely on the last of these three smartphones with the device probably being the most power-packed model out of all three. 

Advantages of Nokia 5.1

  • Great Display
  • Decent Battery
  • Dual SIM Slot
  • FM Radio
  • 3.5mm Headphone Jack
  • Compact Design (Easy to Hold)
  • Android One Program
  • Dedicated Slot for SD Card

Disadvantages of Nokia 5.1

  • No USB Type-C
  • No Stereo Speakers
  • No Depth Sensor
  • No Infrared Port

How is Nokia 5.1 different from Nokia 3.1 Plus?

Nokia revived their smartphones legacy by starting manufacturing Android phones. Finally, they understood that windows phones are not the future. The best part of Nokia's phones of the current era is they come with Android One program which is designed to give stock Android experience and help to make the device buttery smooth even after having budget specs. Both Nokia 5.1 and Nokia 3.1 Plus are no different. See for yourself here. Launched in 2018, these phones do have some major differences apart from price and as always we are here to help. Let's start with design, both phones share the aluminum build having IPS LCD display. However, the aluminum used for Nokia 5.1 is more refined as it belongs to the 6000 series. Display wise, Nokia 5.1 comes with 5.5" IPS LCD display with a resolution of 1080x2160 pixels and 439 PPI where Nokia 3.1 Plus comes with 6.0" IPS LCD panel with a resolution of 720x1440 pixels with 268 PPI. So, we can clearly say that Nokia 5.1 houses a better looking and sharper display with rich colors. Performance wise both phones come with octa-core processors with somewhat different chipsets and GPUs. Both phones offer same storage options i.e. 16GB with 2GB RAM and 32GB with 3GB RAM. You can use SD cards with both phones however, Nokia 5.1 gives an option to use two SIMs and a memory card all together where users get a hybrid SIM slot with Nokia 3.1 Plus. Let's talk about cameras, Nokia 5.1 houses a single 16MP camera on the back and an 8MP camera for selfies at front. On the other hand, Nokia 3.1 Plus comes with a dual camera setup on the back with a 13MP standard lens and a 5MP depth sensor. Selfie camera is same as of Nokia 5.1. Lastly, Nokia 5.1 has got a smaller battery for its smaller display and build. It has got 2970 mAh cell as compared to the 3500 mAh cell of bigger Nokia 3.1 Plus.

Does Nokia 5.1 have corning gorilla glass?

Yes, Nokia 5.1 does come with Corning Gorilla Glass protection however, Nokia has not specified the version of it.

How is the camera of Nokia 5.1?

Nokia 5.1 comes with a standard lens of 16MP with dual-tone flash. This camera is capable of recording videos at 1080 at 30fps. On the front, Nokia is giving us an 8MP selfie camera with f/2.0. Overall the camera performance is good, producing sharp images with true colors in daylight and is above average in low light scenarios. Selfie camera is also good and is able to shoot bright images.   

What OS does the Nokia 5.1 have?

Nokia 5.1 comes with Android 8.0 (Oreo) which can be upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie). This is evitable to mention that Nokia 5.1 comes with Android One program which provides nearly stock android like performance and also supports faster updates. 

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Specifications

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    5.5 inchesDisplay
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    3 RAM OR 16 GB 2 GB RAMRAM
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    2970 mAhBattery
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    16 MPBack Camera
General Features
Release Date2018, May
SIM SupportDual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
Phone Dimensions5.95 x 2.78 x 0.32 in
Phone Weightnull
Operating SystemAndroid 8.0 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie); Android One
Display
Screen Size5.5 inches
Screen Resolution1080 x 2160 pixels
Screen TypeIPS LCD capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors
Screen ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass (unspecified version)
Memory
Internal Memory32 GB
RAM3 RAM or 16 GB 2 GB RAM
Card SlotmicroSD, up to 256 GB (dedicated slot)
Performance
ProcessorOcta-core (4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.2 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUMali-T860MP2
Battery
TypeNon-removable Li-Ion 2970 mAh battery
Camera
Front Camera8 MP
Front Flash Lightnull
Front Video RecordingNo
Back Flash LightYes
Back Camera16 MP
Back Video Recording1080p@30fps
Connectivity
BluetoothYes
3GYes
4G/LTEYes
RadioFM radio
WiFiYes
NFCYes