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NEC N500iS Specifications
Nec e959 in Asia
Nec
Released 2006, Feb 15
- 95g, 13.6mm thickness
- Feature phone
- 54MB storage, no card slot
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Genze and community ratings are both shown on a /10 scale. Genze is derived from internal model scores and price rules; community averages come from approved reviews (1–10 per category).
| Category | Genze /10 | Users /10 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | 1.4 | — |
| Display | 4.9 | — |
| Performance | 2.3 | — |
| Camera | 4.8 | — |
| Body | 5.2 | — |
| Gaming | 3.5 | — |
| Software | 4.4 | — |
| Connectivity | 5.8 | — |
| Sensors | 7.2 | — |
| Software updates | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
176x220 pixels, 1.9 inch
1.3MP
Video recorder
820mAh
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Full specifications
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Network
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Technology | GSM |
|---|---|---|
| 2G bands | GSM 900 / 1800 / 1900 | |
| GPRS | Class 10 | |
| EDGE | Class 10 |
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Launch
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Announced | 2006, February |
|---|---|---|
| Status | Discontinued |
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Body
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Dimensions | 101 x 48 x 13.6 mm (3.98 x 1.89 x 0.54 in) |
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| Weight | 95 g (3.35 oz) | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM |
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Display
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Type | TFT, 65K colors |
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| Size | ||
| Resolution | 176 x 220 pixels, 1.9 inch | |
| ??? | Second external mono OLED display (39x96 pixels) |
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Memory
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Card slot | No |
|---|---|---|
| Phonebook | 500 entries | |
| Call records | 20 dialed, 20 received, 20 missed calls | |
| Internal | 54MB |
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Main Camera
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Single | 1.3 MP |
|---|---|---|
| Video | Yes |
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Selfie camera
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??? | No |
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Sound
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Loudspeaker | No |
|---|---|---|
| Alert types | Vibration; Downloadable polyphonic ringtones | |
| 3.5mm jack | No |
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Comms
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WLAN | No |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | Yes | |
| Positioning | No | |
| Radio | No | |
| USB | Proprietary |
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Features
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Sensors | |
|---|---|---|
| Messaging | SMS, EMS, MMS, Email | |
| Browser | WAP(Nec e959), iMode(Nec N500iS) | |
| Games | Yes + downloadable | |
| Java | Yes, MIDP 2.0 | |
| ??? | MP3/AAC/MP4 player Predictive text input Organizer Voice memo SyncML |
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Battery
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Type | Removable Li-Ion 820 mAh battery |
|---|---|---|
| Stand-by | Up to 200 h | |
| Talk time | Up to 3 h |
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Misc
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Colors | Black |
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Frequently asked questions
Is NEC N500iS worth buying in 2026?
NEC N500iS is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 3.8/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.
What is the battery capacity of NEC N500iS?
NEC N500iS has a 820 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What is the Genze score for NEC N500iS?
Genze rates NEC N500iS 3.8/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.
Where do these specifications come from?
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