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Nokia 5 phone review — specs and Genze score

Nokia 5 Specifications

For Global market

Nokia

Released 2017, Feb 26

2 / 3 GB RAM · Qualcomm MSM8937 Snapdragon 430 (28 nm)

  • 160g, 8mm thickness
  • Android 7.1.1, up to Android 9.0
  • 16GB storage, microSDXC

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Category Genze /10 Users /10
Battery 5.9
Display 4.7
Performance 4.1
Camera 3.9
Body 5.6
Gaming 4.4
Software 4.4
Connectivity 1.6
Sensors 7.2
Software updates
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Genze total: 4.6/10

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Quick specifications

5.2"

720x1280 pixels

13MP

1080p

2/3GB RAM

Snapdragon 430

3000mAh

Score breakdown

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4.6 /10
Performance 4.1/10
Battery 5.9/10
Display 4.7/10
Camera 3.9/10
Body 5.6/10
Gaming 4.4/10
Software 4.4/10
Connectivity 1.6/10
Sensors 7.2/10
1.40 GHz BT 4.1 2017

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Full specifications

Technology GSM / HSPA / LTE
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only)
3G bands HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
4G bands 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40
Speed HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
Announced 2017, February 26. Released 2017, July 17
Status Discontinued
Dimensions 149.7 x 72.5 x 8 mm (5.89 x 2.85 x 0.31 in)
Weight 160 g (5.64 oz)
Build Glass front (Gorilla Glass), aluminum back, aluminum frame
SIM ?? Nano-SIM
?? Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Type IPS LCD
Size 5.2 inches, 74.5 cm2 (~68.7% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~282 ppi density)
Protection Corning Gorilla Glass (unspecified version)
OS Android 7.1.1 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie)
Chipset Qualcomm MSM8937 Snapdragon 430 (28 nm)
CPU Octa-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
GPU Adreno 505
Card slot microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Internal 16GB 2GB RAM, 16GB 3GB RAM
??? eMMC 5.1
Single 13 MP, f/2.0, 1/3.1", 1.12??m, PDAF
Features Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR
Video 1080p@30fps
Single 8 MP, f/2.0, 1/4.0", 1.12??m
Video 1080p@30fps
Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack Yes
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth 4.1, A2DP, LE
Positioning GPS
NFC Yes
Radio FM radio
USB microUSB 2.0, OTG
Sensors Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Type Li-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable
Colors Tempered Blue, Silver, Matte Black, Copper
Models TA-1053, TA-1024, TA-1044, TA-1027
SAR EU 0.32 W/kg (head) 1.55 W/kg (body)
Price About 170 EUR
Performance GeekBench: 2851 (v4.4)

GFXBench: 5.2fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)
Display Contrast ratio: 916 (nominal), 3.261 (sunlight)
Camera Photo / Video
Loudspeaker Voice 63dB / Noise 70dB / Ring 81dB
Audio quality Noise -94.3dB / Crosstalk -91.9dB
Battery (old) Endurance rating 84h

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Frequently asked questions

Is Nokia 5 worth buying in 2026?

Nokia 5 is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 4.6/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.

What is the battery capacity of Nokia 5?

Nokia 5 has a 3,000 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.

What display size does Nokia 5 have?

Nokia 5 features a 5.20-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.

How much RAM does Nokia 5 have?

Nokia 5 is available with 2 / 3 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.

What is the Genze score for Nokia 5?

Genze rates Nokia 5 4.6/10 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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