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Nokia 500 Specifications
Nokia
Released 2011, Aug 15
- 93g, 14.1mm thickness
- Symbian Anna, up to Nokia Belle OS
- 2GB 256MB RAM storage, microSDHC 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 |
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| Battery | 2 | — |
| Display | 4.8 | — |
| Performance | 2.3 | — |
| Camera | 4.8 | — |
| Body | 5.2 | — |
| Gaming | 3.4 | — |
| Software | 4.4 | — |
| Connectivity | 5.8 | — |
| Sensors | 7.2 | — |
| Software updates | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
3.2"
360x640 pixels
5MP
480p
256MB RAM
1110mAh
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Full specifications
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Network
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Technology | GSM / HSPA |
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100 | |
| Speed | HSPA 14.4/5.76 Mbps |
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Launch
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Announced | 2011, August. Released 2011, September |
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| Status | Discontinued |
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Body
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Dimensions | 111.3 x 53.8 x 14.1 mm, 73 cc (4.38 x 2.12 x 0.56 in) |
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| Weight | 93 g (3.28 oz) | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM |
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Display
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Type | TFT |
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| Size | 3.2 inches, 28.2 cm2 (~47.1% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 360 x 640 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~229 ppi density) |
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Platform
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OS | Symbian Anna, upgradable to Nokia Belle OS |
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| CPU | 1.0 GHz ARM 11 |
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Memory
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Card slot | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
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| Internal | 2GB 256MB RAM |
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Main Camera
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Single | 5 MP |
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| Video | 480p@15fps |
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Selfie camera
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??? | No |
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Sound
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Loudspeaker | Yes |
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| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
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Comms
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WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g |
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| Bluetooth | 2.1, A2DP, EDR | |
| Positioning | GPS, A-GPS | |
| Radio | Stereo FM radio | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 |
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Features
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Sensors | Accelerometer, proximity, compass |
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| ??? | Exchangeable battery covers with multiple home screens (2 included in the retail box) MP4/H.264 player MP3/WAV/??AAC+/WMA player Photo editor Organizer Voice command/dial Predictive text input |
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Battery
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Type | Removable Li-Ion 1110 mAh battery (BL-4U) |
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| Stand-by | Up to 500 h (2G) / Up to 455 h (3G) | |
| Talk time | Up to 7 h (2G) / Up to 5 h (3G) | |
| Music play | Up to 35 h |
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Misc
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Colors | Black/White with covers in Black, Azure Blue, Coral Red, Purple, Khaki, Orange, Green, Pink, Silver |
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| SAR | 1.47 W/kg (head) 1.38 W/kg (body) | |
| SAR EU | 1.18 W/kg (head) | |
| Price | About 110 EUR |
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Our Tests
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Camera | Photo |
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| Loudspeaker | Voice 73dB / Noise 65dB / Ring 75dB | |
| Audio quality | Noise -90.1dB / Crosstalk -91.2dB |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Nokia 500 worth buying in 2026?
Nokia 500 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 Nokia 500?
Nokia 500 has a 1,110 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What display size does Nokia 500 have?
Nokia 500 features a 3.20-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.
What is the Genze score for Nokia 500?
Genze rates Nokia 500 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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