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Nokia Asha 501 Specifications
Aso known as Nokia Asha 501 Dual Sim with dual-SIM card slots
Nokia
Released 2013, May 15
- 98.2g, 12.1mm thickness
- Nokia Asha software platform 1.0, up to 1.4
- 128MB 64MB 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 | 2.1 | — |
| 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
3.0"
240x320 pixels
3MP
240p
64MB RAM
1200mAh
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Full specifications
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Network
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Technology | GSM |
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| 2G bands | GSM 900 / 1800 - RM-899 850 / 1900 - RM-900 |
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| ??? | GSM 900 / 1800 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 - RM-902 | |
| GPRS | Up to 85.6 kbps | |
| EDGE | Up to 236.8 kbps |
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Launch
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Announced | 2013, May. Released 2013, June |
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| Status | Discontinued |
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Body
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Dimensions | 99.2 x 58 x 12.1 mm (3.91 x 2.28 x 0.48 in) |
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| Weight | 98.2 g (3.46 oz) | |
| SIM | Single SIM (Micro-SIM) or Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by) |
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Display
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Type | TFT, 256K colors |
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| Size | 3.0 inches, 27.9 cm2 (~48.4% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 240 x 320 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~133 ppi density) |
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Platform
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OS | Nokia Asha software platform 1.0, upgradable to 1.4 |
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Memory
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Card slot | microSDHC (dedicated slot), 4 GB included |
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| Internal | 128MB 64MB RAM |
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Main Camera
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Single | 3.15 MP |
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| Video | 320p@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/n |
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| Bluetooth | 3.0, EDR | |
| Positioning | No | |
| NFC | No | |
| Radio | FM radio | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 |
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Features
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Sensors | Accelerometer, proximity |
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| ??? | SNS apps MP4/H.263 player MP3/WAV/AAC player Photo editor Organizer Voice memo Predictive text input |
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Battery
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Type | Li-Ion 1200 mAh, removable (BL-4U) |
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| Stand-by | Up to 1152 h | |
| Talk time | Up to 17 h | |
| Music play | Up to 56 h | |
| Stand-by | Up to 624 h | |
| Talk time | Up to 17 h |
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Misc
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Colors | Bright Red, Bright Green, Cyan, Yellow, White and Black |
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| SAR | 1.41 W/kg (head) | |
| SAR EU | 0.96 W/kg (head) | |
| Price | About 80 EUR |
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Our Tests
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Display | Contrast ratio: 1004:1 (nominal) / 2.672:1 (sunlight) |
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| Camera | Photo | |
| Loudspeaker | Voice 73dB / Noise 68dB / Ring 78dB | |
| Audio quality | Noise -80.4dB / Crosstalk -82.3dB |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Nokia Asha 501 worth buying in 2026?
Nokia Asha 501 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 Asha 501?
Nokia Asha 501 has a 1,200 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What display size does Nokia Asha 501 have?
Nokia Asha 501 features a 3.00-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.
What is the Genze score for Nokia Asha 501?
Genze rates Nokia Asha 501 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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