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Nokia Lumia 505 phone review — specs and Genze score

Nokia Lumia 505 Specifications

Also known as Nokia RM-923

Nokia

Released 2012, Dec 15

Qualcomm MSM7227A Snapdragon S1

  • 131g, 11.3mm thickness
  • Microsoft Windows Phone 7.8
  • 4GB 256MB RAM storage, no card slot

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Category Genze /10 Users /10
Battery 2.3
Display 5.9
Performance 3.1
Camera 4.8
Body 5.2
Gaming 4.4
Software 4.4
Connectivity 5.8
Sensors 7.2
Software updates
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Genze total: 4.3/10

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Quick specifications

3.7"

480x800 pixels

8MP

480p

256MB RAM

Snapdragon S1

1300mAh

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4.3 /10
Performance 3.1/10
Battery 2.3/10
Display 5.9/10
Camera 4.8/10
Body 5.2/10
Gaming 4.4/10
Software 4.4/10
Connectivity 5.8/10
Sensors 7.2/10
BT 2.1 2012

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Full specifications

Technology GSM / HSPA
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands HSDPA 850 / 1900
Speed HSPA 7.2/0.384 Mbps
Announced 2012, December. Released 2013, January
Status Discontinued
Dimensions 118.1 x 61.2 x 11.3 mm, 76 cc (4.65 x 2.41 x 0.44 in)
Weight 131 g (4.62 oz)
SIM Micro-SIM
Type AMOLED, 65K colors
Size 3.7 inches, 39.0 cm2 (~53.9% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~252 ppi density)
Protection Corning Gorilla Glass
OS Microsoft Windows Phone 7.8
Chipset Qualcomm MSM7227A Snapdragon S1
CPU 800 MHz Cortex-A5
GPU Adreno 200
Card slot No
Internal 4GB 256MB RAM
Single 8 MP
Video 480p@30fps
??? No
Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack Yes
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth 2.1, EDR
Positioning GPS
NFC No
Radio Stereo FM radio
USB microUSB 2.0
Sensors Accelerometer, proximity
Type Li-Ion 1300 mAh, removable (BP-3L)
Stand-by Up to 670 h (2G) / Up to 600 h (3G)
Talk time Up to 7 h 30 min (2G) / Up to 7 h 15 min (3G)
Music play Up to 36 h
Colors Black, White, Red, Pink
SAR 0.91 W/kg (head) 0.79 W/kg (body)
SAR EU 0.89 W/kg (head)
Price About 140 EUR

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Frequently asked questions

Is Nokia Lumia 505 worth buying in 2026?

Nokia Lumia 505 is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 4.3/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.

What is the battery capacity of Nokia Lumia 505?

Nokia Lumia 505 has a 1,300 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.

What display size does Nokia Lumia 505 have?

Nokia Lumia 505 features a 3.70-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.

What is the Genze score for Nokia Lumia 505?

Genze rates Nokia Lumia 505 4.3/10 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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