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Nokia Lumia Icon Specifications
For Verizon USA. Previously known as Nokia Lumia 929.
Nokia
Released 2014, Feb 15
2 GB RAM · Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 (28 nm)
- 167g, 9.8mm thickness
- Microsoft Windows Phone 8
- 32GB 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 |
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| Battery | 4.3 | — |
| Display | 6.4 | — |
| Performance | 5.9 | — |
| Camera | 6.6 | — |
| Body | 5.2 | — |
| Gaming | 6.1 | — |
| Software | 4.4 | — |
| Connectivity | 5.8 | — |
| Sensors | 7.2 | — |
| Software updates | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
5.0"
1080x1920 pixels
20MP
2160p
2GB RAM
Snapdragon 800
2420mAh
5W
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Full specifications
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Network
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Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE |
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | |
| ??? | CDMA 800 / 1900 | |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 | |
| ??? | CDMA2000 1xEV-DO | |
| 4G bands | 4, 13 | |
| Speed | HSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps |
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Launch
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Announced | 2014, February. Released 2014, February |
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| Status | Discontinued |
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Body
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Dimensions | 137 x 71 x 9.8 mm (5.39 x 2.80 x 0.39 in) |
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| Weight | 167 g (5.89 oz) | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
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Display
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Type | AMOLED |
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| Size | 5.0 inches, 68.9 cm2 (~70.9% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~441 ppi density) | |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 | |
| ??? | ClearBlack display |
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Platform
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OS | Microsoft Windows Phone 8, upgradable to Microsoft Windows 10 |
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| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 (28 nm) | |
| CPU | Quad-core 2.2 GHz Krait 400 | |
| GPU | Adreno 330 |
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Memory
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Card slot | No |
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| Internal | 32GB 2GB RAM | |
| ??? | eMMC 4.5 |
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Main Camera
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Single | 20 MP, 1/1.5", 1.12??m, AF, OIS |
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| Features | Zeiss optics, dual-LED flash, panorama | |
| Video | 4K@30fps (after WP8 Denim update), 1080p@30fps, stereo sound rec. |
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Selfie camera
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Single | 1.2 MP |
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| Video | 720p@30fps |
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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 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, DLNA, hotspot |
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| Bluetooth | 4.0, A2DP, EDR, LE/ aptX after WP8 Denim update | |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS | |
| NFC | Yes | |
| Radio | FM radio | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 |
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Features
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Sensors | Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, sensor core |
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Battery
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Type | Li-Ion 2420 mAh, non-removable (BV-5QW) |
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| Charging | Wireless (Qi) | |
| Stand-by | Up to 432 h | |
| Talk time | Up to 16 h 20 min (3G) | |
| Music play | Up to 75 h |
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Misc
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Colors | Black, White |
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| SAR | 0.70 W/kg (head) 0.93 W/kg (body) | |
| Price | About 400 EUR |
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Our Tests
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Battery (old) | Endurance rating 40h |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Nokia Lumia Icon worth buying in 2026?
Nokia Lumia Icon is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 5.7/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.
Is Nokia Lumia Icon good for gaming?
Nokia Lumia Icon scores 61/100 on our gaming index (chipset, display smoothness, and thermals). Casual and mid-tier titles usually run well; for competitive esports, compare frame stability and heating against phones in the same price band.
What is the battery capacity of Nokia Lumia Icon?
Nokia Lumia Icon has a 2,420 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What display size does Nokia Lumia Icon have?
Nokia Lumia Icon features a 5.00-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.
How much RAM does Nokia Lumia Icon have?
Nokia Lumia Icon is available with 2 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.
What is the Genze score for Nokia Lumia Icon?
Genze rates Nokia Lumia Icon 5.7/10 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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