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Nokia N97 mini phone review — specs and Genze score

Nokia N97 mini Specifications

Also available as Nokia N97 mini Gold Edition with 18K gold-plated body

Nokia

Released 2009, Sep 15

  • 138g, 14.2mm thickness
  • Symbian 9.4, Series 60 rel. 5
  • 8GB storage, microSDHC

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Category Genze /10 Users /10
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
Genze total: 3.8/10

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Quick specifications

3.2"

360x640 pixels

5MP

480p

128MB RAM

1200mAh

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3.8 /10
Performance 2.3/10
Battery 2.1/10
Display 4.8/10
Camera 4.8/10
Body 5.2/10
Gaming 3.4/10
Software 4.4/10
Connectivity 5.8/10
Sensors 7.2/10
BT 2.0 2009

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Full specifications

Technology GSM / HSPA
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands HSDPA 900 / 1900 / 2100
??? HSDPA 850 / 1900 / 2100 - American version
Speed HSPA 3.6/0.384 Mbps
Announced 2009, September. Released 2009, November
Status Discontinued
Dimensions 113 x 52.5 x 14.2 mm, 75 cc (4.45 x 2.07 x 0.56 in)
Weight 138 g (4.87 oz)
Keyboard QWERTY
SIM Mini-SIM
Type TFT resistive touchscreen, 16M colors
Size 3.2 inches, 28.2 cm2 (~47.6% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 360 x 640 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~229 ppi density)
??? Handwriting recognition
OS Symbian 9.4, Series 60 rel. 5
CPU 434 MHz ARM 11
Card slot microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Internal 8GB 128MB RAM
Single 5 MP, AF
Features Carl Zeiss optics, Dual-LED flash, video light
Video 480p@30fps
Single
Video VGA@15fps
Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo speakers
3.5mm jack Yes
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g, UPnP technology
Bluetooth 2.0, A2DP
Positioning GPS, A-GPS; Nokia Maps
Radio Stereo FM radio, RDS
USB microUSB 2.0
Sensors Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Browser WAP 2.0/xHTML, HTML, Adobe Flash Lite
??? MP3/WMA/WAV/eAAC+ player

WMV/RealVideo/MP4 player

TV-out

Voice command/dial

Document viewer (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, PDF)

Video and photo editor

Predictive text input
Type Removable Li-Ion 1200 mAh battery (BL-4D)
Stand-by Up to 320 h (2G) / 310 h (3G)
Talk time Up to 7 h 10 min (2G) / Up to 6 h (3G)
Music play Up to 32 h
Colors Gold, Cherry Black, Garnet, White
SAR 0.90 W/kg (head) 1.25 W/kg (body)
SAR EU 0.67 W/kg (head)
Price About 120 EUR
Camera Photo
Loudspeaker Voice 68dB / Noise 66dB / Ring 83dB
Audio quality Noise -90.5dB / Crosstalk -91.0dB

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Frequently asked questions

Is Nokia N97 mini worth buying in 2026?

Nokia N97 mini 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 N97 mini?

Nokia N97 mini has a 1,200 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.

What display size does Nokia N97 mini have?

Nokia N97 mini features a 3.20-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.

What is the Genze score for Nokia N97 mini?

Genze rates Nokia N97 mini 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?

Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer and carrier sources, reviewed by our editors where possible, and enriched with Genze scores and community feedback. GenZe Rank is not responsible for errors or omissions. Regional variants, firmware updates, and retailer listings may differ from what is shown here—always confirm critical details on the official product page before you buy.

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