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Now in 2018, the phone has had a slight price drop, but so has its competitors. So has my verdict changed? Read on to find out.READ NEXT: Best budget phones to buy in 2018The Nokia 5 is a 5.2in smartphone with an HD screen, a Snapdragon 430 processor, a f...
An unbelievably bright display, Great build quality and design, Excellent battery life...
No 1080p display, Only 2GB of RAM, Camera struggles in low light...
The Nokia 5 has good build quality, a bright display and snappy performance, but you can do better for the money...
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In our experience the best way to get a cheap phone is to buy it SIM-free then grab a great-value SIM-only deal. You won't be paying £50-odd per month for a phone for the next two years, and you can swap it for a newer model whenever you fancy it. All t...
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When I heard that Nokia was coming (albeit just as a brand name through a new company called HMD Global) it gave me a feeling of happiness and nostalgia reminding me of the multitude of old Nokia devices I previously owned.Nokia used to be the ‘go to bran...
The sticking point for me on the Nokia 5 is the SnapDragon 4XX chip processor, considered by many to be an underpowered platform aimed at a lower end price point. For the money at the Nokia 5 price point, a Snapdragon 6XX series processor is what I expect...
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The Nokia 5 was launched by HMD Global at MWC 2017 in February. You'd be forgiven for wondering who HMD Global is, but the company has made a huge splash this year by launching four phones with the Nokia brand: the wonderfully nostalgic Nokia 3310 as well...
We've long been lovers of the Moto G series for the top pick in the budget Android category, but the Nokia 5 knocks it off the top spot. With a better camera, better performance and a stunning design, we are blown away by the low price tag offered here.A...
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READ NEXT: Best budget phones to buy in 2017The Nokia 5 is a 5.2in smartphone with an HD screen, a Snapdragon 430 processor, a front-mounted fingerprint sensor and a 13-megapixel camera.The processor is able to handle intensive tasks, but is let down by t...
An unbelievably bright display, Great build quality and design, Excellent battery life...
No 1080p display, Only 2GB of RAM, Camera struggles in low light...
The Nokia 5 has good build quality, a bright display and snappy performance, but you can do better for the money...
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Smooth PerformanceAlthough the processor in the Nokia 5 is an entry-level Snapdragon, you barely feel any lag in performance. The operations were smooth, which made swapping between apps or running a few parallel operations no big deal. Gaming and navigat...
Disregarding subpar camera functions, the phone definitely feels more premium than its specs suggest...
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thunderbaylive.com Updated:
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Full review & ratings: Adam reviews the Nokia 5 — a great looking budget phone that's unfortunately lacking in a few key areas.Download the AndroidAuthority App:...
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The Nokia 5 is the middle child of the three phones the newly reborn Nokia launched with its return to Australia. While the middle child often gets overlooked, it's the one we found "just right"; the Nokia 3 cuts a few too many features, while the Nokia 6's design...
Great value, Great build quality, Pure version of Android that actually gets updates...
Occasional performance hitches and slowdown, Hit and miss lowlight photography, Only 16GB of storage...
The Nokia 5 is an affordable smartphone that nails the essentials. Occasional performance hitches aside, the $329 device feels like it could command a higher price tag, and Nokia's commitment to rolling out monthly security updates makes the Nokia 5 stand...
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Of the three new Nokia smartphones unveiled at MWC 2017 (along with the rebooted Nokia 3310), the Nokia 5 sits most awkwardly, sandwiched as it is between the better-equipped Nokia 6 and eye-catchingly cheap Nokia 3.It's not that it's a bad phone, but mor...
Surprisingly premium metal design, The latest stock Android software, Fingerprint scanner provides added security...
Photos from camera are a little dark, Storage fills up fast – a microSD card is a must, Load times can be sluggish...
The Nokia 5 is the best-looking smartphone at its price point, but in use it's not quite as sharp as some of its rivals. Battery life struggles when pushed, and you'll need to be patient, as load times can be lengthy...
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I'm tempted to call HMD Global 's Nokia 5 as but the less powerful and more affordable version of the Nokia 6. But really, it's so much more than that. For one, many might find its 'rounder' design language more attractive than the 'boxy' and more ma...
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A few months after their announcement in Mobile World Congress, the new Nokia smartphones are now ready for primetime in the Philippines. HMD Oy, the company that's authorized by Nokia to use their name have officially unveiled the new devices earlier to...
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devontechsupport.com Updated:
2018-04-06 10:12:27
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Of the three new Nokia smartphones unveiled at MWC 2017 (there's also the rebooted Nokia 3310 feature phone), the Nokia 5 sits most awkwardly, sandwiched as it is between the better-equipped Nokia 6 and eye-catchingly cheap Nokia 3. It's not because it's...
The Nokia 5 finds itself in a somewhat tricky position through no fault of its own. For the price it seems to offer an excellent selection of features, but it's surrounded by equally capable handsets above and below it.If you can stretch your budget just...
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Of the three new Nokia smartphones unveiled at MWC 2017 (there's also the rebooted Nokia 3310 feature phone), the Nokia 5 sits most awkwardly, sandwiched as it is between the better-equipped Nokia 6 and eye-catchingly cheap Nokia 3.It's not because it's a...
Affordable price tag, Stylish design, Fingerprint scanner...
Awkward middle child...
For the price, the Nokia 5 seems to offer an excellent selection of features, but it's surrounded by equally capable handsets above and below it...
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With the closing of the MWC 2017 last week, we saw some cool technology showcased in Barcelona, ranging from cars to advanced cloud storage technology. However, in this article we will be looking into the smartphone category and tell you our favourite top...
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Build QualityPhone Set UpFeaturesCamera & VideoBattery LifeNokia has tagged the Nokia 5 as ‘balanced for work and play', but I think it would be more accurate to describe this smartphone as affordable with just a hint of premium.The Nokia 5 is priced at €...
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The Nokia 5 is a 5.2in HD smartphone with a fingerprint sensor, respectable cameras, an octa-core processor and runs on Android 7.1.1 Nougat. The phone was launched in Barcelona for €189 (around £160).Nokia’s conference also showcased the Nokia 3, 6 and a...
The full-metal-bodied Nokia 5 was announced at MWC 2017...
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You'd be forgiven for wondering who HMD Global is, but at MWC 2017 the company made a huge splash by launching four new phones with the Nokia brand: the wonderfully nostalgic Nokia 3310 as well as three mid-range Android phones with excellent price tags...
We're impressed by the Nokia 5, particularly when considering the price tag. It's good-looking with decent specs and we love addition of Android without overcomplicating it with any sort of overlay. We expect the Nokia 5 could become a really popular choi...
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Nokia made a small splash at MWC 2017 with the Nokia 5, a budget smartphone with an expensive-looking full-metal body. The handset will be available in four different colours: silver, copper, matte black and, in a stylish addition, tempered blue. The han...
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Nokia has announced a trio of global smartphones at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona. With the Nokia 6 leading the charge, and the Nokia 3 bringing up the rear, it's the Nokia 5 that sits in the middle. Priced at just €189, it's a fully-fledged Android...
Nokia's strategy is to offer a selection of affordable Android smartphones, carrying that Nokia name and giving you a no compromise design and build. That's been achieved and although we don't think that the Nokia 5 is as good looking as the Nokia 6, ther...
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The Nokia 5 has been around our market for about 9 months now. But little did people know that Nokia phones even the entry level ones can be reliable for two years. Take for example the Nokia 5. Read on and know why.Nokia 5 specsHARDWARE AND DESIGNH...
The Nokia 5 is budget Android purist's dream phone. It only costs P8,990 and it gets guaranteed updates and security patches. Cameras are very decent, excellent build quality and a favorable display. The Nokia 5 should be on your list when shopping for a...
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The Nokia 5 has two main factors working in its favour – the pure interface with timely Android security and system updates, and the build quality which is one of the best in its price range. Unfortunately, areas like performance and cameras aren't up to...
Solid build quality, Stock Android with regular updates, Dedicated microSD card slot...
Noticeable lags in daily usage, Sub-par cameras, Overpriced considering the competition...
With the Nokia 5, HMD Global has gone back to the basics, and the mainstays of the device are the stock Android software and solid build quality. However, the smartphone lacks in other critical departments. Performance is sub-par for its category – the Sn...
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For a budget-friendly phone, the Nokia 5 looks and feels rather premium. But for many, it's what's on the inside that counts, and that's where the phone's lower price starts to become evident. The question with any budget phone is what compromises had to...
Affordable price, Great design for the price, Smooth, stock-like software experience...
Just 16 GB of storage, 2 GB of RAM and Snapdragon processor aren't the fastest, Photos come out dark, blurry, or over-exposed, Only 720p screen resolution...
The Nokia 5 is a good choice if you care mainly about looks and don't want to spend an arm and a leg. However, if you care about performance, you should probably look elsewhere...
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Successful comeback. After the divorce from Microsoft, Nokia has already come back with several new smartphones. With the 5.2 inch Nokia 5 mid-range model, the manufacturer scored promptly, since there is much to like and only little not to like in its of...
high-quality case, many LTE bands, dual SIM slot, Android 7.1, fingerprint sensor, good 13-MP camera, bright HD display, long battery life, low temperature development...
only 16 GB storage, no USB Type-C connection, display has a blue tint, light halos in a black display...
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The Nokia brand is back on the smartphone stage. HMD Global, the company which now develops and markets phones under the iconic name, has already introduced three Android-powered, budget-friendly handsets: the entry-level Nokia 3, the mid-range Nokia 6...
Great design and build quality, Good battery life, Android software is clean and uptodate, Reliable fingerprint scanner, Decent video recording...
Performance is underwhelming, slow to load, Hit and miss photo quality, Limited internal storage...
All things considered, the Nokia 5 is a pretty smartphone that comes with a clean and up-to-date software, but ultimately disappoints in terms of performance. Some people will undoubtedly find it – as well as its €190 ($222) price tag – appealing, but it...
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Our Nokia 5 review takes an in-depth look at one of Nokia's trio of new affordable phones, freshly launched for 2017.So far this year, Nokia has launched three new Android handsets. All of which are priced at the ‘affordable' end of the smartphone market...
Long battery life, Smart, Lumia-like design, Vanilla Android, NFC...
No Full HD, Limited performance, No Type-C USB...
The Nokia 5 certainly gives a good first impression, with its shiny metal unibody, nostalgic design and low asking price. Boot it up and you're presented with a clean version of Android Nougat, along with expandable storage for filling the phone with your...
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Nokia used to be the star of mobile tech shows, but it's been years since MWC Barcelona showcased a genuinely exciting Nokia phone. Well, that changed this year, as you surely already know. Nokia smartphones are back – albeit through a licensing deal – an...
Design and Build quality, Good display, Monthly security updates...
Inconsistent camera performance, No fast charging, Average performance...
The Nokia 6 is a good enough device for a lot of people, but not for everyone. It's a pity there are few misses here and there that makes it stop short of being an overall well-rounded package that one would've liked it to be...
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