Nokia 500
$538
Overview
Nokia 500 is a premium mid-range Android smartphone released in 2011 with a 3.2-inch TFT, Snapdragon 8 chipset, 5 main camera, and 1110 mAh battery.
Priced at $538, it targets users seeking premium mid-range performance.
Specifications of Nokia 500
The display of Nokia 500 measures 3.2 inches with TFT technology and 120Hz refresh rate. Peak brightness reaches 6000 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 360x640 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Nokia 500 features 1 rear cameras: 5 main, 12MP ultrawide. Video recording supports up to 480p.
The battery of Nokia 500 has 1110mAh capacity with 80 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 120 min minutes.
The performance of Nokia 500 is powered by the Snapdragon 8 chipset with Adreno 825 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 150 single-core and 300 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 2405000.
The memory of Nokia 500 offers 16GB RAM with 2GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR5X technology. Storage is UFS Storage 3.1.
The connectivity of Nokia 500 includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g, and Bluetooth 2.1.
The build of Nokia 500 weighs 198g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Water and dust resistance is rated IP68, IP69. Dimensions measure 111.3 x 53.8 x 14.1 mm.
The software of Nokia 500 runs Symbian Anna, upgradable to Nokia Belle OS with MagicOS. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nokia 500
Nokia 500 has a 5 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Yes, Nokia 500 is excellent for gaming with its Snapdragon 8 chipset and 120Hz display. It handles demanding games at high settings with smooth frame rates.
Nokia 500 receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, Nokia 500 supports 5G connectivity with Sub-6GHz bands for fast mobile data. It works with major 5G carriers globally.
Yes, Nokia 500 is water resistant with IP68, IP69 rating. It can withstand submersion in 1.5 meters of fresh water for 30 minutes. Avoid saltwater and high-pressure water.
Nokia 500 has a 1110mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Nokia 500 at $538 is a premium mid-range device offering Snapdragon 8. It's worth buying if you prioritize balanced performance and value.
Nokia 500 supports 80 wired charging with full charge in approximately 120 min minutes.
Nokia 500 is available in 2GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Nokia 500 has a 3.2-inch TFT with 120Hz refresh rate and 6000 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes Yes.
Nokia 500 in Category Rankings
See how Nokia 500 ranks in these categories:
Fast Charging Phones
Supports 80 fast charging
Best Gaming Phones
Powered by Snapdragon 8
5G Phones
Supports 5G connectivity
Best Premium Mid-Range Phones
Premium value at $538
Water Resistant Phones
IP68, IP69 water and dust resistance
Phones Under $1000
Priced at $538
Compact Phones
3.2" display
Android Phones
Runs Android
Verdict
The Nokia 500 delivers strong value for users wanting flagship-tier features at a reasonable price point. The phone excels in stunning display. Consider this phone for flagship-level performance, if you want premium features without paying flagship prices.
Key Specifications
Display
3.2"
Main Camera
5
Chipset
Snapdragon 8
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE / |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | 5G |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2011 |
| Status | Upcoming |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $528.51 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 111.3 x 53.8 x 14.1 mm |
| Weight (g) | 198 |
| Build Materials | Aluminium alloy |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Black/White with covers in Black", "Azure Blue", "Coral Red", "Purple", "Khaki", "Orange", "Green", "Pink", "Silver"] |
| IP Rating | IP68, IP69 |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | Sophisticated cooling system |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | TFT |
| Size (inches) | 3.2 |
| Resolution (px) | 360x640 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 79:171 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 460 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 91 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 6000 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 16 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Symbian Anna, upgradable to Nokia Belle OS |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 8 |
| CPU | 1x 3.21 GHz – Cortex X4 + 3x 3 GHz – Cortex A720 + 2x 2.8 GHz – Cortex A720 + 2x 2.02 GHz – Cortex A720 |
| GPU | Adreno 825 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | Snapdragon X5 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 150 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 300 |
| AnTuTu Score | 2405000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 16GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR5X |
| Storage | 2GB |
| Storage Type | UFS Storage 3.1 |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | basic |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 5 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/1.4" |
| Main Sensor Model | Samsung ISOCELL HP3 |
| Main Lens | f/1.9, 28mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | 0.56µm |
| Ultrawide | 12MP |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 480p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264 |
| Slow Motion | |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 50 |
| Sensor Size | ISOCELL |
| Aperture | f/2.0 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 480p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | N/A |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 2 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | MP3, AAC |
| DAC/Amp | N/A |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g |
| Bluetooth | 2.1 |
| NFC | N/A |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, A-GPS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type-C |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Fingerprint (Under Display, Optical) |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 1110 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 80 |
| Wired Standard | USB 2.0 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 60 min |
| Full Charge Time | 120 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | |
| Battery Health Features | N/A |
Software
| OS at Launch | Symbian Anna, upgradable to Nokia Belle OS |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | MagicOS |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Basic |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | Charger, USB cable, User manual |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | N/A |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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Alex R.
2 weeks ago
Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.
Ben C.
1 month ago
Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.
Chloe D.
3 months ago
The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!
Nokia 500 Review: Solid Performance for the Price
Our comprehensive review of the Nokia 500 covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.
- + Powerful Snapdragon 8 chipset for smooth performance
- + IP68 water and dust resistance
- - Camera performance is average
- - Battery life could be better