Nokia Asha 309
$40
Overview
Nokia Asha 309 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2012 with a 3-inch TFT, powerful processor chipset, 2 main camera, and 1110 mAh battery.
Priced at $40, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Nokia Asha 309
The display of Nokia Asha 309 measures 3 inches with TFT technology. Peak brightness reaches 250 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 240x400 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Nokia Asha 309 features 1 rear cameras: 2 main. Video recording supports up to 144p.
The battery of Nokia Asha 309 has 1110mAh capacity with 5.0 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 240 min minutes.
The connectivity of Nokia Asha 309 includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot, and Bluetooth 3.0.
The build of Nokia Asha 309 weighs 102.0g with Plastic frame and glossy-plastic back. Dimensions measure 109.9 x 54 x 13.2 mm.
The software of Nokia Asha 309 runs Android 4.4.2 (KitKat) with Custom UI.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nokia Asha 309
Nokia Asha 309 has a 2 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Nokia Asha 309 has a 1110mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Nokia Asha 309 at $40 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Nokia Asha 309 supports 5.0 wired charging with full charge in approximately 240 min minutes.
Nokia Asha 309 has a 3-inch TFT with 60Hz refresh rate and 250 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Nokia Asha 309 delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.
Key Specifications
Display
3"
Main Camera
2
Chipset
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | N/A |
| 4G LTE Bands | N/A |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM Standby |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2012 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $80 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 109.9 x 54 x 13.2 mm |
| Weight (g) | 102.0 |
| Build Materials | Plastic |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | glossy-plastic |
| Colors | ["White", "Black", "Blue", "Rose Red"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Candybar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | Passive |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | TFT |
| Size (inches) | 3 |
| Resolution (px) | 240x400 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 240:427 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 196 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 43.2 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 250 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 16 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | N/A |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 4.4.2 (KitKat) |
| Update Policy | N/A |
| Chipset | N/A |
| CPU | N/A |
| GPU | N/A |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | 5000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | N/A |
| RAM Type | DDR2 |
| Storage | N/A |
| Storage Type | 20MB 128MB ROM 64MB RAM |
| Storage Speed | emmc-4.5 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDHC (dedicated slot), 2 GB included |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | basic |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 2 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/5-inch |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | f/2.8, 3.2mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | Fixed Focus |
| Pixel Binning | |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 144p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264 |
| Slow Motion | |
| Video Stabilization | |
| Night Mode Features | basic |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | N/A |
| Sensor Size | N/A |
| Aperture | N/A |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 480p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | mp3,wav |
| DAC/Amp | Basic |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| Bluetooth | 3.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | Micro-USB |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | N/A |
| 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 | 5.0 |
| Wired Standard | micro-usb |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 120 min |
| Full Charge Time | 240 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 5w-charger |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 4.4.2 (KitKat) |
| Update Window | N/A |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Custom UI |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Basic |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | phone,charger,usb-cable,headphones,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!