Overall Score
57.3Category Breakdown
Overall(#3972)57.3
Performance(#4251)60.3
Camera(#3861)42.4
Display(#3824)70.5
Battery(#5613)43.5
Build(#192)79.8
Comparisons Featuring Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5)
Short Review
- The Nokia 5.1 Plus features a compact design with dimensions of 149.5 x 72 x 8.1 mm and a weight of 160g, utilizing a glass front and back with a plastic frame.
- Its 5.86-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1520 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 287 ppi, though it lacks HDR support.
- Powered by the Mediatek MT6771 Helio P60 chipset, it delivers reliable performance with an octa-core CPU and options for 3GB, 4GB, or 6GB of RAM.
- The camera system includes a 13 MP main sensor paired with a 5 MP depth sensor, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while an 8 MP front camera serves for selfies.
- The 3060 mAh battery supports standard charging but lacks wireless capabilities.
- Running on Android 8.1 with an upgrade path to Android 10, it benefits from the Android One program for a clean software experience.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, and USB Type-C, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The phone is available in Night Black, Glacier White, and Baltic Sea Blue.
- Overall, the Nokia 5.1 Plus offers a solid combination of design, performance, and camera capabilities for everyday use.
Specifications
General
Release Date2018, December 05
Announced2018, July 18
DescriptionVersions: Nokia 5.1 Plus (Global); Nokia X5 (China)
Display
Size5.86"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1520 pixels, 19:9 ratio (~287 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetMediatek MT6771 Helio P60 (12 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A73 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53) - GlobalOcta-core (4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A73 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A53) - China
GPUMali-G72 MP3
Memory32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, f/2.0, PDAF5 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide)
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3060 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3060 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions149.5 x 72 x 8.1 mm (5.89 x 2.83 x 0.32 in)
Weight160 g
MaterialsGlass front, glass back, plastic frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsNight black, Glacier white, Baltic sea blue
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 10, Android One
OS VersionAndroid 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 10, Android One
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes