Overall Score
13.9Category Breakdown
Overall(#8883)13.9
Performance(#8580)27.9
Camera(#9509)13.7
Display(#7103)38.9
Battery(#8104)13.4
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#10047)7.5
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring Nokia 5233
Short Review
- The Nokia 5233 features a compact design with dimensions of 111 x 51.7 x 14.5 mm and a weight of 113 grams, making it portable.
- It has a 3.2-inch TFT resistive touchscreen with a resolution of 360 x 640 pixels, providing decent clarity at around 229 ppi.
- Performance is driven by a 434 MHz ARM 11 CPU and 128MB of RAM, which is limited for modern applications.
- The camera is basic, offering a 2 MP rear sensor capable of recording video at 640x360@30fps, while there is no front-facing camera.
- The battery capacity is 1320 mAh, supporting basic usage without fast charging or wireless capabilities.
- Running on Symbian 9.4 with Series 60 rel.
- 5, the software experience is dated and lacks modern app support.
- Connectivity options include Bluetooth 2.0 and microUSB 2.0, but it lacks WiFi and NFC.
- The device is available in black and white colors, though it does not offer water resistance.
- Overall, the Nokia 5233 is a simple device with basic features suitable for essential tasks.
- Its build quality and design reflect the standards of its release year in 2010.
Specifications
General
Release Date2010
Announced2010
DescriptionAlso known as Nokia 5228
Display
Size3.2"
TypeTFT resistive touchscreen, 16M colors
Resolution360 x 640 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~229 ppi density)
PPI360
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetN/A
CPU434 MHz ARM 11
GPUN/A
Memory70MB 128MB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera2 MP
Main Camera FeaturesN/A
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording640x360@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity1320 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Ion 1320 mAh battery (BL-5J)
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions111 x 51.7 x 14.5 mm, 83 cc (4.37 x 2.04 x 0.57 in)
Weight113 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack, White
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM
Network SpeedN/A
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiNo
Bluetooth2.0, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningNo
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemSymbian 9.4, Series 60 rel. 5
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity