Overall Score
42.5Category Breakdown
Overall(#3255)42.5
Performance(#4235)60.4
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#3329)58.9
Battery(#4566)24.2
Build(#1308)76.2
Connectivity(#2766)59.7
Audio(#115)87.6
Comparisons Featuring Nokia 6
Short Review
- The Nokia 6 features a solid build with a glass front protected by Gorilla Glass 3 and an aluminum back, weighing 169g and measuring 154 x 75.8 x 7.9 mm.
- Its 5.5-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, delivering a pixel density of approximately 403 ppi, though it lacks HDR support.
- Performance is driven by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 chipset, with an octa-core CPU and options for 3GB or 4GB of RAM, ensuring adequate multitasking capabilities.
- The rear camera boasts a 16 MP sensor with f/2.0 aperture, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while an 8 MP front camera serves for selfies.
- A 3000 mAh battery powers the device, supporting 10W charging but lacking wireless charging.
- The software runs on Android 7.1.1 Nougat, upgradable to Android 9.0 Pie, providing a relatively smooth user experience.
- Notable features include stereo speakers and a headphone jack, enhancing audio quality.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.1, and NFC, but it does not support 5G.
- The device is available in multiple colors, including Arte Black and Matte Black.
- Overall, the Nokia 6 combines decent specifications with a robust design.
Specifications
General
Release Date2017, January 19
Announced2017
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5.5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~403 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8937 Snapdragon 430 (28 nm)
CPUOcta-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 505
Memory32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera16 MP, f/2.0, 1.0µm, PDAF
Main Camera FeaturesDual-LED dual-tone flash, panorama, HDR
Front Camera8 MP, f/2.0, 1/4.0", 1.12µm, AF
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity3000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details10W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions154 x 75.8 x 7.9 mm (6.06 x 2.98 x 0.31 in)
Weight169 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 3), aluminum back, aluminum frame
ColorsArte Black, Matte Black, Tempered Blue, Silver, Copper
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.1, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 7.1.1 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie)
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass