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Nokia 6230#9251

Released: 2003

Nokia 6230

Overall Score

12.8

Category Breakdown

Overall(#9251)12.8
Performance(#10194)12.4
Camera(#2086)39.6
Display(#7271)36.3
Battery(#9915)7.5
Build(#3817)15.2
Connectivity(#10527)6.3
Audio(#1963)8.9

Comparisons Featuring Nokia 6230

Short Review

  • The Nokia 6230, released in 2003, features a compact design with dimensions of 103 x 44 x 20 mm and a weight of 97 grams, making it portable and easy to handle.
  • Its 1.5-inch Active TFT display supports 65K colors at a resolution of 128 x 128 pixels, providing basic visual clarity.
  • Performance is supported by 6GB of RAM and 6MB of internal storage, suitable for minimal tasks typical of its era.
  • The camera is a simple VGA model without optical image stabilization, capable of recording video but lacking a front-facing camera.
  • The battery capacity is 850mAh, offering decent longevity without fast charging or wireless capabilities.
  • The device does not support modern connectivity options like 5G or WiFi, but includes Bluetooth 1.1 for basic wireless connections.
  • The build quality is standard for its time, available in Graphite and Pearl White colors, though it lacks water resistance.
  • The software environment is basic, with no stereo speakers or headphone jack present.
  • Overall, the Nokia 6230 is a straightforward mobile phone focused on essential features.
  • Its design and performance reflect the technology available during its release period.

Specifications

General

Release Date2003
Announced2003
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size1.5"
TypeActive TFT, 65K colors
Resolution128 x 128 pixels, 5 lines, 1:1 ratio (~121 ppi density)
PPI128
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetN/A
CPUN/A
GPUN/A
Memory6MB
Expandable Storage
Card SlotMMC, 32 MB included

Camera

Main CameraVGA
Main Camera FeaturesN/A
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video RecordingYes
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization
Night Mode
Raw Photo Support

Battery

Capacity850 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Ion 850 mAh battery (BL-5C)
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Safety

Dimensions103 x 44 x 20 mm, 76 cc (4.06 x 1.73 x 0.79 in)
Weight97 g
MaterialsN/A
Colors2 - Graphite, Pearl White
Foldable
SAR0.76 W/kg (head)     1.11 W/kg (body)

Connectivity

SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM
Network SpeedN/A
5G
4G
WiFiNo
Bluetooth1.1
NFC
USBPop-Port
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningNo

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackNo

Software & Security

Operating SystemN/A
Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsN/A