Overall Score
18.9Category Breakdown
Overall(#7442)18.9
Performance(#9298)23.2
Camera(#2086)39.6
Display(#6985)39.1
Battery(#9388)9.1
Build(#2636)17.4
Connectivity(#9534)10.1
Audio(#115)87.6
Comparisons Featuring Nokia 6290
Short Review
- The Nokia 6290 features a compact design with dimensions of 94 x 50 x 20.8 mm and a weight of 115g, making it portable.
- Its 2.2-inch TFT display supports 16 million colors with a resolution of 240 x 320 pixels, offering decent clarity at approximately 182 ppi.
- Performance is driven by a 369 MHz ARM 11 CPU and 64MB of RAM, which is adequate for basic tasks.
- The rear camera has a resolution of 2 MP, capable of video recording but lacks optical image stabilization and a front-facing camera.
- The battery capacity is 950 mAh, providing limited longevity without fast charging or wireless capabilities.
- Running on Symbian OS 9.2 with S60 rel.
- 3.1, the software experience is dated but functional.
- Connectivity options include Bluetooth 2.0 and miniUSB 2.0, but it lacks WiFi and NFC support.
- The phone is available in black and light blue colors, with stereo speakers enhancing audio output.
- Overall, the Nokia 6290 is a straightforward device with essential features suitable for basic communication.
- Its build quality and design reflect the era of its release in 2006.
Specifications
General
Release Date2006
Announced2006
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size2.2"
TypeTFT, 16M colors
Resolution240 x 320 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~182 ppi density)
PPI240
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetN/A
CPU369 MHz ARM 11
GPUN/A
Memory45MB 64MB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera2 MP
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash
Front CameraCIF videocall camera
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video RecordingYes
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity950 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Ion 950 mAh battery (BL-5F)
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions94 x 50 x 20.8 mm, 88 cc (3.70 x 1.97 x 0.82 in)
Weight115 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack, Light Blue
Foldable✗
SAR0.33 W/kg (head) 0.54 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM / UMTS
Network SpeedYes, 384 kbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiNo
Bluetooth2.0
NFC✗
USBminiUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningNo
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackNo
Software & Security
Operating SystemSymbian OS 9.2, S60 rel. 3.1
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsN/A