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Nokia 9500#5542

Released: 2004

Nokia 9500

Overall Score

54.7

Category Breakdown

Overall(#5542)54.7
Performance(#5194)59.5
Camera(#10941)41.8
Display(#6452)67.5
Battery(#10224)43.5
Build(#12329)63.8

Comparisons Featuring Nokia 9500

Short Review

  • The Nokia 9500, released in 2004, features a robust design with dimensions of 148 x 57 x 24 mm and a weight of 230g, making it relatively bulky for modern standards.
  • Its 4.5-inch TFT display supports 65K colors with a resolution of 640 x 200 pixels, providing a basic visual experience.
  • Performance is driven by a TI OMAP 1510 chipset and a 150 MHz ARM925T CPU, complemented by 80MB of RAM, which is limited by today's standards.
  • The camera is a VGA rear unit with no optical image stabilization or selfie capability, suitable for basic photography.
  • The 1300mAh battery offers standard longevity but lacks fast or wireless charging options.
  • Running on Symbian 7.0s with Series 80 v2.0 UI, the software experience is dated and may not meet current user expectations.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11b and Bluetooth 1.1, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
  • The device lacks stereo speakers and a headphone jack, limiting audio output options.
  • Overall, the Nokia 9500 combines a unique design with basic functionality, reflecting its era while falling short of modern smartphone capabilities.
  • Special features are minimal, focusing primarily on communication rather than multimedia or advanced applications.

Specifications

General

Release Date2004
Announced2004
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size4.5"
TypeTFT, 65K colors
Resolution640 x 200 pixels (~149 ppi density)
PPI640
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetTI OMAP 1510
CPU150 MHz ARM925T
GPUN/A
Memory80MB
Expandable Storage
Card SlotMMC

Camera

Main CameraN/A
Main Camera DetailsVGA
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera DetailsN/A
Video RecordingYes
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS
Night Mode
RAW Support

Battery

Capacity1300 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Ion 1300 mAh battery (BP-5L)
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Design

Dimensions148 x 57 x 24 mm (5.83 x 2.24 x 0.94 in)
Weight230 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsTin Grey
Foldable

Connectivity

SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM
Network SpeedN/A
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11b
Bluetooth1.1
NFC
USBPop-Port
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningNo

Software

Operating SystemSymbian 7.0s, Series 80 v2.0 UI
OS VersionSymbian 7.0s, Series 80 v2.0 UI

Security

Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsN/A

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackNo