Overall Score
37.7Category Breakdown
Overall(#3893)37.7
Performance(#4549)57.2
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#4530)25.1
Build(#1786)67.9
Connectivity(#5266)43.0
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring Nokia C3
Short Review
- The Nokia C3 features a plastic build with a glass front, measuring 159.9 x 77 x 8.7 mm and weighing 184.5g, available in Nordic blue and Sand gold.
- Its 5.99-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1440 pixels at a density of approximately 269 ppi, with a standard 60Hz refresh rate.
- Powered by the Unisoc SC9863A chipset, it includes an octa-core CPU and options for 2GB or 3GB of RAM, providing adequate performance for everyday tasks.
- The rear camera is an 8 MP shooter capable of 1080p video recording at 30fps, while the front camera is a 5 MP unit.
- The device is equipped with a 3040 mAh battery, which does not support fast or wireless charging.
- Running on Android 10, the software experience is straightforward, lacking additional bloatware.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.2, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The phone includes a microUSB 2.0 port and retains a 3.5mm headphone jack.
- Overall, the Nokia C3 is a basic smartphone with essential features suitable for casual users.
- Its design and performance cater to those looking for simplicity and reliability.
Specifications
General
Release Date2020, August 04
Announced2020, August 04
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5.99"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1440 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~269 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetUnisoc SC9863A (28 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x1.6 GHz Cortex-A55 & 4x1.2 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUIMG8322
Memory16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera8 MP, f/2.0, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR
Front Camera5 MP, f/2.4
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video720p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity3040 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3040 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions159.9 x 77 x 8.7 mm (6.30 x 3.03 x 0.34 in)
Weight184.5 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
ColorsNordic blue, Sand gold
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 b/g/n
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 10
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity