Overall Score
60.2Category Breakdown
Overall(#2687)60.2
Performance(#1552)68.5
Camera(#2393)44.9
Display(#5421)70.5
Battery(#3427)51.0
Build(#11555)66.8
Comparisons Featuring Nokia G50
Short Review
- The Nokia G50 features a sturdy design with dimensions of 173.8 x 77.7 x 8.9 mm and a weight of 220g, available in Midnight Sun and Ocean Blue colors.
- Its 6.82-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1560 pixels, providing decent clarity at 252 ppi, although it lacks HDR support and has a standard 60Hz refresh rate.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 5G chipset, it delivers reliable performance with an octa-core CPU and options for 4GB or 6GB of RAM.
- The camera system includes a 48 MP main sensor, a 5 MP ultrawide, and a 2 MP depth sensor, capable of recording 1080p video, while the 8 MP front camera serves for selfies.
- The 5000 mAh battery ensures extended usage, supporting 18W charging but no wireless charging.
- Running on Android 11, the device is upgradable to Android 13, providing a modern software experience.
- Connectivity options include 5G support, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, and NFC.
- The phone also features a USB Type-C port and retains a headphone jack.
- Overall, the Nokia G50 combines essential features with solid performance and a functional design.
Specifications
General
Release Date2021, September 22
Announced2021, September 22
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.82"
TypeIPS LCD, 450 nits (typ)
Resolution720 x 1560 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~252 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SM4350 Snapdragon 480 5G (8 nm)
CPUOcta-core (2x2.0 GHz Kryo 460 & 6x1.8 GHz Kryo 460)
GPUAdreno 619
Memory64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC
Camera
Main Camera48 MP
Main Camera Details48 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF5 MP, (ultrawide)2 MP, (depth)
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP, (wide)
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity5000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 5000 mAh
Charging Details18W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions173.8 x 77.7 x 8.9 mm (6.84 x 3.06 x 0.35 in)
Weight220 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsMidnight Sun, Ocean Blue
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE, 5G
5G✓
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GALILEO, BDS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 11, upgradable to Android 13
OS VersionAndroid 11, upgradable to Android 13
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes