Overall Score
58.8Category Breakdown
Overall(#3310)58.8
Performance(#10373)54.3
Camera(#917)50.3
Display(#5463)70.5
Battery(#1398)61.5
Build(#11560)66.8
Comparisons Featuring Nokia Lumia 1520
Short Review
- The Nokia Lumia 1520 features a robust design with dimensions of 162.8 x 85.4 x 8.7 mm and a weight of 209 grams, available in multiple colors.
- Its 6.0-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, providing a sharp visual experience at approximately 367 ppi.
- Powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 chipset and a quad-core 2.2 GHz CPU, the performance is smooth, supported by 2GB of RAM.
- The camera system includes a 20 MP rear camera with optical image stabilization, capable of recording 4K video after an update, while the front camera is 1.2 MP.
- The battery capacity is 3400 mAh, supporting wireless charging but lacking fast charging capabilities.
- Running on Microsoft Windows Phone 8, it is upgradable to Windows 10, offering a unique software experience.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, and NFC, but it does not support 5G.
- The device's build quality is solid, although it lacks water resistance.
- Special features include a microUSB 2.0 port and dual-band Wi-Fi support.
- Overall, the Nokia Lumia 1520 combines a large display, capable performance, and a strong camera in a well-built package.
Specifications
General
Release Date2013
Announced2013
DescriptionRM-937 - global versionRM-938 - US versionRM-939 - WCDMA HSPA+ versionRM-940 - AT&T version
Display
Size6"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~367 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 2
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8974 Snapdragon 800 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 2.2 GHz Krait 400
GPUAdreno 330
Memory16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera20 MP
Main Camera Details20 MP, f/2.4, 26mm (wide), 1/2.5", 1.12µm, AF, OIS
Front Camera1.2 MP
Front Camera Details1.2 MP, f/2.4
Video Recording4K@30fps (after WP8 Denim update), 1080p@30fps, stereo sound rec.
Selfie Video720p@30fps
OIS✓
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3400 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3400 mAh, non-removable (BV-4BW)
Charging DetailsWireless (Qi)
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✓
Build & Design
Dimensions162.8 x 85.4 x 8.7 mm, 120.3 cc (6.41 x 3.36 x 0.34 in)
Weight209 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsYellow, white, black, red, green (AT&T)
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, EDR, LE/ aptX after WP8 Denim update
NFC✓
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Software
Operating SystemMicrosoft Windows Phone 8, upgradable to Windows 10
OS VersionMicrosoft Windows Phone 8, upgradable to Windows 10
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, sensor core
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes