
Overall Score
56.6Category Breakdown
Overall(#4398)56.6
Performance(#5904)57.3
Camera(#6096)42.1
Display(#2233)76.3
Battery(#10194)43.5
Build(#8401)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Nokia Lumia 505
Short Review
- The Nokia Lumia 505 features a compact design with dimensions of 118.1 x 61.2 x 11.3 mm and a weight of 131g, making it easy to handle.
- Its 3.7-inch AMOLED display offers a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 252 ppi.
- Performance is powered by a Qualcomm MSM7227A Snapdragon S1 chipset with an 800 MHz Cortex-A5 CPU and Adreno 200 GPU, complemented by 4GB of storage and 256MB of RAM.
- The rear camera boasts an 8 MP sensor capable of recording video at 480p@30fps, while there is no front-facing camera.
- The battery capacity is 1300 mAh, supporting basic usage without fast charging or wireless capabilities.
- Running on Microsoft Windows Phone 7.8, the software experience is limited compared to more recent platforms.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 2.1, but it lacks 5G and NFC support.
- The phone is available in multiple colors, including Black, White, Red, and Pink.
- Overall, the Lumia 505 is a straightforward device with essential features for basic smartphone tasks.
- Its build quality and design reflect Nokia's typical durability and style.
Specifications
General
Release Date2013
Announced2012
DescriptionAlso known as Nokia RM-923
Display
Size3.7"
TypeAMOLED, 65K colors
Resolution480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~252 ppi density)
PPI480
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM7227A Snapdragon S1
CPU800 MHz Cortex-A5
GPUAdreno 200
Memory4GB 256MB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera8 MP
Main Camera Details8 MP
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera DetailsN/A
Video Recording480p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity1300 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 1300 mAh, removable (BP-3L)
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions118.1 x 61.2 x 11.3 mm, 76 cc (4.65 x 2.41 x 0.44 in)
Weight131 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, White, Red, Pink
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMMicro-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 7.2/0.384 Mbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth2.1, EDR
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Software
Operating SystemMicrosoft Windows Phone 7.8
OS VersionMicrosoft Windows Phone 7.8
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes