Overall Score
16.3Category Breakdown
Overall(#8112)16.3
Performance(#6984)38.9
Camera(#9511)12.7
Display(#10554)16.9
Battery(#7847)14.3
Build(#3449)16.0
Connectivity(#6128)33.9
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring Nokia Lumia 530 Dual SIM
Short Review
- The Nokia Lumia 530 Dual SIM features a compact design with dimensions of 119.7 x 62.3 x 11.7 mm and a weight of 129g, available in vibrant colors like bright orange and green.
- It has a 4.0-inch TFT display with a resolution of 480 x 854 pixels, delivering a pixel density of approximately 245 ppi.
- Performance is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 200 chipset, a quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7 CPU, and 512MB of RAM, which supports basic multitasking.
- The device includes a 5 MP rear camera capable of recording video at 480p and lacks optical image stabilization.
- Battery life is supported by a 1430 mAh capacity, but it does not offer fast or wireless charging.
- Running on Microsoft Windows Phone 8.1, the software experience is straightforward, though limited by the OS's app ecosystem.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0, but it lacks 5G and NFC support.
- The phone does not have stereo speakers but includes a headphone jack for audio output.
- Overall, the Lumia 530 is a basic smartphone with essential features suitable for light usage.
- Its build quality and design reflect Nokia's characteristic durability and style.
Specifications
General
Release Date2014
Announced2014
DescriptionAlso known as Nokia Lumia 530 Dual SIM RM-1019
Display
Size4"
TypeTFT
Resolution480 x 854 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~245 ppi density)
PPI480
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm Snapdragon 200 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUAdreno 302
Memory4GB 512MB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera5 MP, 1/4.0"
Main Camera FeaturesN/A
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording480p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity1430 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 1430 mAh, removable (BL-5J)
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions119.7 x 62.3 x 11.7 mm, 86.8 cc (4.71 x 2.45 x 0.46 in)
Weight129 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBright orange, Bright green, White, Dark grey
Foldable✗
SAR0.79 W/kg (head) 1.00 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIMDual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, LE/ aptX after WP8 Denim update
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemMicrosoft Windows Phone 8.1
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer