Overall Score
54.8Category Breakdown
Overall(#5435)54.8
Performance(#11869)51.3
Camera(#5370)42.1
Display(#2201)76.3
Battery(#5610)43.5
Build(#4245)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Nokia Lumia 820
Short Review
- The Nokia Lumia 820 features a compact design with dimensions of 123.8 x 68.5 x 9.9 mm and weighs 160g, available in multiple colors.
- Its 4.3-inch AMOLED display offers a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 217 ppi.
- Performance is powered by a Qualcomm MSM8960 Snapdragon S4 Plus chipset, featuring a dual-core 1.5 GHz Krait CPU and 1GB of RAM, which handles basic tasks adequately.
- The rear camera is an 8 MP unit capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, though it lacks optical image stabilization and a front-facing camera.
- Battery capacity is 1650 mAh, with no fast charging or wireless charging capabilities.
- The device runs on Microsoft Windows Phone 8, which can be upgraded to version 8.1, offering a unique software experience.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0, and NFC support.
- The phone does not support 5G and uses a microUSB 2.0 port for charging and data transfer.
- Notably, it lacks water resistance and stereo speakers but includes a headphone jack.
- Overall, the Lumia 820 combines a solid build with functional performance and camera features for its time.
Specifications
General
Release Date2012
Announced2012
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size4.3"
TypeAMOLED
Resolution480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~217 ppi density)
PPI480
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8960 Snapdragon S4 Plus
CPUDual-core 1.5 GHz Krait
GPUAdreno 225
Memory8GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera8 MP
Main Camera Details8 MP, AF
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera DetailsVGA
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity1650 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Ion 1650 mAh battery (BP-5T)
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions123.8 x 68.5 x 9.9 mm, 83.5 cc (4.87 x 2.70 x 0.39 in)
Weight160 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, Gray, Red, Yellow, White, Blue, Violet
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMMicro-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat3 100/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, EDR, LE/ aptX after WP8 Denim update
NFC✓
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, A-GPS, GLONASS
Software
Operating SystemMicrosoft Windows Phone 8, upgradable to 8.1
OS VersionMicrosoft Windows Phone 8, upgradable to 8.1
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes