Overall Score
22.6Category Breakdown
Overall(#6681)22.6
Performance(#8010)32.2
Camera(#9182)15.4
Display(#2654)75.1
Battery(#8358)12.3
Build(#3632)15.6
Connectivity(#6393)31.8
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring Nokia N8
Short Review
- The Nokia N8 features a compact design with dimensions of 113.5 x 59.1 x 12.9 mm and weighs 135g, making it portable and easy to handle.
- Its 3.5-inch AMOLED display offers a resolution of 360 x 640 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 210 ppi.
- Performance is driven by a 680 MHz ARM 11 CPU and 256MB of RAM, which may limit multitasking capabilities.
- The standout feature is its 12 MP rear camera, capable of capturing images with autofocus and recording video at 720p.
- Battery capacity is 1200 mAh, supporting basic usage without fast charging or wireless options.
- The device runs on Symbian^3, with an upgrade path to Nokia Belle Refresh, offering a unique user interface.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 3.0, but it lacks 5G and NFC.
- The N8 is available in multiple colors, enhancing its aesthetic appeal.
- While it does not feature stereo speakers, it includes a headphone jack for audio output.
- Overall, the Nokia N8 combines a solid camera with a functional design and basic performance.
Specifications
General
Release Date2010
Announced2010
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size3.5"
TypeAMOLED
Resolution360 x 640 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~210 ppi density)
PPI360
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass
Performance
ChipsetN/A
CPU680 MHz ARM 11
GPUBroadcom BCM2727
Memory16GB 256MB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera12 MP, 1/1.83", AF
Main Camera FeaturesCarl Zeiss optics, Xenon flash, ND filter
Front CameraVGA videocall camera
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording720p@25fps, 720p@30fps (via SW update)
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity1200 mAh
Battery DetailsNon-removable Li-Ion 1200 mAh battery (BL-4D)
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions113.5 x 59.1 x 12.9 mm, 86 cc (4.47 x 2.33 x 0.51 in)
Weight135 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsDark Grey, Silver White, Green, Blue, Orange, Pink, Bronze
Foldable✗
SAR1.09 W/kg (head) 0.85 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 10.2/2 Mbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, UPnP technology
Bluetooth3.0, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, A-GPS; Ovi Maps 3.0
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemSymbian^3, upgradable to Nokia Belle Refresh
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass