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Nokia N85#6618

Released: 2008

Nokia N85

Overall Score

23.0

Category Breakdown

Overall(#6618)23.0
Performance(#8603)27.7
Camera(#9511)12.7
Display(#3004)70.7
Battery(#8358)12.3
Build(#3741)15.4
Connectivity(#7993)23.8
Audio(#115)87.6

Comparisons Featuring Nokia N85

Short Review

  • The Nokia N85, released in 2008, features a compact design with dimensions of 103 x 50 x 16 mm and a weight of 128g, available in Copper and Black.
  • Its 2.6-inch AMOLED display supports 16 million colors with a resolution of 240 x 320 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 154 ppi.
  • Performance is driven by a 369 MHz ARM 11 CPU and 74MB of RAM, which is adequate for basic tasks but limited for more demanding applications.
  • The rear camera offers a 5 MP sensor with autofocus, capable of recording video at 480p and lacking optical image stabilization.
  • Battery life is supported by a 1200 mAh capacity, but it does not support fast or wireless charging.
  • The device runs on Symbian OS 9.3 with S60 rel.
  • 3.2, providing a user-friendly interface for its time.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g and Bluetooth 2.0, though it lacks 5G and NFC support.
  • The presence of stereo speakers and a headphone jack enhances the multimedia experience.
  • The build quality is solid, though it lacks water resistance features.
  • Overall, the Nokia N85 combines a functional design with essential features for its era.

Specifications

General

Release Date2008
Announced2008
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size2.6"
TypeAMOLED, 16M colors
Resolution240 x 320 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~154 ppi density)
PPI240
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetN/A
CPU369 MHz ARM 11
GPUN/A
Memory74MB
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot), 8 GB included

Camera

Main Camera5 MP, AF
Main Camera FeaturesCarl Zeiss optics, LED flash
Front CameraCIF videocall camera
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording480p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization
Night Mode
Raw Photo Support

Battery

Capacity1200 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Ion 1200 mAh battery (BL-5K)
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Safety

Dimensions103 x 50 x 16 mm, 76 cc (4.06 x 1.97 x 0.63 in)
Weight128 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsCopper, Black
Foldable
SAR1.03 W/kg (head)     0.79 W/kg (body)

Connectivity

SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 3.6/0.384 Mbps
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g, UPnP & DLNA technology
Bluetooth2.0, A2DP
NFC
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS, A-GPS; Nokia Maps 2.0

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemSymbian OS 9.3, S60 rel. 3.2
Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsAccelerometer