Overall Score
18.4Category Breakdown
Overall(#7547)18.4
Performance(#9453)22.1
Camera(#9511)12.7
Display(#7103)38.9
Battery(#7383)15.2
Build(#3873)15.1
Connectivity(#8019)23.7
Audio(#115)87.6
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Short Review
- The Nokia N97, released in 2009, features a compact design with dimensions of 117.2 x 55.3 x 15.9 mm and a weight of 150g, making it portable yet sturdy.
- It sports a 3.5-inch TFT resistive touchscreen with a resolution of 360 x 640 pixels, providing decent color representation at approximately 210 ppi.
- Performance is driven by a 434 MHz ARM 11 CPU paired with 32MB of RAM, which may struggle with more demanding tasks.
- The camera offers a 5 MP rear sensor with autofocus, capable of recording video at 480p, but lacks optical image stabilization and a front-facing camera.
- Battery life is supported by a 1500 mAh capacity, though it does not support fast or wireless charging.
- The device runs on Symbian 9.4 with Series 60 rel.
- 5, providing a user interface that may feel dated compared to modern standards.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g and Bluetooth 2.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The N97 includes stereo speakers and a standard headphone jack for audio needs.
- Special features include UPnP technology for media sharing over a network.
- Overall, the Nokia N97 is a blend of early smartphone capabilities with a focus on basic functionality.
Specifications
General
Release Date2009
Announced2008
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size3.5"
TypeTFT resistive touchscreen, 16M colors
Resolution360 x 640 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~210 ppi density)
PPI360
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetN/A
CPU434 MHz ARM 11
GPUN/A
Memory32GB 128MB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera5 MP, AF
Main Camera FeaturesCarl Zeiss optics, LED flash, video light
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording480p@30fps
Selfie VideoVGA@15fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity1500 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Po 1500 mAh battery (BP-4L)
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions117.2 x 55.3 x 15.9 mm, 88 cc (4.61 x 2.18 x 0.63 in)
Weight150 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsWhite, Black
Foldable✗
SAR0.90 W/kg (head) 1.25 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 3.6/0.384 Mbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g, UPnP technology
Bluetooth2.0, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, A-GPS; Nokia Maps
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemSymbian 9.4, Series 60 rel. 5
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass