Overall Score
17.9Category Breakdown
Overall(#7654)17.9
Performance(#10705)5.3
Camera(#9182)15.4
Display(#2654)75.1
Battery(#8358)12.3
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#7725)25.6
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring Vertu Constellation
Short Review
- The Vertu Constellation features a luxurious design with polished stainless steel and leather options, ensuring a premium feel.
- Its 3.5-inch AMOLED display offers a resolution of 360 x 640 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 210 ppi.
- Performance is limited, as it lacks RAM and a dedicated chipset, which may affect multitasking capabilities.
- The camera includes an 8 MP rear sensor, capable of recording video at 720p, though it lacks optical image stabilization.
- Battery capacity is 1200 mAh, with no fast charging or wireless charging options available.
- The device runs on Symbian^3, which can be upgraded to Nokia Belle OS, but may feel outdated compared to modern operating systems.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 3.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The phone weighs 164 grams and has dimensions of 118.2 x 54.5 x 12.2 mm, making it relatively compact.
- It also features a headphone jack, catering to users who prefer wired audio.
- Overall, the Vertu Constellation combines luxury design with basic functionality, appealing to a niche market.
Specifications
General
Release Date2011
Announced2011
DescriptionAlso known as Vertu Constellation T- Vertu Constellation Precious in polished stainless steel, diamond trim and black/white alligator skin or Black PVD stainless steel, red gold and black leather
Display
Size3.5"
TypeAMOLED
Resolution360 x 640 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~210 ppi density)
PPI360
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionShatter proof sapphire crystal glass, oleophobic coating
Performance
ChipsetN/A
CPUN/A
GPUN/A
MemoryN/A
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera8 MP
Main Camera FeaturesDual-LED flash
Front CameraN/A
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-5K)
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions118.2 x 54.5 x 12.2 mm (4.65 x 2.15 x 0.48 in)
Weight164 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsStain/Polished stainless steel, brown/black/pink leather or black alligator skin
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth3.0, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, A-GPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemSymbian^3, upgradable to Nokia Belle OS
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass