Nokia 3230
#11129
Nokia N70
#9043Category Breakdown
Nokia 3230
Nokia N70
Performance
9.718.1
Camera
8.739.6
Display
20.331.4
Battery
5.69.5
Build
17.116.8
Connectivity
6.312.8
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
7.013.4
Summary
- The Nokia 3230 and Nokia N70 both feature a 2.1-inch TFT display, but the N70 supports 256K colors compared to the 65K colors of the 3230, enhancing visual quality.
- In terms of performance, the N70 has a faster 220 MHz CPU and more RAM at 22MB, compared to the 123 MHz CPU and 6MB RAM of the 3230, resulting in better multitasking capabilities.
- The N70 also boasts a superior 2 MP rear camera versus the 1.23 MP camera of the 3230, allowing for higher resolution images.
- Battery capacity is higher in the N70 at 970 mAh compared to the 3230's 760 mAh, providing longer usage time.
- Both devices run on Symbian OS, but the N70 utilizes a newer version, potentially offering a more refined software experience.
- Build quality is similar, with the N70 being slightly heavier and thicker, but both maintain a compact form factor.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Nokia 3230
Nokia N70
General
Release Date
2004
2005
Announced
2004
2005
Description
N/A
N/A
Display
Size
2.1"
2.1"
Type
TFT, 65K colors
TFT, 256K colors
Resolution
176 x 208 pixels (~130 ppi density)
176 x 208 pixels (~130 ppi density)
PPI
176
176
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
TI OMAP 1510
TI OMAP 1710
CPU
123 MHz ARM925T
220 MHz
GPU
N/A
N/A
Memory
6MB
22MB
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
RS-MMC, 32 MB included
RS-DV-MMC, 64 MB included
Camera
Main Camera
1.23 MP
2 MP
Main Camera Features
N/A
LED flash
Front Camera
N/A
VGA videocall camera
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
QCIF
Yes
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
760 mAh
970 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Ion 760 mAh battery (BL-5B)
Removable Li-Ion 970 mAh battery (BL-5C)
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
109 x 49 x 19 mm, 90 cc (4.29 x 1.93 x 0.75 in)
108.8 x 53 x 21.8 mm, 95.9 cc (4.28 x 2.09 x 0.86 in)
Weight
110 g
126 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black, Red
Silver, Ivory/Pearl, Black (Music Edition)
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
0.81 W/kg (head) 0.23 W/kg (body)
0.51 W/kg (head) 0.65 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIM
Mini-SIM
Mini-SIM
Network
GSM
GSM / UMTS
Network Speed
N/A
Yes, 384 kbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
No
No
Bluetooth
1.1
2.0
NFC
✗
✗
USB
Pop-Port
Pop-Port
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✗
✗
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
No
No
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
No
No
Software & Security
Operating System
Symbian 7.0s, Series 60 SE UI
Symbian OS 8.1a , Series 60 UI
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
N/A
N/A