Nokia 3230
#11129
Qtek 8600
#9300Category Breakdown
Nokia 3230
Qtek 8600
Performance
9.725.3
Camera
8.739.6
Display
20.321.2
Battery
5.612.0
Build
17.10.2
Connectivity
6.314.9
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
7.012.7
Summary
- The Nokia 3230, released in 2004, features a 2.1-inch TFT display with a resolution of 176 x 208 pixels, while the Qtek 8600, released in 2006, has a slightly larger 2.2-inch TFT display with a higher resolution of 240 x 320 pixels, resulting in better pixel density.
- In terms of performance, the Qtek 8600 is equipped with a faster 300 MHz CPU compared to the 123 MHz CPU of the Nokia 3230, along with significantly more RAM and storage.
- Both devices have similar camera capabilities, with the Qtek offering a marginally better 1.3 MP rear camera versus the 1.23 MP on the Nokia.
- The Qtek also has a larger battery capacity at 1190 mAh compared to the Nokia's 760 mAh, likely providing better endurance.
- Software-wise, the Nokia runs on Symbian 7.0s, while the Qtek operates on Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0, offering different user experiences.
- Build quality is comparable, with the Qtek being slightly lighter and slimmer than the Nokia.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Nokia 3230
Qtek 8600
General
Release Date
2004
2006
Announced
2004
2006
Description
N/A
Produced by HTC. Renamed to HTC MTeoR
Display
Size
2.1"
2.2"
Type
TFT, 65K colors
TFT, 65K colors
Resolution
176 x 208 pixels (~130 ppi density)
240 x 320 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~182 ppi density)
PPI
176
240
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
TI OMAP 1510
N/A
CPU
123 MHz ARM925T
Samsung 2442 300 MHz
GPU
N/A
N/A
Memory
6MB
64MB RAM, 128MB ROM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
RS-MMC, 32 MB included
microSD (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
1.23 MP
1.3 MP
Main Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Front Camera
N/A
Yes
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
1190 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Ion 760 mAh battery (BL-5B)
Removable Li-Po 1190 mAh battery
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)
112.4 x 46 x 14.8 mm (4.43 x 1.81 x 0.58 in)
Weight
110 g
120 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black, Red
N/A
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
0.81 W/kg (head) 0.23 W/kg (body)
N/A
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
Yes
NFC
✗
✗
USB
Pop-Port
Proprietary
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
Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0 Smartphone
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
N/A
N/A