Nokia 3230
#11129
Samsung D720
#8436Category Breakdown
Nokia 3230
Samsung D720
Performance
9.717.9
Camera
8.739.6
Display
20.331.4
Battery
5.68.3
Build
17.10.2
Connectivity
6.33.0
Audio
8.987.6
Overall
7.015.1
Summary
- The Nokia 3230 features a slightly larger 2.1-inch TFT display with 65K colors and a resolution of 176 x 208 pixels, while the Samsung D720 has a 1.8-inch TFT display with 256K colors and a resolution of 176 x 220 pixels, offering a higher pixel density.
- In terms of performance, the 3230 is powered by a 123 MHz CPU with 6MB of storage, whereas the D720 has a more capable 192 MHz CPU and 18MB of storage.
- The camera on the 3230 is 1.23 MP compared to the D720's 1.3 MP, with both lacking optical image stabilization.
- The D720 also has a larger 900 mAh battery compared to the 3230's 760 mAh.
- Both devices run on Symbian OS, but the D720 includes stereo speakers, enhancing the software experience.
- Build quality is comparable, with the 3230 being slightly bulkier and lighter than the D720.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Nokia 3230
Samsung D720
General
Release Date
2004
2005
Announced
2004
2005
Description
N/A
N/A
Display
Size
2.1"
1.8"
Type
TFT, 65K colors
TFT, 256K colors
Resolution
176 x 208 pixels (~130 ppi density)
176 x 220 pixels (~157 ppi density)
PPI
176
176
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
TI OMAP 1510
N/A
CPU
123 MHz ARM925T
TI 192 MHz
GPU
N/A
N/A
Memory
6MB
18MB
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
RS-MMC, 32 MB included
MMC-micro
Camera
Main Camera
1.23 MP
1.3 MP
Main Camera Features
N/A
LED flash
Front Camera
N/A
N/A
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
900 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Ion 760 mAh battery (BL-5B)
Removable Li-Ion 900 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)
99 x 47 x 23 mm (3.90 x 1.85 x 0.91 in)
Weight
110 g
115 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black, Red
Black, Red, White
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
0.81 W/kg (head) 0.23 W/kg (body)
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Mini-SIM
Mini-SIM
Network
GSM
GSM
Network Speed
N/A
N/A
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
No
No
Bluetooth
1.1
2.0
NFC
✗
✗
USB
Pop-Port
Proprietary
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✗
✗
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
No
No
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✓
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes, with stereo speakers
Audio Jack
No
No
Software & Security
Operating System
Symbian 7.0s, Series 60 SE UI
Symbian OS 7.0, Series 60 UI
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
N/A
N/A