Nokia Asha 230
#8406
Plum Geo
#9293Category Breakdown
Nokia Asha 230
Plum Geo
Performance
26.926.9
Camera
11.839.6
Display
32.37.3
Battery
11.011.2
Build
15.30.2
Connectivity
14.39.4
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
15.312.7
Summary
- The Nokia Asha 230 features a slightly larger 2.8-inch TFT display compared to the Plum Geo's 2.6-inch screen, both with the same resolution but differing pixel density, giving the Asha a clearer image.
- In terms of performance, both devices have 64MB of RAM; however, the Asha's software platform is more recent, potentially offering a better user experience.
- Both phones have a 1.3 MP rear camera, but the Asha can record video at 320p, while the Plum Geo's video capabilities are unspecified.
- The Asha 230 has a 1020 mAh battery, while the Plum Geo offers a slightly larger 1050 mAh capacity, which may provide marginally better longevity.
- Build quality is comparable, with the Asha being lighter and slimmer, while the Plum Geo is slightly bulkier.
- Both devices lack advanced features like water resistance and modern connectivity options.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Nokia Asha 230
Plum Geo
General
Release Date
2014
2012
Announced
2014
2012
Description
Aso known as Nokia Asha 230 Dual SIM RM-986 with dual-SIM card slots
W201 - Single SIM
W200 - Dual SIM
Display
Size
2.8"
2.6"
Type
TFT, 256K colors
TFT resistive touchscreen
Resolution
240 x 320 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~143 ppi density)
240 x 320 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~154 ppi density)
PPI
240
240
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
N/A
N/A
CPU
N/A
N/A
GPU
N/A
N/A
Memory
64MB RAM
64MB ROM, 32MB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
1.3 MP
1.3 MP
Main Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Front Camera
N/A
N/A
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
320p@25fps
Yes
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1020 mAh
1050 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 1020 mAh, removable (BL-5C)
Removable Li-Ion 1050 mAh battery
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
99.5 x 58.6 x 13.2 mm, 66.1 cc (3.92 x 2.31 x 0.52 in)
106.9 x 58.4 x 15.5 mm (4.21 x 2.30 x 0.61 in)
Weight
89.3 g
90 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Bright Red, Yellow, Bright Green, White, Cyan, Black
Black, White, Silver
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
1.07 W/kg (head) 0.77 W/kg (body)
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Single SIM (Micro-SIM) or Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
Dual SIM (Mini-SIM)
Network
GSM
GSM
Network Speed
N/A
N/A
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
No
No
Bluetooth
3.0, A2DP
2.0
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
A-GPS only
No
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Nokia Asha software platform 1.1.1, upgradable to 1.4
N/A
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity
N/A