Nokia Asha 230
#8406
Samsung E898
#9226Category Breakdown
Nokia Asha 230
Samsung E898
Performance
26.929.1
Camera
11.839.6
Display
32.326.3
Battery
11.01.6
Build
15.316.1
Connectivity
14.33.0
Audio
8.90.0
Overall
15.312.9
Summary
- The Nokia Asha 230 features a 2.8-inch TFT display with a resolution of 240 x 320 pixels, while the Samsung E898 has a similar resolution but a smaller form factor.
- In terms of performance, the Asha 230 has 64MB of RAM compared to the E898's 80MB, which may offer slightly better multitasking capabilities.
- Both devices have a 1.3 MP rear camera, but the Asha 230 supports video recording at 320p, whereas the E898's video capabilities are unspecified.
- The Asha 230 is equipped with a 1020 mAh battery, providing a longer usage time than the E898, which lacks a specified battery capacity.
- The Asha 230 runs on the Nokia Asha software platform, while the E898 does not have a specified OS, impacting the overall software experience.
- Build quality is comparable, with the Asha 230 being slightly lighter and thinner than the E898.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Nokia Asha 230
Samsung E898
General
Release Date
2014
2006
Announced
2014
2006
Description
Aso known as Nokia Asha 230 Dual SIM RM-986 with dual-SIM card slots
N/A
Display
Size
2.8"
N/A
Type
TFT, 256K colors
TFT resistive touchscreen, 256K colors
Resolution
240 x 320 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~143 ppi density)
240 x 320 pixels, 4:3 ratio
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
80MB
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
microSD (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
N/A
Battery Details
Li-Ion 1020 mAh, removable (BL-5C)
Removable 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)
99.5 x 50 x 14.6 mm (3.92 x 1.97 x 0.57 in)
Weight
89.3 g
82 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Bright Red, Yellow, Bright Green, White, Cyan, Black
Silver
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
1.07 W/kg (head) 0.77 W/kg (body)
0.64 W/kg (head) 0.53 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIM
Single SIM (Micro-SIM) or Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
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
Proprietary
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✗
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
A-GPS only
No
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
No
Audio Jack
Yes
No
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