There are several new smartphones coming to the Nokia brand with a 5G powered model, the Nokia 8.3, as the main attraction. HMD claims this device is compatible with all international 5G bands, making it the first “global 5G” smartphone.
The device itself is a fair upper mid-range model, featuring the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G chip to enable 5G. It has a 6.81-inch display with a 120Hz refresh rate, 6GB and 8GB RAM options, and 64GB and 128GB internal storage options with MicroSD expansion available, a 4500mAh battery with 18W fast charging, and the Android 10 operating system.
Its rear quad camera set up includes a 64-megapixel main lens with ZEISS Optics and Dual LED flash, a 12-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens, a 2-megapixel macro lens, and a 2-megapixel depth sensor. It also includes a 24-megapixel front-facing camera. Other features include single and dual SIM options, a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, and a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
The Nokia 8.3 is currently set for a summer launch starting at €599 for its 6GB RAM/ 64GB internal storage model, while its 8GB and 128GB internal storage will sell for €649. The device will be available in a Polar Night blue-green color option.
Ideally, Nokia 8.3 users should be able to connect to 5G networks anywhere in the world as HMD Global has also announced its HMD Connect global data roaming service to assist with this feature. Those who sign up with the roaming service will receive a SIM card in the mail and can purchase and manage their data via the HMD connect app. The manufacturer says its service is currently available in over 120 countries, with coverage being added as it collaborates with more networks.
Some have noted that despite having a wide range of 5G compatibility, 600MHz-3.8GHz, the Nokia 8.3 is not able to connect to mmWave 5G. However, most telecom networks also support Sub-6 5G, on which HMD has likely based its claim.
Nokia 5.3 and Nokia 1.3
The other devices HMD has announced include the Nokia 5.3 and the Nokia 1.3, which are respectively mid-range and low-end smartphone models.
The Nokia 5.3 brings a quad-camera set up to the mid-range space, which includes a 13-megapixel main lens with f/1.8 aperture and LED flash, a 5-megapixel wide-angle-lens, a 2-megapixel depth sensor, and a 2-megapixel macro sensor.
The Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 powered device also features a 6.55-inch HD+ display with a 20:9 aspect ratio, a chip, 4GB and 6GB RAM options and 64GB of internal storage with microSD expansion up to 512GB, a 4000mAh with 10W charging, and Android 10. It supports Dual SIM, a Fingerprint sensor, USB-C, a 3.5 mm audio jack, and FM Radio
The Nokia 5.3 is set to launch in April, starting at €189. The device will be available in Charcoal, Cyan, and Sand color options.
The Nokia 1.3 is an Android Go device, intended for emerging markets. It features a 5.7-inch HD+ display with a 19:9 aspect ratio, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 215 chip, 1GB of RAM and 16GB of internal storage is microSD expansion up to 400GB, a 3000mAh removable battery with 5w charging, and Android 10. Its cameras include an 8-megapixel rear lens with LED flash and a 5-megapixel front camera. It also supports single and Dual SIM, micro USB, a 3.5mm jack, FM Radio, and Google Assistant.
The Nokia 1.3 is also set to launch in April, selling for €95. The device will be available in Charcoal, Cyan, and Sand color options.
