The verdict
Neither runs away with it: each wins something.
| Category | 2.3 | 3.2 |
|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 5.0 | 4.9 |
| Performance & hardware | 1.9 | 2.7 |
| Camera | 3.0 | 3.0 |
| Connectivity | 4.8 | 3.5 |
| Battery & charging | 3.8 | 3.5 |
Which one is for you?
Nokia 2.3, if you care about…
- Wi-Fi Standards
- Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
- against Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
- Bluetooth Version
- Bluetooth 5.0
- against Bluetooth 4.2
Nokia 3.2, if you care about…
- RAM Capacity
- 3 GB
- against 2 GB
- Maximum Storage Capacity
- 64 GB
- against 32 GB
- Microphone Count
- 2
- against 1
Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | 2.3 | 3.2 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | MediaTek Helio A22 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 429 |
| Processor Process Size | 12 nm | 12 nm |
| Graphics GPU | PowerVR GE8320 | Qualcomm Adreno 504 |
| Storage Type | eMMC 5.1 | eMMC 5.1 |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 2 GHz Best value | 1.8 GHz |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 32 GB | 64 GB Best value |
| AnTuTu Score | 57,750 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single-Core | 332 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi-Core | 1,145 | — |
| CPU Description | Quad-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 | Quad-core 1.8 GHz Cortex-A53 |
| Processor Type | Quad-Core | Quad-Core |
| 64-Bit Processor | Yes | Yes |
| RAM Capacity | 2 GB | 3 GB Best value |
| RAM Type | LPDDR3 | — |
| Expandable Storage | Yes | Yes |
| AnTuTu version | v7 | — |
| Maximum memory card | — | 400 GB |
Design
| Specification | 2.3 | 3.2 |
|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Cyan, Green, Sand, Black | Black, Grey |
| Body Thickness | 8.7 mm | 8.6 mm Best value |
| Body Width | 75.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Body Height | 157.7 mm | 159.4 mm |
| Weight | 183 g | 181 g Best value |
| Usable Surface | 80.7 % Best value | 80.5 % |
| Body Materials | Glass, Plastic, Polycarbonate | Glass, Plastic |
Battery
| Specification | 2.3 | 3.2 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Capacity | 4,000 mAh | 4,000 mAh |
| Battery Type | Li-Polymer | Li-Ion |
| Fast Charge Power | — | 10 W |
| Battery Features | Non-Removable, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator | Fast Charging, Battery Level Indicator, Rechargeable |
Display
| Specification | 2.3 | 3.2 |
|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 19:9 | 19:9 |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Display Diagonal | 6.2″ | 6.26″ Best value |
| Display Horizontal Resolution | 720 px | 720 px |
| Display Vertical Resolution | 1,520 px | 1,520 px |
| Display Pixel Density | 271 ppi Best value | 269 ppi |
| Display Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | — |
| Display Features | Water Drop Notch, Always-On Display, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, IPS LCD | Touchscreen |
Sensors
| Specification | 2.3 | 3.2 |
|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | — | Rear |
Sensor
| Specification | 2.3 | 3.2 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Accelerometer, Proximity Sensor, Light Sensor | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Proximity Sensor, Compass |
Software
| Specification | 2.3 | 3.2 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 9 | Android 9 |
| OS Family | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 9 | 9 |
| Google Services | Yes | — |
Connectivity
| Specification | 2.3 | 3.2 |
|---|---|---|
| SIM Configurations | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby, Single SIM | Dual Nano-SIM |
| Cellular Bands | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B20, LTE B28, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41 | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B850, 3G UMTS B900, 3G UMTS 2100, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B20, LTE B28, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40 |
| Cellular Technologies | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 4G | GSM, UMTS, HSPA, LTE, 4G |
| Wi-Fi Standards | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) Best value | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n | — |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.0 Best value | Bluetooth 4.2 |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, LE | A2DP, LE, aptX |
| Navigation Systems | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou Best value | GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou |
| Connectivity Features | 3.5 mm Audio Jack, FM Radio, microUSB, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE | 3.5 mm Audio Jack, FM Radio, microUSB, USB 2.0, USB OTG |
| USB Version | microUSB | microUSB |
| SAR American Head | 0.81 W/kg | — |
| SAR American Body | 0.86 W/kg | — |
| SAR (EU) head | 0.41 W/kg | 0.24 W/kg Best value |
| SAR (EU) body | 1.4 W/kg Best value | 1.63 W/kg |
| Max. download speed | 150 Mbps | 150 Mbps |
| Max. upload speed | 50 Mbps | 50 Mbps |
Audio
| Specification | 2.3 | 3.2 |
|---|---|---|
| Microphone Count | 1 | 2 Best value |
| Audio Features | A2DP, LE, Loudspeaker | A2DP, LE, aptX, Loudspeaker |
Technical
| Specification | 2.3 | 3.2 |
|---|---|---|
| Model numbers | TA-1211, TA-1214, TA-1206, TA-1209 | TA-1156, TA-1159, TA-1164 |
