Smartphone Nokia 3 Black Review. Various sensors perform various quantitative measurements and convert physical indicators to signals that the mobile device recognizes

After several years of the actual absence in the market, the Finnish brand Nokia is finally returning to operation. Being under the wing of the HMD Global concern, the company has already managed to present several smartphones to which we previously did reviews, the most budget from Nokia 3 in turn.

The device obtained a stylish body with an aluminum frame, NFC chip and last version Android. But is it enough for popularity on the market, taking into account not the lowest price for its characteristics and frankly weak processor? Read nokia review 3.

Price and main characteristics

Nokia 3 is already presented on official sale at the recommended price of 10,000 rubles. For this money, the buyer receives a smartphone in version 16/2 GB.

Specifications:
Display: 5 ", IPS LCD HD 1280 * 720px (294 PPI);
Processor: MediaTek MT6737 (1.3 GHz) + Video accelerator MALI-T720MP1;
RAM: 2 GB;
inner memory: 16GB + Micro SD Flash Maps up to 128 GB;
Camera: Main - 8 MP, frontal - 8 megapixel;
Communication: Wi-Fi 802.11 A / B / G / N, Bluetooth 4.1, GPS;
Battery: 2630 mAh.
Dimensions: 143x 71.4 x 8.5 mm;
Weight: 140 g

Despite the screen size of 5 inches, the device in dimensions is closer to 5.2 smartphones, which is explained by a relatively large frame around the display. However, the dimensions of Nokia 3 do not interfere with the comfort of the smartphone in the palms of any size, do not experience discomfort with it and miniature female representatives.

Equipment and appearance

The famous Slogan "Connecting People" is still used in the marketing of Nokia gadgets. On the white box of the device, the smartphone itself is depicted on top of a classic handshake, which was actively used in the advertising companies of the past phones of the company. Inside the box, you can find a standard accessory set: Charger, MicroUSB Type-C Cable and headset.

In February 2017, the HMD Global Developer's company introduced its Nokia 3 and Nokia smartphones for the first time. Earlier in China, the older brother of the Nokia trio 6 was represented. All of them are initial devices equipped with budget chipsets. Different display diagonal and some characteristics. They have good corps, and the difference between them in the price goes in a step of $ 50.

But now we have a review of Nokia 3, so we will dwell on it in more detail. Its recommended price on the official site is $ 165. In Ukraine, it is sold for 4299 UAH, in Russia for 9990 p, in Belarus from 268.90 p, not found in Kazakhstan in Kazakhstan.

The device received a budget stuffing, and for which the manufacturer has set the price on the verge of medium budgets, we will find out below.

Design, case materials, sizes and weight

Nokia 3 case is what the smartphone wants to praise. On the front panel we are encountered tempered glass Gorilla Glass unknown generation. It has 2,5d, and without clearances goes into a metal side frame. Oleophobic coating is just one of the best that I had to see. Prints are wiped with one movement.

Over the display, there is a conversational speaker in the center, to the left of which are the sensors of approximation and illumination (they are practically not visible). Left from sensors front-camera. In the right corner neat logo Nokia.

The display contains sensory navigation buttons without backlight. The starting application button is on the right (many have accustomed to see it left) that not everyone will be convenient, you need to get used to it.

The rear panel is made of a soft-touch of plastic, which practically does not leave the fingerprints. To the touch nice, the smartphone with hands does not slip. The main chamber does not protrude, is located in the highlighted zone along with the flash. In the center of the gloss with glossy letters.

Metal lateral frame. The right end is the chromed buttons for adjusting the volume and power. They have a clear click. The buttons are located high, and it would be more convenient to fascinate them below.

Two tray are placed on the left end: for memory card and for two SIM cards.

In 2017, a trend was seen in which manufacturers finally began to get rid of hybrid slots for memory cards combined with a sim card. Nokia 3 does not have to choose between memory and the second operator.

But the connector on the bottom is still microUSB. For about two years already passed, as the Type-C connector appears, and it is still the prerogative of top devices. Next to the USB connector is a sound speaker and a conversational microphone. There are also visited separators for antennas.

On the upper end headphone jack, noise reduction microphone and two more plastic inserts for better signal reception.

The dimensions are as follows: 143.4 x 71.4 x 8.5 mm; Weight 140. The smartphone is not heavy, not fat and pretty compact. Yes, Nokia 3 can be attributed to compact smartphones.

In general, I liked the design. Logos do not interfere and do not attract much attention, and the body can not be called a wash, although there are no sharp corners.

Chipset

Nokia 3 works on the most budget MEDIATEK MT6737 chip, has 4 kernels and built on Arm Cortex-A53 architecture. Made by the old one. The process of 28 nm, and the maximum kernel frequency reaches 1.3 GHz. Graphic chip - Mali-T720. The chip supports work in LTE networks, and this is perhaps its only modern characteristic.

The processor is inclined to heat up a little in difficult tasks, and this is clearly not a gaming solution. However, the work of the chip is stable, and in three consecutive tests Antutu Nokia 3 shows from 27726 to 27175 points.

Uploaded the game Gangstar Vegas from Gameloft. This is a similarity game GTA, only free. It is not bad, you can play with comfort. However, the download speed between the missions is slow, and once the smartphone is simply hung during the game. From the minuses during the game you can attribute the heating of the housing, especially the metal frame, and the location of the speaker is not quite successful for the games.

The smartphone works well with the elements of the interface, but WEB-drawing is the weakest place of the hardware filling, judging by the tests.

Memory

Permanent memory in Nokia 3 - 16 GB. This is the minimum that is now found in the most budget smartphones. It is good that there is a separate memory card slot.

RAM 2 GB, and it also becomes minimum. This is enough to start multiple applications, you can minimize the game, go to the browser and open a few tabs, then return to the game to continue without rebooting. However, if you open 8 tabs in the browser, run the video in the YouTube application, and minimize the game, then YouTube will hang and stop responding, the game "flew" and start the entrance to start moving again, and sites began to slow down. Multitasking is not the nookia horse 3. True, such a script is needed not to everyone.

Autonomy

The first thing I want to say for the autonomy of Nokia 3 is 7 percent charge, while watching a video, the smartphone turned off without any warnings. Hot Finnish guy went English.

The battery is fixed for 2630 mAh. From the standard zoom is charged in 2 hours and 40 minutes, which means no technology fast charging No, it is quite a long time for such a battery volume.

In the games smartphone will last 4 hours and 40 minutes, and it cannot be said that this is a bad indicator. However, the smartphones with good autonomy does not reach a couple of hours.

While watching a video through YouTube, Nokia 3 will lose only 4 hours, which is very small, and usually streaming video pulls almost two times smaller than the game rather than the game.

In general, autonomy on a typical budget level, nothing outstanding. We have to charge the smartphone every day.

Display

Nokia 3 screen screen has 1280x720 resolution. With a diagonal of 5 inches of clarity enough. Here is a fairly acceptable IPS matrix for its price category, with normal viewing angles. Colors are practically not faded at maximum angles, only in one position black leaves red.

Frames on the sides I would like smaller

There is no air interlayer. Eyes from the display do not get tired. PWM, unlike some OLED matrices, is missing.

No advantages from the polarization screen declared by the manufacturer - not noticed.

Sound

The external speaker in the lower end of Nokia 3 does not differ in quality. I would say that he is hoarse and gives a flat sound. No hints for cleanliness and bass. In the headphones, too, nothing special.

However, you do not miss the challenge, since there are standard melodies (including the Nokia Tune corporate call), which are "singing" so that the ears lays out.

Cameras

The main chamber removes in the resolution of 8 megads, and the aperture is disclosed to the value of F / 2.0. AvtoFocus is puzzled, there is a flash. Pixel size 1.12 microns. However, nothing special. Although "on paper" looks not as attractive, in fact, everything is at a decent level. Judge for yourself.

With bad lighting of Nokia 3, like any budget smartphone, takes pictures of low quality. But in good conditions, everything is at the level of the mid-price devices. Below are mapped pictures on Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016) and Nokia 3. The camera in Nokia is superior to the premium Korean smartphone last year.

The front camera has the same characteristics as the main one. The manufacturer declares a good autofocus from both cameras, however, because of a weak chip, it works very slowly, and not always. You have to help tap on display.

The video is removed in HD resolution (30 frames per second), and is written in 3GP format (lower quality, in comparison with MP4).

Communications

In this section, I want to note good communication With GPS satellites. As soon as the search for satellites was launched, Nokia 3 immediately found and contacted nine. The compass also works on perfectly, it is immediately visible on Google maps where you are and in what direction are you heading.

To enjoy GPS navigation without a good connection with the Internet, boot in Google maps The area of \u200b\u200bthe terrain that interests you.

I repeat that the smartphone has 2 slots under Nano-SIM card and supports 4G. Wi-Fi - 802.11 b / g / n. Bluetooth 4.0.

Operating system

The operating system here is clean Android 7. I think this can be attributed to the advantages, since everything looks very simple and pleasant. Standard applications icons are round and non-obsessive. It is possible to create folders with applications on desktops, which also fit into the overall design. Bush S. installed applications Placed list, and caused by swipe up. At the top of the list displays the latest running applications.

If on the desktop swipe left, then the Google browser will open. Yes, and in general, everything is tied to Google's native applications. For example, there are no pre-installed players, and music opens in Play Music. How not and gallery, all pictures and videos are stored in Google photos. There you can synchronize all the Google Drive cloud. In the curtain, everything is also familiar to Android.

Is it possible to call clean android advantage? Perhaps yes, since if you are developing this operating system, even a child can figure out the interface. However, I do not think that the Nokia 3 model, on the outdated MediaTek chip, will receive updates to the 8th version. Nevertheless, the manufacturer promised that it will update all three models (Nokia 3, 5 and 6) to Android O.

Features

After detailed review It is difficult to designate any features. Clean Android, without pre-installed unnecessary applications and shells - this is what Nokia 3 can highlight on competitors. The camera with good lighting removes worthy, and not every "Chinese" with a large number of megapixels will show the same result.

Alternatives

But alternatives for this price can be found enough.

Nokia 3 - a compact smartphone with a 5-inch screen and "clean" (and, it means promptly updated) version Android 7. In this detailed review, we find out whether it is worth paying 10,000 rubles (this is the price of Nokia 3 in Russia) for a qualitatively made, but weak according to the characteristics a device with a famous, but by many already subsided by a brand.

Recall that three new Android smartphones under the famous trademark presented at the MWC 2017 were developed in the Finnish company HMD Global, the main backbone of which was former Nokia employees. One of these models - Nokia 6 is positioned as an affordable flagship, the other - Nokia 5 - as a device medium categoryBut the third, which went to us for the test, - as the most affordable smartphone under the legendary brand.

Specifications

• Model: TA-1032
• OS: Android 7.0 (Nougat)
• Processor: 4-nuclear 64-bit MEDIATEK MT6737 processor, Arm Cortex-A53 kernel (up to 1.3 GHz)
• Graphic subsystem: ARM MALI-720 MP2
• RAM: single-channel, 64-bit, 2 GB, LPDDR2 / 3 (640 MHz)
• Built-in memory: 16 GB, microSD / HC / XC memory card slot (up to 128 GB)
• Screen: Capacitive, IPS Matrix, Full Lamination, Diagonal 5 inches, resolution 1280x720 Points, Pixel density by inch 294 ppi, Brightness 450 NIT, Corning Gorilla Glass 2.5D protective glass, oleophobic coating
• Main Camera: 8 MP (pixel size 1.12 μm), Aperture F / 2.0, Autofocus, LED flash, digital zoom (x4), Video recording [Email Protected] FPS.
• Front Camera: 8 MP (pixel size 1.12 μm), aperture F / 2.0, autofocus, 84 degree viewing angle, video recording [Email Protected] FPS.
• Interfaces: Wi-Fi 802.11 b / g / n (2.4 GHz + 5 GHz), Bluetooth 4.2, MicroUSB for charge / synchronization (USB 2.0, USB-OTG), NFC, CTIA 3.5 mm for audio headset
• Network: 2G, 3G (HSPA +, up to 42 Mbps), 4G Cat.4 (up to 150 Mbps) LTE-FDD: 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 20, 28, 38, 40
• SIM-Card Configuration: Nanosim (4FF format) + Nanosim (4FF format)
• SIM Card Mode: Dual Sim Dual Standby (DSDS)
• NAVIGATION: GPS, A-GPS
• Radio: FM tuner
• Sensors: accelerometer, gyroscope, compass, lighting and approximation sensors
• Battery: non-removable, lithium-ion, 2 630 mA * h
• Colors: Black, Silver, Indigo, Copper
• Dimensions: 143,4х71,4х8,48 (8.68) mm

Design, Ergonomics

The fact that the appearance of Nokia 3 can detect some features of smartphones from the Lumia line, in general, there is nothing surprising. Oh like "relatives". In general, Nokia 3 can be described as "simple, but tasteful." At the very least, a certain style in the design can be traced and obvious alascapes in it. The model is made in a classic polycarbonate case with an aluminum frame, while the back panel turned out a little rough and pretty pleasant to the touch. Smooth forms of the device without sudden angles complements the protective glass with the 2.5D effect. True, the frames on the sides of the 5-inch screen left quite generous. The diagonal of the display predetermined the overall sizes of the case in terms of (143.4x71.4 mm). It must be said that the "reference" 5-inch turned out to be noticeably "below" (137.9x69.2 mm), although approximately the same in thickness (8.68 mm versus 8.6 mm). But about the weight of Nokia 3 developers modestly silent. There are four options for the color of the new device - black, silver, indigo (on sale can be specified as "blue") and copper. In the latter case, we are talking only about the color of the metal frame, since the hull panels are white.

The entire Facial Nokia 3 panel is not covered with some non-name tempered glass, and Corning Gorilla Glass 2.5D (though, without clarifying the number). Even such a detail emphasizes belonging to a well-known brand.

In the center above the screen turned out to be a "conversational" speaker, to the left of which the lens of the front chamber can be seen, and the right is the Nokia logo.

Sensory control buttons "Back", "Home" and "Recent Applications", designated as "Triangle", "Circle" and "Square", in Nokia 3 dedicated. They are located on the shock under the display. At the same time, the lack of regular backlight their pictograms is difficult to attribute to the advantages of this unit.

The power / locking button was carried out on the right edge of the housing and relatively larger in the size of the volume adjustment rocker.

The left edge was taken by two closed slots, in one of which there are separate seats for two subscriber identification modules (Nanosim format), and the other is intended solely for the MicroSD memory expansion card. The kit with the smartphone, of course, includes both the "key" for locks.

The microUSB connector on the lower end of the case is surrounded by a decorative lattice "multimedia" speaker and a hole for the "conversational" microphone.

The upper end got a 3.5 mm connector (CTIA) for an audio headset and a hole for the second microphone.

The back panel is decorated with the embossed Nokia logo.

In the upper part of it, the photo module appears slightly (the thickness of the case by 0.2 mm increases by 0.2 mm), consisting of a vertically lens of the main chamber and the LED flash.

From the inscriptions at the bottom of the panel, you can find out that this model The smartphone was developed by the Finnish company HMD Global, and made in China.

The quality of materials and assembly quite corresponds to the high rank of the Nokia brand. The dimensions of the 5-inch smartphone allow it quite comfortable to control it with one hand.

Screen

For the Nokia 3 screen, a 5-inch IPS matrix with HD-resolution (1280x720 points) was used, which ensures the density of pixels per inch 294 PPI. Full lamination technology (GFF), which eliminates the air layer between the layers of the display, serves as the main for good anti-reflective properties and reduces the effect of reflection. The manufacturer emphasizes the presence of a polarization filter from the display. Screen viewing angles are quite acceptable for the budget device. The maximum brightness of the passport reaches 450 yards.

The backlight level can be manually controlled, or automatically (option "Adaptive adjustment"). With minimal screen illumination, it is quite comfortable to read in the dark, and at the maximum, the image can be considered even with sunlight. Anttutu Tester and Multitouch Tester programs have managed to recognize at least eight simultaneous clicks on the capacitive screen.

In the "Image Scale on Screen" section, the size of the interface elements is set. Separate font adjustment is supplemented with its preview - small, default, large and maximum. Time-Out of the screen backlighting is easy to enlarge from 15 seconds to 30 minutes. The protective glass of Corning Gorilla Glass 2.5D is made quite high-quality oleophobic coating (the finger slides on the screen very smoothly, small contaminants are easily removed).

Cameras

The main Nokia 3 photo module is unlikely to surprise today. After all, the usual 8 megapixel sensor (ordinary pixels of 1.12 μm in size) was supplemented with an autofocus lens and aperture F / 2.0, as well as a LED flash. The maximum resolution of the pictures is 3264x2448 points (8 megapixel) at a ratio of the parties 4: 3. Wherein, high quality And the detail of the image, even with good illumination, this camera did not hit. Examples of the photo from the main camera Nokia 3 can be viewed, for example.

A frontal chamber was more interesting, which was equipped with the same 8 megapixel sensor and an aperture lens F / 2.0, and, most importantly, autofocus. At the same time, the viewing angle is 84 degrees. It is not bad for shooting "like a loved one", though, we note that no "improvisers", in addition to the "Retouch" option, is not provided in this case.

Both cameras are able to shoot in HD quality (1280x720 dots, 16: 9) with frame frequency 30 FPS. In addition, the accelerated shooting mode (2x and 3x) is provided. Content is saved in MP4 container files (MPEG-4 Visual - video, AAC - sound).

In the interface of the application "Camera" is offered, for example, activate the HDR mode, as well as resize the photo and video quality (for the worse, of course). In the settings of the shooting, in addition to the "Default" option, the "scene" and "manual" option is also available.

In the latter case, the exposure stage itself is selected, the ISO and white balance sheet, as well as presets for macro shot and landscape. The viewfinder screen is convenient to display the frame of the frame and the level to which you can also add an altitude mark and compass reading. The volume adjustment swing is either for a direct purpose or to descend the shutter, or to scale the image (up to 4 times). By the way, the digital zoom slider can also be displayed on the viewfinder. Quickly open the application "Camera" conveniently by pressing the power / lock key (in case this option is marked in the "Screen" settings).

Sound

"Multimedia" speaker for budget smartphone It sounds quite clean, though, as it seemed, not very loud. Branded application for music player There is no Nokia 3. In stock Only Play Music from Google, which, however, immediately allows you to listen to tracks recorded by codecs to compress audio data without loss of quality (up to 192 kHz, 24 bits). In this case, it is better to use an audio headset or headphones. By the way, the wired audio headset, which is supplied, will need a FM tuner as a shortwave antenna. The broadcast record is not provided by this application.

Stuffing, productivity

The "Flame Motor" Nokia 3 was far from the most recent 64-bit 4-nuclear system on the MediaTek MT6737 crystal, designed by the manufacturer for low-budget smartphones. The "heart" is, as is known, rather weak - the quartet of the nuclei with Arm Cortex-A53 architecture, made in compliance with the designations of 28 nm, is clocked with a frequency of up to 1.3 GHz. Graphic operations takes on an ARM MALI-T720 MP2 accelerator with two actuating blocks. The chip is able to work with two SIM cards and includes modules for IEEE 802.11n Wi-Fi, FM radio, Bluetooth and GPS, while 4G modem supports the LTE CAT mobile terminal category. 4. Nokia 3 has 2 GB of RAM associated with a single-channel controller.

The results of the main synthetic tests were quite predictable. So, on Antutu Benchmark, the smartphone knocked out less than 30 thousand "virtual parrots", on the 3DMark's game benchmark did not overcome the plank in 100 points, and on the setup Ultra High Quality of the visual test Epic Citadel, the average frame rate has remained below 30 FPS. Note that it is only about the HD-resolution of the screen.

The Nokia 3 model equipped 16 GB of integrated memory. You can increase the volume of this storage using MicroSD / HC / XC cards with a capacity of up to 128 GB inclusive. Once again, we note that to expand the memory in this smartphone there is a separate slot. USB-OTG technology support provides additional USB flash drives.

Two Nanosim format subscriber identification modules (4FF) work in DSDS mode (Dual Sim Dual Standby). At the same time, in the 4G LTE-modem network (Cat. 4, up to 150 Mbps) supports "Russian" frequency ranges LTE-FDD: B3 (1 800 MHz), B7 (2,600 MHz) and B20 (800 MHz). In the number of wireless communications in new items in stock Bluetooth 4.2 and Wi-Fi 802.11 b / g / n (5 GHz + 2.4 GHz). Wi-Fi work in two frequency bands The thing is very useful, especially when the network is overloaded with a large number of devices. For a budget smartphone, this is, albeit a small but undoubted plus.

But the undisputed advantage of Nokia 3 can be considered the presence of the NFC interface, which is primarily designed to work with android service Pay. Such an option is favorably distinguished by a new smartphone from other budget devices. By the way, with the help of smartphone NFC. And the applications "Transport Cards of Moscow" managed to read the Balance of the Troika card.

GPS satellites are used to determine the location and navigation, which confirm the results of Androits GPS Test and GPS Test. There are also support for A-GPS technology.

The volume of lithium-ion battery installed in Nokia 3 is 2,630 ma * h. About any quick charge is not talking about in this case. So, it will take about 40-50 minutes to using the standard charger (5 V / 2 A) Fill the battery of such a container at least half.

Antutu Tester battery test issued an unpretentious result of 6 165 points. A set of videos in MP4 format (hardware decoding) and HD quality on full brightness spinning continuously for about 5 hours.

In the "Battery" settings section, you can prohibit or activate the automatic transition to power saving mode at the appropriate battery charge level (5% or 15%).

Software features

One of the main "chips" Nokia 3 is rightfully considered the latest version of the Android 7.0 operating system (Nougat) without any shells over its interface. Nevertheless, a rather weak, according to modern standards, the hardware platform could not not affect the general "thoughtfulness" of the smartphone.

Activation of a pair of simple options in the "Movement" section allows you to reject the call, simply turning the smartphone, and reduce the volume of the signal by taking the device in hand.

With inappropriate, somewhat annoys the lack of a regular inclusion of an indication that displays the battery fill level. Fix this deficiency managed using the System UI Tuner function, which allows you to partially configure android interface. So that the point of the same name appears in the menu, you should call the notification curtain and you almost half a minute hold the icon ("gear wheel") settings. Next, in the System UI TUNER list, you need to select the section "Status String", and already there for the "battery" to stop on the option "Always show a percentage percentage" option. It should be borne in mind that the System UI Tuner feature is experimental.

Purchase, conclusions

Among the technical advantages of the youngest model in the line Android smartphones NokiaFirst of all, it should be noted the latest version of Android 7.0 (Nougat) and the frontal chamber with autofocus. Undoubtedly, the NFC interface will be useful, allowing you to pay for purchases through Android Pay. At the same time, the extension of the built-in memory card storage is not associated with Nokia 3 with an alternative installation of the second SIM card.

Among the minuses of the new smartphone were low performance, a weak main chamber, low autonomy (when watching video) and the absence of a dactyloscopic scanner.

In large retail chains for the Nokia 3 model at the time of testing, 9,990 rubles were asked. As you know, in this price niche, quite a lot of smartphones with similar characteristics. Well, for example, recently visited our test for 8,990 rubles. Recall that it is based on the MEDIATEK MT6737T turbocharged platform and Android 7.0 OS (plus Loncher from Yandex). With the same amounts of memory, due to the increased clock frequency of the processor, this device turns out to be a little nokia quiz 3. The resolution of its 5-inch screen is higher (Full HD against HD), and the main camera received not 8-, and a 13 megapixel sensor. In addition, equipped with a dactyloscopic scanner. On the other hand, the NFC interface does not have, as, however, and the highlighted slot for MicroSD, and the front camera is weaker, moreover, it is deprived of autofocus.

Nokia smartphone survey results

Pros:

• Stock Version Android 7.0 - Let's hope with operational updates
• Frontal camera with autofocus
• NFC Interface
• Separate microSD memory card expansion slot

Minuses:

• Low performance
• Weak main camera
• Low autonomy
• No dactyloscopic scanner

At the MWC 2017 exhibition under the Nokia brand, three Android smartphones of Fincco-Chinese HMD Global were presented. Before the exit, the device we tested today was the most affordable ruler device. In this review, I will tell you what features he possesses and what can interest consumers.

Specifications Nokia 3

• Display: 5 ", IPS, 1280 × 720 pixels
• Processor: MEDIATEK MT6737, 4-core with a frequency of 1.3 GHz
• Graphic accelerator: MALI-T720MP1
• RAM: 2 GB
• Permanent memory: 16 GB
• MicroSD memory card support: up to 128 GB
• Wireless Networks: Wi-Fi 802.11 A / B / G / N, Bluetooth 4.2, NFC
• Main Camera: 8 MP, F / 2,0, Autofocus, Flash
• Front camera: 8 MP F / 2.0, autofocus
• Battery: 2650 mAh
• Dimensions: 143 × 71.4 × 8,5 mm
• Mass: 140 g

The cost of the smartphone is approximately $ 160. Looking at the technical characteristics, just say, it is not clear, for which, except for the logo of the eminomist brand on the case, the manufacturer asks so much money. Let's try to figure out.

Contents of delivery

Nokia 3 comes in a compact cardboard box. Inside nothing special: power adapter (5V / 1A), USB / microUSB cable, clipping closure for SIM cards and microSD, simple headset and many pieces of paper. The smartphone came to me on the test with a noncomptote power adapter and cable, so there are no photos.

Design, Materials, Assembly

The choice of the buyer Nokia 3 provides four options for color solutions: black (like me), blue, silver and white with a copper frame.

The appearance of the smartphone does not have any bright differences from most devices on the market. Accuracy brick with slightly rounded edges. In design you can see some similarity with smartphones Lumia line.

As for personal sensations, I liked the design, there is nothing repulsive in it, but, as it was already said, it is also not particularly distinguished. In general, quite ordinary appearance. Perhaps the inscription on the back cover will be able to hook former Nokia fans at the expense of nostalgia for the glorious toilets.

Case materials are more than practical - 2,5d Glass front, aluminum frame around the perimeter and rear polycarbonate panel, which, at the expense of a matte surface, practically does not attract prints and other traces of use. The quality of the oleophobic glass coating is average.

The assembly of the device is not ideal, when pressing on the back panel you can hear a light creaking. But in case of everyday use, this is a small nuance.

Layout elements

In this issue, everything is both familiar and without frills. Front screen covered with protective glass Corning Gorilla Glass. Above the screen is the front camera, the sensors of approximation and illumination, the slot of the spoken speaker and the Nokia logo closer to the right corner.

Under the screen three touch buttons. Highlights they, alas, are deprived.

On the right face there are a metal power button and the volume keys. They are a little higher than we used to see in other smartphones, but you get used to their location quickly, and the big finger of the right hand lies right on the unlock button.

On the left side we see two slots. The one is higher, accepts 2 Nano SIM cards. And under it there is a separate slot to the microSD format format memory card.

Such a proposal is a rarity in our time, so that support for 2 SIM and memory cards is unconditionally the right decision on the part of the manufacturer and will definitely be definitely.

On the bottom, the microUSB port is located exactly in the center, to the right of it the main microphone, and on the left - two oblong cutouts of the main dynamics. On the right and left of all elements - plastic antennas separators.

From above, an additional noise reduction microphone and an audio jack of 3.5 mm and the same conclusions of the antennas as on the bottom face.

On the rear panel, there is a fiber basic chamber's eyes, below the center the vertically located embossed Nokia logo and at the very bottom - some of the service information.

Ergonomics

With ergonomics from Nokia 3, everything is fine. Thanks to rounded corners and edges, the device is felt more subtle than it actually is. In addition, the dimensions of the smartphone are relatively small, so it is convenient to use it.

Display Nokia 3.

The device is equipped with a 5-inch diagonal display. Matrix installed - IPS. Resolution 1280 × 720 pixels.

The display is excellent - bright, contrast and rich. The viewing angles are maximum, colors and contrast with diagonal and linear deviations are not lost. HD-resolution itself does not give out if not very pepper in the screen at close range.

Adaptive brightness adjustment is perfect, the brightness setting range is also good. Any regular means of setting up color reproduction in the firmware are not provided.

Performance

In terms of technical equipment, Nokia 3 refers to budget devices, although if you look at its cost, then at least questions may arise. And all because there is an inexpensive processor from MediaTek - MTK6737, 4-nuclear, with clock frequency 1.3 GHz. Video accelerator - MALI-T720MP1. With the results of antutu synthetic tests and GeekBench 4, you can read below.

Installed in Nokia 3 2 GB of RAM is enough for adequate operation with 4-6 launched applications, but with some reservation. The more applications in the background, the slower will work the system, so you need to periodically remove unused applications from the multitasking menu. The system itself works more or less smoothly - not too fast, but within the limits permissible.

Playing the smartphone in heavy games you are unlikely to like it, however, it is possible. Simple arcades and casuals work well.

In general, iron is capable of providing the performance necessary for comfortable work in uncomplicated tasks.

Nokia 3 cameras

The main chamber is a module 8 MP, aperture F / 2.0.

The quality of the pictures is the main output module we obtain the average. To get a clear photo, it is necessary to shoot in a good lighting, because when lacking light, it is in principle expected, noise climb. Autofocus sometimes flies. Dynamic range mediocre. White balance sometimes miserably and drives a photo into cold tones, although with the latest update of the camera application, which by the way is updated through Google Play.The problem has practically disappeared. Simply put, the camera is average, quite consistent with the price tag.

The video smartphone writes in the resolution of 720p. Quality is not very, detailing is low, electronic stabilization is present, but does not save the situation.

The front camera is also 8 megapixel, also with autofocus. The quality of the pictures, taking into account the fact that it is a frontal, turned out to be not bad.

Camera app is extremely simple. On the main screen over the descent button there is a shooting modes switch. Right - Video Recording Button. Left - go to the gallery. At the top - the settings button, turn on / disable the flash, switching the camera, timer and HDR. In the settings, you can enable the display of the grid, compass, watermark and enable manual mode With the exposure adjustment, white balance, ISO and focus.

Autonomy

Nokia 3 installed a non-removable battery for 2650 mAh. Capacity below average, however, one battery charge is enough for a full day. The average screen operation time with active use with Wi-Fi compound is more than 5 hours, and with alternate Wi-Fi and 3G can be calculated by 4-4.5 hours.

In general, the day of active work is no problem. Stretch to more possibly, but slight. I did not like what the smartphone is charging quite slowly - more than two hours. Well, of course, the use of an obsolete port of MicroUSB also does not bring joy.

Sound

The sound in the smartphone was not surprised. Normal ordinary sound. Spoken speaker loud, sound quality is good. The main speaker is also not bad. Notification, incoming call, viewing video, listening to music - everything is fine with that.

The sound of music in headphones does not affect quality, but it is not disgusting. Volume reserve abound, sound clean. By the way, as for a complete headset - it is clean here for a tick. Their sound is like a barrel. Well, the design, of course, is so-so, very uncomfortable.

Communications

The Wi-Fi module in Nokia 3 is working normally, not falling off, the range is standard. With Bluetooth 4.2 No problems found. GPS work out perfectly, there is no complaints to positioning. An important moment is that the smartphone, unlike competitors in its price segment, has a NFC module. Due to the presence of this module in Nokia 3, it becomes more than ever by the way.

Firmware and Po

The smartphone is running the purest Android 7.1.1. No third-party shells, launcher unnecessary applications. Shortcate, multi-content - everything is available and works without complaints.

From Nokia in the firmware there is a simple application of support and the aforementioned camera app. They, like Google applications, are updated via Google Play.

I also found a separate unique item in the settings with gestures, which is not in Pure Android. There are only two points: turn the phone to deviate incoming challenge and a decrease in volume when lifting the device from a horizontal surface.

The system works in general is not bad, but sometimes I came across the same bug - the smartphone screen did not respond at all by pressing. This problem is "treated" by re-locking and unlocking the device.

conclusions

Compromise smartphone. He has something that does not have competitors. For example, pure Android with regular updates, which for someone can be a certain advantage, individual slots for the SIM card and MicroSD, which is also rare, well, and the presence of the NFC module is an indisputable plus. Also in the device installed a good IPS screen.

From disadvantages - weak processor and medium chambers. But "Troikhka", like any other apparatus, will probably find its buyer, as he is made rather on the four ... with a small minus.

For several years, Nokia has not been presented at the market at all mobile phones, but 2017 led positive change. Going to the ownership of the brand HMD Global was presented a whole line of new devices - Nokia 3, 5, 6 and 8. Overview 5 and 6 models are already on our website, this time we consider 3, which received a plastic case with a metal base, NFC chip For contactless payments and a relevant version. But in a tough competition, this is not enough to succeed in the world stage, and the stuffing in the phone is frankly weak, let it and is cheap.

Equipment

Nokia 3 smartphone Review showed that it is supplied in a beautiful packaging, which the device itself and the original image of a handshake is decorated. Inside everything is standard: Charger, MicroUSB Cord, Documentation and Headphones.

Nokia 3 design

Smartphone is budget, so it is not to be surprised by plastic as the basic material manufacturing material. The manufacturer did not risk his reputation and took care of the high-quality build assembly. It is plastic, but does not creak and not backup, even when you attach significant efforts. When you hold it in my hands, it seems more expensive devicethan he really is. But Nokia 3 DS Review makes it clear that in terms of design, he can not boast anything. He looks frankly flexible, he has nothing to compare to competitors. Many brand fans expected to see a truly original design, but it turned out a standard angular monoblock, which in many of their own features resembles a series of Lumia.

The choice of buyers is available three options for the colors: white, black or white with gold edge.

The matte polycarbonate case will not call ideal from the point of view of practicality - it quickly collects prints, and from this situation there are only two outputs: wearing with you and regularly use a microfiber cloth or get a stylish bumper.

Nokia 3. dual Sim. The review indicates that the three touch keys are installed under the screen and unfortunately they are devoid of backlight, so they will not be so easy to find them in the darkness. Over time, you get used to it, but still the moment is not pleasant and in our opinion it is not what it is worth saving. Over it we see the self-chamber at 8 megapixel, the conversational speaker and the light sensor.

Power control button and volume adjustment swing is on the right and easily the touch. The location for the location of the keys was selected optimally, they fall exactly under the finger. Buttons have a soft move, not luftyt, and the material of their manufacture is metal.

On the left side - a combined SIM card tray.

Smartphone Nokia 3. black Overview It means that the 3.5 connector under the headset is installed on top, and adjacent to it - an additional noise-repeating microphone.

The USB port for connecting the charger is provided on the bottom face. On the sides of it, we see the microphone and the main speaker.

As the smartphone has shown the Nokia 3 review, on the back side, we see the main chamber on 8 megapixel and a round outbreak. In the center - the corporate logo Nokia.

Display Nokia 3.

The Nokia 3 screen is manufactured using IPS technology, but with a 5 inches diagonal we have HD permission. This led to a small density of pixels per inch - 294 PPI. Display Characteristics nokia phone 3 are weak, because among price competitors you can find and FullHD panels. Covers it 2,5d Protective glass with oleophobic coating good quality. The glass is rounded only to improve the design, no functionality carries it.

The manufacturer declared the level of brightness of 450 NIT, but by making up Nokia 3 Review in Russian We received even the best results - about 520 yarns. The result is good, more and not required for use in a bright sunny day. At the minimum mark, we see 1.9 threads, with such brightness, the eyes will not be tired when reading in a dark room.

The screen is not bad, but not perfect. So, with standard settings, the White acquires a slightly bluish shade, but the situation is corrected. To do this, you can specify your image parameters in the settings, making the colors with warmer and plausible. The rest of the viewing angles are good, the colors are only a bit faded at extreme corners.

Performance

Nokia 3 2017 Overview Mobile Review moves to part of the technical characteristics that are probably his most weak Party. As a processor, a budget chip from MediaTek - MT6737 was chosen, in which 4 kernels of 1.3 GHz lies. Mali-T720mp1 is installed as a graphics accelerator, which should not be expected to be height and high performance in games. There is only one modification of Nokia 3 with 2 GB of RAM and 16 GB of user memory. Without a memory card will be difficult to do, especially since about 30% of the volume takes operating system. As the Nokia 3 DS TA 1032 smartphone showed a copper review, we are dealing with a far from the game device.

If you are interested in games, it is worth paying attention to more productive models, but the rest of the filling has shown itself well - the interface works quickly and stable. But the results of synthetics are difficult to compare with competitors built on a more technological stuffing.

Interface

Smartphone Nokia 3 Copper Overview Built on a clean version of Android 7.1.1, which ensures the stability of the shell and the speed of updates. The pre-installed applications are minimum - only services from Google, although it is rather plus, the user himself can put everything that considers it necessary. Standard applications Galleries, music and file managers do not shine with their functionality, so it is better to download the program to your choice from Google Play. Nokia 3 Specifications provide NFC chip, making it one of the most affordable smartphones With Android Pay.

Nokia 3 Camera Overview

Smartphone Nokia 3 Black Camera Overview Once again, emphasizes the budget positioning of the device. The resolution of the main module is 8 megapixel, the front-line has similar characteristics. There is autofocus and LED flash, which helps little when shooting in poor illumination.

For its capabilities, the camera is very mediocre, you need to try to get good pictures from it. Sharp and detailed pictures do not always succeed even during the day, and what to talk about the night shooting. Nokia 3 photo is definitely not suitable.

Example photo on Nokia 3:

But the Frontalka revealed himself from the best side - on the quality of shooting, it is even higher than price competitors.

Multimedia

Nokia 3 Silver Review confirmed fans expectations - sound quality remains on summitThis always famous for the development of the manufacturer. The sound is obtained very loud and rich, it is not distorted even on the marginal volume. The location of the dynamics is noticeable - it is not covered with hand when watching movies and the game, of course, if you do not want to do it intentionally.

Nokia 3 Copper Review shows that in headphones sound boasts excellent bass and clarity, but the volume of the volume is small.

Autonomy Nokia 3.

Due to the small resolution of the display and budget processor, the battery, a capacity of 2630 mAh, is enough for about a day. But there is no need to expect anything over the norm - the video with active Wi-Fi on the maximum brightness planted the battery in 5 hours 15 minutes. In the games he lasted about 4 hours. For a complete charge from a complete adapter, about 2 hours, there is no quick charging here.

Output

Nokia 3 Blue Review came to an end, it's time to sum up. The price of a new model is installed at a mark of a little less than 10,000 rubles, so among its main competitors - state employees from and. The benefits of Nokia 3 should include the presence of a NFC chip, a separate slot under mICROSD card, pure android and 2,5d protective glass. On the other hand, low performance, autonomy, low displays permission and mediocre main chamber. The manufacturer is still behind the trendy trends. So, if the flagships from Chinese brands have long received a faster and practical USB Type-C that supports fast charging technology, then an outdated microUSB port is installed in Nokia 3.

Where can one buy?

At the time of writing a review, the smartphone could be purchased in the following online stores at the lowest prices:

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