Nokia 216
$50
Overview
Nokia 216 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2016 with a 2.4-inch TFT, powerful processor chipset, 3 main camera, and 1020 mAh battery.
Priced at $50, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Nokia 216
The display of Nokia 216 measures 2.4 inches with TFT technology. The screen renders at 240x320 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Nokia 216 features 1 rear cameras: 3 main. Video recording supports up to 240p.
The battery of Nokia 216 has 1020mAh capacity with 2.5 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 240 min minutes.
The connectivity of Nokia 216 includes Wi-Fi No, and Bluetooth 3.0.
The build of Nokia 216 with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 118 x 50.2 x 13.5 mm.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nokia 216
Nokia 216 has a 3 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Nokia 216 has a 1020mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Nokia 216 at $50 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Nokia 216 supports 2.5 wired charging with full charge in approximately 240 min minutes.
Nokia 216 has a 2.4-inch TFT with 60Hz refresh rate. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Nokia 216 delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.
Key Specifications
Display
2.4"
Main Camera
3
Chipset
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM |
| 2G Bands | GSM 900 / 1800 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only) |
| 3G Bands | N/A |
| 4G LTE Bands | |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2016 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $70 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 118 x 50.2 x 13.5 mm |
| Weight (g) | N/A |
| Build Materials | Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Black", "Gray", "Mint"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | N/A |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | N/A |
Display
| Panel Type | TFT |
| Size (inches) | 2.4 |
| Resolution (px) | 240x320 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 4:5 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 157 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 30.1 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | N/A |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 16 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | N/A |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | N/A |
| Update Policy | N/A |
| Chipset | N/A |
| CPU | N/A |
| GPU | N/A |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | N/A |
| Modem | N/A |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | N/A |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | N/A |
| RAM Type | N/A |
| Storage | N/A |
| Storage Type | 16MB RAM |
| Storage Speed | N/A |
| Expandable Storage | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 3 |
| Main Sensor Size | N/A |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | fixedmm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | Fixed Focus |
| Pixel Binning | |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 240p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264 |
| Slow Motion | |
| Video Stabilization | |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | N/A |
| Sensor Size | N/A |
| Aperture | N/A |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 480p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aac |
| DAC/Amp | N/A |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | |
| Wi-Fi Features | |
| Bluetooth | 3.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | Micro-USB |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | N/A |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | N/A |
| Gyroscope | N/A |
| Magnetometer | N/A |
| Proximity Sensor | N/A |
| Ambient Light | N/A |
| Barometer | N/A |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 1020 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 2.5 |
| Wired Standard | micro-usb |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 120 min |
| Full Charge Time | 240 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | |
| Battery Health Features | N/A |
Software
| OS at Launch | N/A |
| Update Window | N/A |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Nokia Series 30+ |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | N/A |
| Accessibility | N/A |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | charger, manual |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | N/A |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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Alex R.
2 weeks ago
Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.
Ben C.
1 month ago
Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.
Chloe D.
3 months ago
The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!