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Design, Built Quality
7 / 10
Display Quality
8 / 10
Camera Quality
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Audio & Multimedia
7 / 10
OS and Usability
8 / 10
Battery Performance
8 / 10
The Nokia C02 is an entry-level smartphone released in February 2023. It features a 5.45-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 480 x 960 pixels. The device is powered by a Spreadtrum SC9832E quad-core processor clocked at 1.4 GHz, paired with an ARM Mali T820 MP1 GPU. It includes 2GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage, expandable via a microSD card slot supporting up to 256GB.The phone is equipped with a single rear camera of 5 megapixels accompanied by an LEAD flash. On the front, there is a 2-megapixel camera for selfies and video calls. The Nokia C02 houses a 3000mAh non-removable battery, which is an increase from the 2500mAh battery found in its predecessor, the nokia C1 Plus.Charging is supported at 5W via a micro USB port.
The device runs on Android 12 (Go Edition), designed for low-end hardware, and receives quarterly security updates for two years. It supports face unlock functionality, including recognition while wearing a mask. The phone has an IP52 rating, providing limited protection against dust and water splashes.
Connectivity options include 4G LTE,Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS, and a 3.5mm headphone jack.Sensors on the device include an accelerometer and proximity sensor. The nokia C02 is available in multiple color variants and targets users seeking a basic smartphone with essential features and updated software.
