Nokia 206 (Dual-sim) vs Samsung Galaxy A23 (SM-A235F/DS 128GB/6GB)

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Side by side comparison between Nokia 206 vs Samsung Galaxy A23 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

9/6/2022 10:24 AM, updated: 12/8/2022 6:34 PM

Compare Samsung Galaxy A23 X Nokia 206 (Dual-sim) 02Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

2.4"
TFT

240x320

1.2
MP

N/A

1100
mAh

(Removable)

27Points Samsung Galaxy A23 (SM-A235F/DS 128GB/6GB) Compare Nokia 206 X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

6.6"
PLS

1080x2408

50
MP

8mp

6GB
RAM

Octa-core

5000
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Samsung Galaxy A23 (SM-A235F/DS 128GB/6GB)

The phonemore's choice is much more technical than personal. Therefore, you shouldn't only consider this. Our goal is to help you, but what's important to us may not be important to you. You decide which one is the best! Comment!

2 Advantages Nokia 206 (Dual-sim)	vs	27 Advantages Samsung Galaxy A23 (SM-A235F/DS 128GB/6GB)
+91 grams (3.19 ounces)114% Lighter	vs	195 grams (6.83 ounces)
+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage Removable battery can be replaced easily	vs	LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
64MB	vs	+128GB (104GB available)1663 times More internal storage for applications and files
Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC	vs	+Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC31 times More external storage for files using memory cards
12.4 millimeters (0.49 inches)	vs	+8.4 millimeters (0.33 inches)48% Thinner
TFT LCD	vs	+TFT PLSAdvantage TFT PLS display is brighter and more vivid
65 thousand	vs	+16 million245 times More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos
240x320 pixels	vs	+1080x2408 pixels33 times Higher resolution screen
167 PPI	vs	+400 PPI140% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
2.4"	vs	+6.6"175% Larger screen
(back) 1.2MP	vs	+(quad camera) 50MP + 5MP + 2MP + 2MP47 times Higher resolution main camera
Not supported	vs	+LED flashAdvantage The LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
Not supported	vs	+PDAF: phase detection autofocusAdvantage Best autofocus type for taking pictures
Not supported	vs	+HDR photo on both camerasAdvantage The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
f/2.8 (aperture)	vs	+f/1.8 (aperture)56% Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
Not supported	vs	+(front) 8MPAdvantage A front-camera is best for taking selfies
QCIF (176x144)	vs	+Full HD (1920x1080)81 times More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
1000 apps (Nokia Store)	vs	+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)3499 times More apps available to download and use
2G EDGE	vs	+4G LTE-AAdvantage The 4G LTE-A network is newer and faster
(2G EDGE) 0.236 Mbps	vs	+(4G LTE-A) 400 Mbps1694 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supported	vs	+Capacitive MultitouchAdvantage The touch screen facilitates the use of the device
Not supported	vs	+Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope, Face unlock, Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted), Virtual ambient light sensor, Virtual proximity sensorAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
1100 mAh	vs	+5000 mAh4 times Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
Not supported	vs	+A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDouAdvantage It's harder to lose yourself in the city with GPS on your device
Not supported	vs	+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5]Advantage WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] is newer and faster
2.1 + A2DP	vs	+5.0 + A2DP/LEAdvantage Bluetooth 5.0 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
MicroUSB 2.0	vs	+Type-CAdvantage Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.
WAP, HTML, Flash player	vs	+HTML, XHTML, HTML5Advantage Better sites viewing on the internet
Not supported	vs	+Gorilla Glass 5Advantage Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys

5 Common items in both devices

Only digital zoom

2 slots (Dual-SIM)

3.5mm jack

FM (RDS) / FM

MicroUSB 2.0 / USB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go

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📱 Model features
	Nokia 206 (Dual-sim)	Galaxy A23 (SM-A235F/DS 128GB/6GB)
Change model		Choose the model
Model	206 (Dual-sim)	Galaxy A23 (SM-A235F/DS 128GB/6GB)
Other model names	Nokia Asha 206 RM-872, Nokia 2060	Galaxy A23 4G SM-A235F/Dual-SIM
Country or region available	feature not registered	Philippines, India, Malaysia, New Zealand, Vietnam
Brand	Nokia	Samsung
Release date	12/1/2012	3/25/2022, Announced: 3/4/2022
Depth	12.4 millimeters (0.49 inches)	8.4 millimeters (0.33 inches)
Size (width x height)	49.4 x 116 millimeters (1.94 x 4.57 in)	76.9 x 165.4 millimeters (3.03 x 6.51 in)
Weight	91 grams (3.19 ounces)	195 grams (6.83 ounces)
Build, materials	feature not registered	Plastic body, glass front
Protection against water and others	Not supported	Not supported
📲 Display
	Nokia 206 (Dual-sim)	Galaxy A23 (SM-A235F/DS 128GB/6GB)
Display type	TFT LCD	TFT PLS
Screen size	2.4" inches	6.6" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~31.1% (screen-to-body ratio)	~82.5% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	240x320 pixels	1080x2408 pixels (20:9)
Touchscreen	Not supported	Capacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)	167 PPI	400 PPI
Colors	65 thousand	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Not supported	Gorilla Glass 5
Refresh rate	feature not registered	90Hz
Display features	feature not registered	Not supported
🤖 Operating System
	Nokia 206 (Dual-sim)	Galaxy A23 (SM-A235F/DS 128GB/6GB)
System version	Nokia Series OS S40 Platform 2.0	Android 12
Firmware update	feature not registered	Android 13
User Interface	feature not registered	One UI 4.1 / 5.0
⚙️ Processor
	Nokia 206 (Dual-sim)	Galaxy A23 (SM-A235F/DS 128GB/6GB)
Chipset	32bit	64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 (SM6225) (6nm)
CPU	Single-core, 1 processor: Single-core	Octa-core, 2 processors: 4x 2.4GHz Kryo 265 Gold (Quad-core) 4x 1.9GHz Kryo 265 Silver (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controller	feature not registered	Qualcomm Adreno 610
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	AnTuTu: 273554 (v9) Geekbench: 1632 (v5.1) GFXBench: 6.7fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)
💽 Memory and storage
	Nokia 206 (Dual-sim)	Galaxy A23 (SM-A235F/DS 128GB/6GB)
RAM memory	feature not registered	6GB LPDDR4X
Internal storage	64MB	128GB (104GB available) eMMC 5.1
External storage	Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC (dedicated slot)	Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot)
📶 Mobile networks
	Nokia 206 (Dual-sim)	Galaxy A23 (SM-A235F/DS 128GB/6GB)
Dual-SIM	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card (dedicated slot)	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card (dedicated slot)
SIM card	2 slots (Dual-SIM) Standard mini-SIM (2FF)	2 slots (Dual-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	0.236 Mbps	400/150 Mbps
Network technology	2G	2G, 3G, 4G
Frequency, bands	Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz band	Dual-Band 900/1800	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G network	GSM 900/1800 - USA: 850/1900	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	Not supported	UMTS 850/900/2100
Primary 4G network	Not supported	LTE Cat13 (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28) TD-LTE (38, 40, 41) VoLTE
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A
Secondary 2G network	GSM 900/1800 - USA: 850/1900	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G network	Not supported	UMTS 850/900/2100
Secondary 4G network	Not supported	LTE Cat13 (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28) TD-LTE (38, 40, 41) VoLTE
Secondary data network	GPRS, EDGE	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A
📷 Camera
	Nokia 206 (Dual-sim)	Galaxy A23 (SM-A235F/DS 128GB/6GB)
Back camera (main camera)	1.2 megapixels	(quad camera) 50 megapixels 5MP ultrawide f/2.2123°1/5"1.12µm 2MP macro f/2.4 2MP depth f/2.4
Main camera resolution	1280x960 pixels	8160x6120 pixels
Video recording (primary)	QCIF (176x144) 10 fps	Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
Flash	Not supported	LED flash
Focal aperture	f/2.8 (aperture)	f/1.8 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Pixel size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Autofocus	Not supported	PDAF: phase detection autofocus
Touch focus	Not supported	Supported
Image stabilization	feature not registered	OIS: Optical stabilization
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Not supported	Face detection, Smile detection
BSI sensor	Not supported	Supported
HDR	Not supported	HDR photo on both cameras
Camera extras	feature not registered	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	Nokia 206 (Dual-sim)	Galaxy A23 (SM-A235F/DS 128GB/6GB)
Front camera (secondary)	Not supported	8 megapixels
Front camera resolution	Not supported	3264x2448 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	Not supported	Full HD (1920x1080)
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	feature not registered	f/2.2 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Pixel size	feature not registered	feature not registered
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	Nokia 206 (Dual-sim)	Galaxy A23 (SM-A235F/DS 128GB/6GB)
Loudspeaker	Supported	Mono sound (not stereo)
Active noise cancellation	Not supported	2 microphones or more
Radio	FM (RDS)	FM
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, WMV, H.263, H.264	MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, WMA, AAC	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC
🔌 Connectivity
	Nokia 206 (Dual-sim)	Galaxy A23 (SM-A235F/DS 128GB/6GB)
USB	MicroUSB 2.0	USB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack
TV output	Not supported	USB Type-C (reversible)
Bluetooth	2.1 + A2DP	5.0 + A2DP/LE
WiFi	Not supported	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNA	Not supported	Not supported
GPS	Not supported	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou
NFC	Not supported	Not supported
Infrared port	feature not registered	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	Nokia 206 (Dual-sim)	Galaxy A23 (SM-A235F/DS 128GB/6GB)
Sensors	Not supported	Accelerometer Compass Face unlock Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted) Gyroscope Virtual ambient light sensor Virtual proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Nokia 206 (Dual-sim)	Galaxy A23 (SM-A235F/DS 128GB/6GB)
Battery type	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable) BL-4U	LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
Battery capacity	1100 mAh	5000 mAh
Charger, watts	Wired charging	25W Wired fast charging
Inductive / wireless charging	feature not registered	Not supported
Talk time autonomy	20 hours	50 hours (2.1 days)
Standby	680 hours (28.3 days)	feature not registered
➕ Other features
	Nokia 206 (Dual-sim)	Galaxy A23 (SM-A235F/DS 128GB/6GB)
Call control	Voice recorder	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
Messaging	SMS, MMS, E-mail, Push mail	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Not supported	Supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic and customized
Web browser	WAP, HTML, Flash player	HTML, XHTML, HTML5
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Cyan , Magenta, Yellow, Black, White • USB On-the-go support • Java games • 100% recoverable as materials and energy • Java framework	• Colors: Black, White, Blue, Peach
☢️ Radiation rate
	Nokia 206 (Dual-sim)	Galaxy A23 (SM-A235F/DS 128GB/6GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	feature not registered	feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	feature not registered	0.359W/kg (head), 0.96W/kg (body)