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Nokia 3120 Classic vs Samsung Galaxy A05 (SM-A055F/DS 128GB/4GB)

Side by side comparison between Nokia 3120 Classic vs Samsung Galaxy A05 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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2"
TFT

240x320

2
MP

0mp

32MB
RAM

Single-core

1000
mAh

(Removable)

vs
23Points Samsung Galaxy A05 (SM-A055F/DS 128GB/4GB) Compare Nokia 3120 Classic X
6.7"
PLS

720x1600

50
MP

8mp

4GB
RAM

Octa-core

5000
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Samsung Galaxy A05 (SM-A055F/DS 128GB/4GB)

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!

3120 Classic} 2 Advantages Nokia 3120 Classic vs Galaxy A05 (SM-A055F/DS 128GB/4GB)} 23 Advantages Samsung Galaxy A05 (SM-A055F/DS 128GB/4GB)
+85 grams (2.98 ounces)129%
Lighter
vs195 grams (6.83 ounces)
+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage
Removable battery can be replaced easily
vsLiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
32MBvs+4GB LPDDR4X127 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
64MB (24MB available)vs+128GB (103GB available)4394 times
More internal storage for applications and files
Until 4GB microSDvs+Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC255 times
More external storage for files using memory cards
13.4 millimeters (0.53 inches)vs+8.8 millimeters (0.35 inches)52%
Thinner
TFT LCDvs+TFT PLSAdvantage
TFT PLS display is brighter and more vivid
240x320 pixelsvs+720x1600 pixels14 times
Higher resolution screen
200 PPIvs+262 PPI31%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
2"vs+6.7"2 times
Larger screen
(back) 2MPvs+(dual camera) 50MP + 2MP26 times
Higher resolution main camera
(front) 0MPvs+(front) 8MP314 times
Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
VGA (640x480)vs+Full HD (1920x1080)6 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
3G UMTSvs+4G LTE-AAdvantage
The 4G LTE-A network is newer and faster
(3G UMTS) 0.384 Mbpsvs+(4G LTE-A) 300 Mbps780 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supportedvs+Capacitive MultitouchAdvantage
The touch screen facilitates the use of the device
Not supportedvs+Accelerometer, Proximity sensor, Ambient light sensor, Face unlock 2DAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
1000 mAhvs+5000 mAh4 times
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
1 slot (Single-SIM)
(dedicated slot)
vs+2 slots (Dual-SIM)
(dedicated slot)Advantage
You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
proprietary audio outputvs+3.5mm jackAdvantage
Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores
Not supportedvs+A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDouAdvantage
It's harder to lose yourself in the city with GPS on your device
Not supportedvs+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] is newer and faster
2.0 + A2DPvs+5.3 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.3 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
MicroUSB 2.0vs+Type-CAdvantage
Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.

9 Common items in both devices
16 million
LED flash
Only digital zoom
Autofocus
Hands-free calling
Video calling
Vibrating alert
+2 specs and more in the table below

Check the comparison table below for more items that are not evaluated in comparison score above.

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📱 Model features

Nokia 3120 ClassicGalaxy A05 (SM-A055F/DS 128GB/4GB)
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Model3120 ClassicGalaxy A05 (SM-A055F/DS 128GB/4GB)
Other model namesNokia 3120 ClassicGalaxy A05 4G SM-A055F/Dual-SIM
Country or region availablefeature not registered(Global, International)
(Global, International)
BrandNokiaSamsung
Release date4/1/200810/15/2023, Announced: 9/25/2023
Depth13.4 millimeters (0.53 inches)8.8 millimeters (0.35 inches)
Size (width x height)45.4 x 111.3 millimeters (1.79 x 4.38 in)78.2 x 168.8 millimeters (3.08 x 6.65 in)
Weight85 grams (2.98 ounces)195 grams (6.83 ounces)
Build, materialsfeature not registeredPlastic body, glass front
Protection against water and othersNot supportedNot supported

📲 Display

Nokia 3120 ClassicGalaxy A05 (SM-A055F/DS 128GB/4GB)
Display typeTFT LCDTFT PLS
Screen size2" inches6.7" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~24.5% (screen-to-body ratio)~82.1% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution240x320 pixels720x1600 pixels (20:9)
TouchscreenNot supportedCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)200 PPI262 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassNot supportedNot supported
Refresh ratefeature not registered60Hz
Display featuresfeature not registeredNot supported

🤖 Operating System

Nokia 3120 ClassicGalaxy A05 (SM-A055F/DS 128GB/4GB)
System versionNokia Series OS S40 5th edition Feature Pack 1Android 13
Firmware updatefeature not registeredAndroid 15
User Interfacefeature not registeredOne UI Core 5.1 / 6.0 / 7.0

⚙️ Processor

Nokia 3120 ClassicGalaxy A05 (SM-A055F/DS 128GB/4GB)
Chipsetfeature not registered64bit: MediaTek Helio G85 (12nm)
CPUSingle-core, 1 processor:
Single-core
Octa-core, 2 processors:
2x 2GHz ARM-Cortex-A75 (Dual-core)
6x 1.8GHz ARM-Cortex-A55 (Hexa-core)
GPU graphical controllerfeature not registeredARM Mali-G52 MC2 (1GHz)
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredAnTuTu: 185161 (v10)

💽 Memory and storage

Nokia 3120 ClassicGalaxy A05 (SM-A055F/DS 128GB/4GB)
RAM memory32MB4GB LPDDR4X
Internal storage64MB (24MB available)128GB (103GB available)
eMMC 5.1
External storageUntil 4GB microSD
(dedicated slot)
Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)

📶 Mobile networks

Nokia 3120 ClassicGalaxy A05 (SM-A055F/DS 128GB/4GB)
Dual-SIMNot supportedDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
(dedicated slot)
SIM card1 slot (Single-SIM)
Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload0.384 Mbps300/150 Mbps
Network technology2G2G, 3G, 4G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900Tri-Band 850/900/1800
Primary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800
Primary 3G networkNot supportedUMTS 850/900/2100
Primary 4G networkNot supportedLTE Cat7 (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28)
TD-LTE (38, 40, 41)
VoLTE
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkCSD, GPRS, EDGE, UMTSGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A
Secondary 2G networkNot supportedGSM 850/900/1800
Secondary 3G networkNot supportedUMTS 850/900/2100
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedLTE Cat7 (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28)
TD-LTE (38, 40, 41)
VoLTE
Secondary data networkNot supportedGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A

📷 Camera

Nokia 3120 ClassicGalaxy A05 (SM-A055F/DS 128GB/4GB)
Back camera (main camera)2 megapixels(dual camera)
50 megapixels
2MP depth f/2.4
Main camera resolution1600x1200 pixels8160x6120 pixels
Video recording (primary)VGA (640x480) 15 fpsFull HD (1920x1080) 60 fps
FlashLED flashLED flash
Focal aperturefeature not registeredf/1.8 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Pixel sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
AutofocusAutofocusAutofocus
Touch focusfeature not registeredSupported
Image stabilizationfeature not registeredEIS: Digital stabilization
ZoomOnly digital zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionfeature not registeredFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorfeature not registeredSupported
HDRfeature not registeredHDR photo on both cameras
Camera extrasfeature not registered1080p@30/60fps
720p@120fps

📸 Front camera

Nokia 3120 ClassicGalaxy A05 (SM-A055F/DS 128GB/4GB)
Front camera (secondary)0 megapixels8 megapixels
Front camera resolution176x144 pixels3264x2448 pixels
Video recording (secondary)Not supportedFull HD (1920x1080)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturefeature not registeredf/2.0 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Pixel sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered

🔉 Sound and multimedia

Nokia 3120 ClassicGalaxy A05 (SM-A055F/DS 128GB/4GB)
LoudspeakerSupportedMono sound (not stereo)
Active noise cancellationfeature not registered2 microphones
RadioFMFM
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.264, H.263MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formatsMP3, AAC, AAC+, eAAC+MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC

🔌 Connectivity

Nokia 3120 ClassicGalaxy A05 (SM-A055F/DS 128GB/4GB)
USBMicroUSB 2.0USB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio outputproprietary audio output3.5mm jack
TV outputNot supportedUSB Type-C (reversible)
Bluetooth2.0 + A2DP5.3 + A2DP/LE
WiFiNot supported802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNAfeature not registeredNot supported
GPSNot supportedA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou
NFCNot supportedNot supported
Infrared portfeature not registeredNot supported

🧭 Sensors

Nokia 3120 ClassicGalaxy A05 (SM-A055F/DS 128GB/4GB)
SensorsNot supportedAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Face unlock 2D
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Nokia 3120 ClassicGalaxy A05 (SM-A055F/DS 128GB/4GB)
Battery typeLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
BL-4U
LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
Battery capacity1000 mAh5000 mAh
Charger, wattsWired charging25W Wired fast charging
Inductive / wireless chargingfeature not registeredNot supported
Talk time autonomy2.8 hoursfeature not registered
Standby288 hours (12 days)feature not registered

➕ Other features

Nokia 3120 ClassicGalaxy A05 (SM-A055F/DS 128GB/4GB)
Call controlVoice recorderVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
MessagingSMS, MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingSupportedSupported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserfeature not registeredHTML, XHTML, HTML5
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneous• Colors: Graphite, Plum/Powder White, Deep Red, Chestnut Brown
• Recording VGA video only firmware update
• Java framework
• Colors: Black, Silver, Light Green

☢️ Radiation rate

Nokia 3120 ClassicGalaxy A05 (SM-A055F/DS 128GB/4GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)feature not registered0.7W/kg (head), 0.95W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)feature not registered0.41W/kg (head), 1.19W/kg (body)
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