Nokia 3310 3G (TA-1036) vs Apple iPhone 3GS (16GB)

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Side by side comparison between Nokia 3310 3G vs Apple iPhone 3GS phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

12/29/2017 4:29 AM, updated: 6/19/2025 2:19 PM

Compare Apple iPhone 3GS X Nokia 3310 3G (TA-1036) 08Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

2.4"
TFT

240x320

2
MP

N/A

1200
mAh

(Removable)

15Points Apple iPhone 3GS (16GB) Compare Nokia 3310 3G X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

3.5"
TFT

320x480

3.1
MP

256MB
RAM

Single-core

1219
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Apple iPhone 3GS (16GB)

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8 Advantages Nokia 3310 3G (TA-1036)	vs	15 Advantages Apple iPhone 3GS (16GB)
+Until 32GB microSD, microSDHCAdvantage More external storage for files using memory cards	vs	Not supported
+85 grams (2.98 ounces)59% Lighter	vs	135 grams (4.73 ounces)
+167 PPI1% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)	vs	165 PPI
+LED flashAdvantage The LED flash helps in dark places or in low light	vs	Not supported
+Only digital zoomAdvantage The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures	vs	Not supported
+3G HSUPAAdvantage The 3G HSUPA network is newer and faster	vs	3G HSDPA
+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage Removable battery can be replaced easily	vs	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
+FMAdvantage The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general	vs	Not supported
460MHz 32bit Single-core	vs	+600MHz 32bit Single-core30% More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
128MB (64MB available)	vs	+16GB (14GB available)223 times More internal storage for applications and files
13.35 millimeters (0.53 inches)	vs	+12.3 millimeters (0.48 inches)9% Thinner
260 thousand	vs	+16 million61 times More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos
240x320 pixels	vs	+320x480 pixels100% Higher resolution screen
2.4"	vs	+3.5"46% Larger screen
(back) 2MP	vs	+(back) 3.1MP64% Higher resolution main camera
Not supported	vs	+AutofocusAdvantage Best autofocus type for taking pictures
1000 apps (Nokia Store)	vs	+2300000 apps (App Store)2299 times More apps available to download and use
Not supported	vs	+Capacitive MultitouchAdvantage The touch screen facilitates the use of the device
Not supported	vs	+Accelerometer, Proximity sensor, CompassAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
1200 mAh	vs	+1219 mAh2% Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
Not supported	vs	+A-GPS, GeoTaggingAdvantage It's harder to lose yourself in the city with GPS on your device
Not supported	vs	+802.11 b/g [wifi3]Advantage WiFi 802.11 b/g [wifi3] is newer and faster
Not supported	vs	+Gorilla GlassAdvantage Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys

10 Common items in both devices

Plastic body / Plastic body, glass front

TFT LCD

VGA (640x480)

7.2 Mbps

Hands-free calling

Vibrating alert

3.5mm jack

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📱 Model features
	Nokia 3310 3G (TA-1036)	iPhone 3GS (16GB)
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Model	3310 3G (TA-1036)	iPhone 3GS (16GB)
Other model names	HMD Nokia 3310 2017 Single-Sim TA-1022, TA-1036	Apple iPhone 3GS
Country or region available	USA, Hong Kong, Taiwan	(Global, International)
Brand	Nokia	Apple
Release date	9/30/2017	6/19/2009, Announced: 4/13/2012
Depth	13.35 millimeters (0.53 inches)	12.3 millimeters (0.48 inches)
Size (width x height)	52.4 x 117 millimeters (2.06 x 4.61 in)	62.1 x 115.5 millimeters (2.44 x 4.55 in)
Weight	85 grams (2.98 ounces)	135 grams (4.73 ounces)
Build, materials	Plastic body	Plastic body, glass front
Protection against water and others	Not supported	Not supported
📲 Display
	Nokia 3310 3G (TA-1036)	iPhone 3GS (16GB)
Display type	TFT LCD	TFT LCD
Screen size	2.4" inches	3.5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~29.1% (screen-to-body ratio)	~50.9% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	240x320 pixels	320x480 pixels (3:2)
Touchscreen	Not supported	Capacitive Multitouch 5-points
Pixel density (dot pitch)	167 PPI	165 PPI
Colors	260 thousand	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Not supported	Gorilla Glass
Refresh rate	feature not registered	60Hz
Display features	feature not registered	Not supported
🤖 Operating System
	Nokia 3310 3G (TA-1036)	iPhone 3GS (16GB)
System version	Nokia Series OS 30+	iOS 3.0
Firmware update	feature not registered	iOS 6.0
User Interface	feature not registered	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	Nokia 3310 3G (TA-1036)	iPhone 3GS (16GB)
Chipset	32bit: Spreadtrum SC7701B (40nm)	32bit: Samsung S5PC100
CPU	Single-core, 1 processor: 1x 460MHz ARM926EJ-S (Single-core)	Single-core, 1 processor: 1x 600MHz ARM Cortex-A8 (Single-core)
GPU graphical controller	feature not registered	PowerVR SGX535
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	Nokia 3310 3G (TA-1036)	iPhone 3GS (16GB)
RAM memory	feature not registered	256MB SDRAM
Internal storage	128MB (64MB available)	16GB (14GB available) Flash (EEPROM)
External storage	Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC (dedicated slot)	Not supported
📶 Mobile networks
	Nokia 3310 3G (TA-1036)	iPhone 3GS (16GB)
Dual-SIM	Not supported	Not supported
SIM card	1 slot (Single-SIM) micro-SIM (3FF)	1 slot (Single-SIM) micro-SIM (3FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	7.2/5.76 Mbps	7.2 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G	2G, 3G
Frequency, bands	Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz band	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900 (TA-1036), GSM 900/1800 (TA-1022)	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	TA-1036 version: UMTS 850/900/1900/2100 TA-1022 version: UMTS 900/2100	UMTS 850/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA	CSD, GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA
Secondary 2G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary 3G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary 4G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary data network	Not supported	Not supported
📷 Camera
	Nokia 3310 3G (TA-1036)	iPhone 3GS (16GB)
Back camera (main camera)	2 megapixels	3.1 megapixels
Main camera resolution	1600x1200 pixels	2048x1536 pixels
Video recording (primary)	VGA (640x480) 30 fps	VGA (640x480) 30 fps
Flash	LED flash	Not supported
Focal aperture	feature not registered	feature not registered
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	Autofocus
Touch focus	Not supported	Supported
Image stabilization	Not supported	Not supported
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Not supported
Face/smile detection	Not supported	Not supported
BSI sensor	Not supported	Not supported
HDR	Not supported	Not supported
Camera extras	feature not registered	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	Nokia 3310 3G (TA-1036)	iPhone 3GS (16GB)
Front camera (secondary)	Not supported	Not supported
Front camera resolution	Not supported	Not supported
Video recording (secondary)	Not supported	Not supported
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	feature not registered	feature not registered
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 3310 3G (TA-1036)	iPhone 3GS (16GB)
Loudspeaker	Supported	Mono sound (not stereo)
Active noise cancellation	Not supported	1 microphone
Radio	FM	Not supported
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.263	MPEG4, MOV
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, AAC+	MP3
🔌 Connectivity
	Nokia 3310 3G (TA-1036)	iPhone 3GS (16GB)
USB	MicroUSB 2.0	USB 2.0 proprietary connector
Audio output	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack
TV output	Not supported	Proprietary TV-out
Bluetooth	2.1 + A2DP	2.1 + A2DP
WiFi	Not supported	802.11 b/g [wifi3] (2.4GHz)
DLNA	Not supported	Not supported
GPS	Not supported	A-GPS, GeoTagging
NFC	Not supported	Not supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	Nokia 3310 3G (TA-1036)	iPhone 3GS (16GB)
Sensors	Not supported	Accelerometer Compass Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Nokia 3310 3G (TA-1036)	iPhone 3GS (16GB)
Battery type	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable) BL-4UL	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable) 616-0435
Battery capacity	1200 mAh	1219 mAh
Charger, watts	Wired charging	5W (5V/1A) Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	feature not registered	Not supported
Talk time autonomy	6.5 hours	11.7 hours
Standby	648 hours (27 days)	300 hours (12.5 days)
➕ Other features
	Nokia 3310 3G (TA-1036)	iPhone 3GS (16GB)
Call control	Voice recorder	Voice recorder, Voice commands
Messaging	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail	SMS, MMS, E-mail
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Not supported	Not supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic and customized with tutorial
Web browser	HTML, XHTML	HTML, XHTML
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Warm Red, Azure, Yellow, Charcoa • Gameloft Snake Xenzia • WH-108 headset • Flashlight	• Colors: Black, White • Audio/video player • Image editor iCloud service • Google Maps • Twitter
☢️ Radiation rate
	Nokia 3310 3G (TA-1036)	iPhone 3GS (16GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	feature not registered	0.26W/kg (head), 0.79W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	feature not registered	0.45W/kg (head), 0.4W/kg (body)